What is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Fanári?

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Fanári is to bus and train and taxi which costs €95 - €140 and takes 13h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Istanbul to Fanári?

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Fanári is to drive which takes 8h 58m and costs €140 - €210.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Fanári?

No, there is no direct bus from Istanbul to Fanári. However, there are services departing from Istanbul Esenler Otogari and arriving at Fanari Karditsas via Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station and Karditsa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 11m.

How far is it from Istanbul to Fanári?

The distance between Istanbul and Fanári is 1039 km. The road distance is 806 km.

How do I travel from Istanbul to Fanári without a car?

The best way to get from Istanbul to Fanári without a car is to bus and train and taxi which takes 13h 27m and costs €95 - €140.

How long does it take to get from Istanbul to Fanári?

It takes approximately 13h 27m to get from Istanbul to Fanári, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Fanári bus from?

Istanbul to Fanári bus services, operated by Arda Tur, depart from Istanbul Esenler Otogari station.

Where does the Istanbul to Fanári bus arrive?

Istanbul to Fanári bus services, operated by Arda Tur, arrive at Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Istanbul and Fanári?

Fanári is 1h behind Istanbul. It is currently 3:45 PM in Istanbul and 2:45 PM in Fanári.

Can I drive from Istanbul to Fanári?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Fanári is 806 km. It takes approximately 8h 58m to drive from Istanbul to Fanári.

Where can I stay near Fanári?

There are 922+ hotels available in Fanári.

Istanbul to Fanári - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Istanbul to Fanári by bus, train, taxi, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Thessaloniki station
2. Take the train from Thessaloniki to PaleofarsalosIc
3. Take the taxi from Paleofarsalos to Fanári
13h 27m
€97–132
Bus to Istanbul, fly to Athens International Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Istanbul Airport Bus
2. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Athens International Airport (ATH)IST - ATH
3. Take the train from Athens to Paleofarsalos
12h 11m
€82–225
Drive 806 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Fanári806 km
8h 58m
€145–210
Bus to Istanbul, fly to Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia, bus
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Istanbul Airport Bus
2. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia (SKG)IST - SKG
3. Take the bus from Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station to Trikala
9h 37m
€120–251
Bus
1. Take the bus from Istanbul to Larissa
2. Take the bus from Larissa to Karditsa
15h 14m
Bus via Thessaloníki
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus StationArda - Tur
2. Take the bus from Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station to Karditsa
16h 11m
Bus via Thessaloníki #2
1. Take the bus from Istanbul to Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station to Karditsa
16h 11m
Bus to Istanbul, fly to Ioannina National Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Istanbul Airport Bus
2. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Ioannina National Airport (IOA)IST - IOA
3. Take the bus from Ioannina to Karditsa
12h 1m
Metro to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, fly to Athens International Airport, train, bus
1. Take the train from Ayrılık Çeşmesi to Sabiha Gokcen Airport
2. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Athens International Airport (ATH)SAW - ATH
3. Take the train from Athens to Paleofarsalos
4. Take the bus from Paleofarsalos to Karditsa
12h 10m

Istanbul (IST) to Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia (SKG) flights

49Weekly Planes

2h 38mAverage Duration

€58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,039.1 km
Duration: 13h 27m

What companies run services between Istanbul, Turkey and Fanári, Thessaly, Greece?

You can take a bus from Istanbul to Fanari Karditsas via Larissa, Larissa, and Karditsa in around 15h 14m.

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