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

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Irun is to bus which costs €130 - €180 and takes 2 days 3h.

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

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Irun is to bus and fly which takes 9h 55m and costs €140 - €410.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Irun?

No, there is no direct bus from Istanbul to Irun. However, there are services departing from Istanbul Büyük Otogari and arriving at Hondarribia - N-638 - Amute via Sofia and Donostia - Renfe Geltokia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 3h.

Is there a direct train between Istanbul and Irun?

No, there is no direct train from Istanbul to Irun. However, there are services departing from Yenikapi and arriving at Hendaye via Halkali, Bucuresti Nord, Wien Hbf, Gare de l'Est and Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 4h.

How far is it from Istanbul to Irun?

The distance between Istanbul and Irun is 2553 km. The road distance is 3053.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Istanbul to Irun without a car is to bus and train which takes 41h 39m and costs €200 - €600.

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

It takes approximately 9h 55m to get from Istanbul to Irun, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Irun bus from?

Istanbul to Irun bus services, operated by Citylines, depart from Istanbul Büyük Otogari station.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Irun train from?

Istanbul to Irun train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Halkali station.

Bus or fly from Istanbul to Irun?

The best way to get from Istanbul to Irun is to fly which takes 14h 38m and costs €140 - €650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €130 - €180 and takes 2 days 3h.

Where does the Istanbul to Irun bus arrive?

Istanbul to Irun bus services, operated by Citylines, arrive at Sofia Serdica Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Istanbul and Irun?

Irun is 2h behind Istanbul. It is currently 8:02 PM in Istanbul and 6:02 PM in Irun.

Where does the Istanbul to Irun train arrive?

Istanbul to Irun train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Bucharest station.

Can I drive from Istanbul to Irun?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Irun is 3054 km. It takes approximately 29h 49m to drive from Istanbul to Irun.

Where can I stay near Irun?

There are 2218+ hotels available in Irun.

Istanbul to Irun - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, night train

There are 11 ways to get from Istanbul to Irun by bus, plane, train, night train, car, or car train

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

Bus to Istanbul, fly to San Sebastián Airport
best
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Istanbul Airport Bus
2. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to San Sebastián Airport (EAS)IST - EAS
9h 55m
€143–404
Bus to Istanbul, fly to Bilbao Airport, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Istanbul Airport Bus
2. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)IST - BIO
3. Take the bus from Airport Loiu Bilbao to Donostia / San Sebastián
10h 26m
€117–294
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Istanbul to Munich
2. Take the train from München Ost to Paris l'EstNj
3. Take the train from Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 to HendayeTgv
41h 39m
€206–563
Night train, train
1. Take the night train from Halkali to Bucharest
2. Take the night train from Bucuresti Nord to Wien Hbf
3. Take the night train from Wien Hbf to Paris EstNj
4. Take the train from Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 to HendayeTgv
2d 4h
€242–564
Drive 3,053.6 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Irun3,053.6 km
29h 49m
€481–695
Fly Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to San Sebastián Airport
1. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to San Sebastián Airport (EAS)SAW - EAS
14h 38m
€140–650
Bus to Istanbul, fly to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Istanbul Airport Bus
2. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)IST - BOD
3. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to Hendaye
11h 45m
€131–341
Bus to Istanbul, fly to Toulouse-Blagnac Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Istanbul Airport Bus
2. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (TLS)IST - TLS
3. Take the train from Toulouse Matabiau to Hendaye
12h 49m
€160–362
Bus
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Büyük Otogari to Sofia Serdica Bus StationCitylines 19 / ...
2. Take the bus from Sofia to Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián
2d 3h
€135–179
Bus via Irun
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Büyük Otogari to Sofia Serdica Bus StationCitylines 19 / ...
2. Take the bus from Sofia Serdica Bus Stop to San Sebastian Central Bus StationUnion Ivkoni - Unibus 3415 / ...
2d 3h
€127–182
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Istanbul to Villach Hbf ARZ
2. Take the car train from Villach Hbf ARZ to München Ost
3. Drive from München Ost to Irun
30h 53m
€570–798

Istanbul to Irun by bus, train, subway, and foot

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41h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 2,553 km
Duration: 9h 55m

What companies run services between Istanbul, Turkey and Irun, Spain?

Pegasus Airlines and Iberia fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to San Sebastián Airport (EAS) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Istanbul Büyük Otogari to Hondarribia - N-638 - Amute via Sofia Serdica Bus Station, Sofia, Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián, and Donostia - Renfe Geltokia in around 2d 3h.

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