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

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Kyiv is to bus which costs 2 900 ₴ - 4 100 ₴ and takes 30h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Kyiv is to fly and bus which takes 18h 43m and costs 5 500 ₴ - 16 000 ₴.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Kyiv?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from İstanbul Esenler bus station station and arriving at Kyiv Central Bus station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 30h 30m.

How far is it from Istanbul to Kyiv?

The distance between Istanbul and Kyiv is 1290 km. The road distance is 1479.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Istanbul to Kyiv without a car is to bus via Varna which takes 24h 21m and costs 3 400 ₴ - 6 500 ₴.

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

It takes approximately 13h 25m to get from Istanbul to Kyiv, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Kyiv bus from?

Istanbul to Kyiv bus services, operated by Metro Turizm, depart from Istanbul Otogari station.

Where does the Istanbul to Kyiv bus arrive?

Istanbul to Kyiv bus services, operated by Metro Turizm, arrive at Varna station.

What is the time difference between Istanbul and Kyiv?

Kyiv is 1h behind Istanbul. It is currently 12:05 PM in Istanbul and 11:05 AM in Kyiv.

Can I drive from Istanbul to Kyiv?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Kyiv is 1480 km. It takes approximately 20h 51m to drive from Istanbul to Kyiv.

Where can I stay near Kyiv?

There are 2417+ hotels available in Kyiv.

Istanbul to Kyiv - 8 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Istanbul to Kyiv by plane, bus, or car

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Fly Istanbul to Chișinău International Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Chișinău International Airport (RMO)plane IST - RMO
2. Take the bus from Chisinau Airport to Mohyliv-Podilskyybus
3. Take the bus from Mohyliv-Podilskyi to Vinnytsiabus
4. Take the bus from Vinnytsia to Kyivbus
13h 25m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Kyiv Central Bus stationbus Gns-04 / ...
30h 30m
₴2,900–4,100
Bus via Varna
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Varnabus
2. Take the bus from Varna Central Bus Station to Kyiv Vydubychibus
24h 21m
₴3,443–6,272
Drive 1,479.7 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Kyivcar 1,479.7 km
20h 51m
₴9,983–14,420
Fly Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Chișinău International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Chișinău International Airport (RMO)plane SAW - RMO
2. Take the bus from Chisinau Airport to Mohyliv-Podilskyybus
3. Take the bus from Mohyliv-Podilskyi to Vinnytsiabus
4. Take the bus from Vinnytsia to Kyivbus
13h 41m
Fly Istanbul to Iași International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Iași International Airport (IAS)plane IST - IAS
2. Take the bus from Iasi Airport to Bălțibus
3. Take the bus from Bălți Gas Station to Mohyliv-Podilskyybus
4. Take the bus from Mohyliv-Podilskyi to Vinnytsiabus
5. Take the bus from Vinnytsia to Kyivbus
15h 56m
Fly Istanbul to Suceava, bus
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Suceava (SCV)plane IST - SCV
2. Take the bus from Suceava Airport to Chernivtsi Bus stationbus
3. Take the bus from Chernivtsi Bus station to Kolomiya Bus stationbus
4. Take the bus from Kolomyia to Kyivbus
18h 43m
₴5,562–15,069
Fly Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Iași International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Iași International Airport (IAS)plane SAW - IAS
2. Take the bus from Iasi Airport to Bălțibus
3. Take the bus from Bălți Gas Station to Mohyliv-Podilskyybus
4. Take the bus from Mohyliv-Podilskyi to Vinnytsiabus
5. Take the bus from Vinnytsia to Kyivbus
16h 12m

Istanbul to Kyiv by bus

18Weekly Buses

30h 30mAverage Duration

₴2,900Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Istanbul to Kyiv.

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Distance: 1,289.6 km
Duration: 13h 25m

What companies run services between Istanbul, Turkey and Kyiv, Ukraine?

You can take a bus from Istanbul Otogari to Kyiv Vydubychi via Varna Central Bus Station in around 24h 21m.

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