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

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Montpellier is to bus which costs €100 - €150 and takes 43h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Montpellier is to bus and fly which takes 7h 36m and costs €150 - €270.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Montpellier?

No, there is no direct bus from Istanbul to Montpellier. However, there are services departing from Istanbul and arriving at Montpellier via Pogradec and Tirana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 36h 35m.

How far is it from Istanbul to Montpellier?

The distance between Istanbul and Montpellier is 2148 km. The road distance is 2512.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Istanbul to Montpellier without a car is to bus and train which takes 36h 3m and costs €220 - €490.

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

It takes approximately 9h 23m to get from Istanbul to Montpellier, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Montpellier bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Istanbul to Montpellier?

The best way to get from Istanbul to Montpellier is to fly which takes 9h 23m and costs €100 - €410. Alternatively, you can bus via Tirana, which costs and takes 36h 35m.

Where does the Istanbul to Montpellier bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Istanbul and Montpellier?

Montpellier is 2h behind Istanbul. It is currently 4:51 PM in Istanbul and 2:51 PM in Montpellier.

Can I drive from Istanbul to Montpellier?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Montpellier is 2513 km. It takes approximately 24h 56m to drive from Istanbul to Montpellier.

How do I get a bus ticket from Istanbul to Montpellier?

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Where can I stay near Montpellier?

There are 4486+ hotels available in Montpellier.

Istanbul to Montpellier - 12 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 12 ways to get from Istanbul to Montpellier by plane, bus, 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.

Fly Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Fréjorgues Airport
best
1. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Fréjorgues Airport (MPL)SAW - MPL
9h 23m
€100–410
Bus to Istanbul, fly to Marseille Provence Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Istanbul Airport Bus
2. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)IST - MRS
3. Take the train from Aix En Provence Tgv to Montpellier Saint-Roch
9h 19m
€97–346
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Istanbul to Munich
2. Take the train from München Hbf to Strasbourg Bahnhof83
3. Take the train from Strasbourg to Montpellier Saint-RochTgv
36h 3m
€221–489
Drive 2,512.9 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Montpellier2,512.9 km
24h 56m
€384–555
Bus to Istanbul, fly to Fréjorgues Airport
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Istanbul Airport Bus
2. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Fréjorgues Airport (MPL)IST - MPL
7h 36m
€153–266
Fly Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Marseille Provence Airport, train
1. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)SAW - MRS
2. Take the train from Aix En Provence Tgv to Montpellier Saint-Roch
9h 16m
€104–310
Bus to Istanbul, fly to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Istanbul Airport Bus
2. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)IST - LYS
3. Take the train from Lyon-Saint Exupery Tgv to Montpellier Saint-Roch
9h 10m
€143–356
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 Montpellier Saint-Roch
10h 41m
€127–399
Bus via Tirana
1. Take the bus from Istanbul to Pogradec
2. Take the bus from Pogradec to Tirana
3. Take the bus from Tirana to Montpellier
36h 35m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Büyük Otogari to Sofia Serdica Bus StationCitylines 19 / ...
2. Take the bus from Sofia Serdica Bus Stop to Montpellier SabinesUnion Ivkoni - Unibus 3600 / ...
43h 30m
€105–148
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Halkalı to Sofia
2. Take the bus from Sofia to Montpellier
47h 44m
€123–171
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 Montpellier
26h 29m
€497–694

Istanbul to Montpellier by bus, foot, and train

2Weekly Services

36h 3mAverage Duration

€221Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,148.1 km
Duration: 9h 23m

What companies run services between Istanbul, Turkey and Montpellier, France?

Transavia France, Pegasus Airlines, and three other airlines fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Fréjorgues Airport (MPL) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Istanbul to Montpellier via Pogradec, Pogradec, and Tirana in around 36h 35m.

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