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

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Patras is to bus via Thessaloníki which costs €80 - €130 and takes 18h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Patras is to drive which takes 10h 52m and costs €190 - €280.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Patras?

No, there is no direct bus from Istanbul to Patras. However, there are services departing from Istanbul and arriving at Patras via Lamia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 28m.

How far is it from Istanbul to Patras?

The distance between Istanbul and Patras is 1168 km. The road distance is 1044.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Istanbul to Patras without a car is to bus which takes 15h 28m and costs €95 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 15h 28m to get from Istanbul to Patras, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Patras bus from?

Istanbul to Patras bus services, operated by Crazy Holidays, depart from Istanbul station.

Bus or fly from Istanbul to Patras?

The best way to get from Istanbul to Patras is to bus which takes 15h 28m and costs €95 - €140. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs €180 - €490 and takes 11h 56m.

Where does the Istanbul to Patras bus arrive?

Istanbul to Patras bus services, operated by Crazy Holidays, arrive at Lamia station.

Can I drive from Istanbul to Patras?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Patras is 1044 km. It takes approximately 10h 52m to drive from Istanbul to Patras.

Where can I stay near Patras?

There are 762+ hotels available in Patras.

Istanbul to Patras - 7 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Istanbul to Patras by bus, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Istanbul to Lamiabus
2. Take the bus from Lamia to Patrasbus
15h 28m
€98–133
Bus via Thessaloníki
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Istanbul to Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station to Náfpaktosbus
18h 45m
€84–122
Drive 1,044.2 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Patrascar 1,044.2 km
10h 52m
€192–278
Fly to Kalamata International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Kalamata International Airport (KLX)plane IST - KLX
2. Take the bus from Kalamata to Patrasbus
13h 25m
€165–339
Fly to Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia, bus
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia (SKG)plane IST - SKG
2. Take the bus from Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station to Patrasbus
12h 30m
€124–269
Fly to Ioannina National Airport, bus
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Ioannina National Airport (IOA)plane IST - IOA
2. Take the bus from Ioannina to Aigiobus
11h 39m
€128–299
Fly to Patras Araxos Airport
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Patras Araxos Airport (GPA)plane IST - GPA
11h 56m
€180–489

Istanbul (IST) to Kalamata International Airport (KLX) flights

11Weekly Planes

8h 43mAverage Duration

€113Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,168.4 km
Duration: 15h 28m

What companies run services between Istanbul, Turkey and Patras, Greece?

You can take a bus from Istanbul to Patras via Lamia and Lamia in around 15h 28m. Alternatively, Turkish Airlines, Austrian Airlines, and five other airlines fly from Istanbul (IST) to Patras Araxos Airport (GPA) once daily.

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