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 €75 - €110 and takes 17h.

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

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Patras is to fly and train and bus which takes 7h 42m and costs €80 - €230.

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 Esenler Otogari and arriving at Patras via Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h.

How far is it from Istanbul to Patras?

The distance between Istanbul and Patras is 993 km. The road distance is 1046.5 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 16h 28m and costs €95 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 9h 46m 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 Arda Tur, depart from Istanbul Esenler Otogari station.

Where does the Istanbul to Patras bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Istanbul and Patras?

Patras is 1h behind Istanbul. It is currently 1:52 AM in Istanbul and 12:52 AM in Patras.

Can I drive from Istanbul to Patras?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Patras is 1046 km. It takes approximately 10h 43m to drive from Istanbul to Patras.

Where can I stay near Patras?

There are 633+ hotels available in Patras.

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

There are 8 ways to get from Istanbul to Patras by plane, bus, car, or 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 to Kalamata International Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Kalamata International Airport (KLX)IST - KLX
2. Take the bus from Kalamata to Patras
9h 46m
€145–609
Bus via Thessaloníki #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Istanbul to Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station to Náfpaktos
18h 45m
€73–113
Bus
1. Take the bus from Istanbul to Lamia
2. Take the bus from Lamia to Patras
16h 28m
€95–126
Drive 1,046.5 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Patras1,046.5 km
10h 43m
€190–275
Fly to Athens International Airport, train, bus
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Athens International Airport (ATH)IST - ATH
2. Take the train from Athens to Kiato
3. Take the bus from Kiato to Patra
7h 42m
€84–226
Fly to Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia, bus
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia (SKG)IST - SKG
2. Take the bus from Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station to Patras
10h 4m
€147–282
Fly to Ioannina National Airport, bus
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Ioannina National Airport (IOA)IST - IOA
2. Take the bus from Ioannina to Aigio
9h 23m
€166–388
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 Patras
17h
€78–101

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

8Weekly Planes

6h 8mAverage Duration

€96Cheapest Price

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Distance: 993.4 km
Duration: 9h 46m

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 16h 28m.

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