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

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Rome is to fly which costs €50 - €310 and takes 6h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Rome is to fly which takes 6h 20m and costs €85 - €280.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Rome?

No, there is no direct bus from Istanbul to Rome. However, there are services departing from Istanbul and arriving at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina via Pogradec and Elbasan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 30m.

How far is it from Istanbul to Rome?

The distance between Istanbul and Rome is 1446 km. The road distance is 2192.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Istanbul to Rome without a car is to bus via Pogradec which takes 28h 30m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 20m to get from Istanbul to Rome, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Rome bus from?

Istanbul to Rome bus services, operated by Alpar Turizm, depart from Istanbul station.

Bus or fly from Istanbul to Rome?

The best way to get from Istanbul to Rome is to fly which takes 6h 20m and costs €85 - €280. Alternatively, you can bus via Pogradec, which costs and takes 28h 30m.

Where does the Istanbul to Rome bus arrive?

Istanbul to Rome bus services, operated by Alpar Turizm, arrive at Pogradec station.

What is the time difference between Istanbul and Rome?

Rome is 1h behind Istanbul. It is currently 9:04 PM in Istanbul and 8:04 PM in Rome.

Can I drive from Istanbul to Rome?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Rome is 2193 km. It takes approximately 20h 24m to drive from Istanbul to Rome.

Where can I stay near Rome?

There are 20894+ hotels available in Rome. Prices start at €33 per night.

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

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

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 to Leonardo Da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport
best
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Leonardo Da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (FCO)IST - FCO
6h 20m
€89–277
Fly Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Leonardo Da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Leonardo Da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (FCO)SAW - FCO
6h 42m
€53–306
Bus via Pogradec
1. Take the bus from Istanbul to Pogradec
2. Take the bus from Pogradec to Elbasan
3. Take the bus from Elbasan to Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
28h 30m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Halkalı to Sofia
2. Take the bus from Sofia to Trieste
3. Take the train from Trieste Centrale to Venezia MestreFr
4. Take the train from Venezia Mestre to Roma TerminiFr
37h 50m
€140–247
Drive 2,192.7 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Rome2,192.7 km
20h 24m
€348–502
Fly Istanbul to Naples International Airport, train
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Naples International Airport (NAP)IST - NAP
2. Take the train from Napoli Centrale to Roma Termini
7h 2m
€110–332
Bus
1. Take the bus from Instabul to Prizren,Autobuska Stanica
2. Take the bus from Prizren,Autobuska Stanica to Roma Termini
40h 45m

Istanbul (IST) to Leonardo Da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (FCO) flights

29Weekly Planes

2h 59mAverage Duration

€128Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,446.1 km
Duration: 6h 20m

What companies run services between Istanbul, Turkey and Rome, Italy?

Turkish Airlines and Croatia Airlines fly from Istanbul (IST) to Leonardo Da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (FCO) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Istanbul to Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina via Pogradec, Elbasan, and Elbasan in around 28h 30m.

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