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

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Strumica is to train and drive which costs $30 - $55 and takes 20h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Strumica is to drive which takes 8h and costs $95 - $140.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Strumica?

No, there is no direct bus from Istanbul to Strumica. However, there are services departing from Istanbul Esenler Otogari and arriving at Strumica via Thessaloniki Simeonidis Tours Office and Gevgelija. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 30m.

How far is it from Istanbul to Strumica?

The distance between Istanbul and Strumica is 908 km. The road distance is 636.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Istanbul to Strumica without a car is to bus which takes 14h 30m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 14h 30m to get from Istanbul to Strumica, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Strumica bus from?

Istanbul to Strumica bus services, operated by Arda-Tur, depart from Istanbul Esenler Otogari station.

Where does the Istanbul to Strumica bus arrive?

Istanbul to Strumica bus services, operated by Arda-Tur, arrive at Thessaloniki station.

What is the time difference between Istanbul and Strumica?

Strumica is 2h behind Istanbul. It is currently 7:41 AM in Istanbul and 5:41 AM in Strumica.

Can I drive from Istanbul to Strumica?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Strumica is 637 km. It takes approximately 8h to drive from Istanbul to Strumica.

Where can I stay near Strumica?

There are 58+ hotels available in Strumica.

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

There are 12 ways to get from Istanbul to Strumica by bus, train, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Thessaloniki stationbus
2. Take the bus from Thessaloniki Simeonidis Tours Office to Gevgelijabus
3. Take the bus from Gevgelija to Strumicabus
14h 30m
Train, drive
cheapest
1. Take the train from Halkalı to Sofiatrain
2. Take the train from Sofia to Strumyanitrain
3. Drive from Strumyani to Strumicacar
20h 45m
$33–52
Drive 636.7 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Strumicacar 636.7 km
8h
$97–140
Fly Istanbul to Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia, bus
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia (SKG)plane IST - SKG
2. Take the bus from Thessaloniki to Gevgelijabus
3. Take the bus from Gevgelija to Strumicabus
9h 41m
Bus via Istanbul Otogari
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Thessalonikibus
2. Take the bus from Thessaloniki Simeonidis Tours Office to Gevgelijabus
3. Take the bus from Gevgelija to Strumicabus
16h 45m
Bus via Skopje
1. Take the bus from Istanbul to Skopje, Transporten Centarbus
2. Take the bus from Skopje, Transporten Centar to Strumicabus
17h
Fly Istanbul to Sofia Airport, bus, drive
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane IST - SOF
2. Take the bus from Sofia Airport Terminal 1 Bus Stop to Blagoevgrad Train Stationbus
3. Drive from Blagoevgrad Train Station to Strumicacar
9h 2m
$119–252
Fly Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Skopje International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Skopje International Airport (SKP)plane SAW - SKP
2. Take the bus from Skopje, Transporten Centar to Strumicabus
11h 52m
Fly Istanbul to Skopje International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Skopje International Airport (SKP)plane IST - SKP
2. Take the bus from Skopje, Transporten Centar to Strumicabus
11h 38m
Fly Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Sofia Airport, bus, drive
1. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane SAW - SOF
2. Take the bus from Sofia Airport Terminal 1 Bus Stop to Blagoevgrad Train Stationbus
3. Drive from Blagoevgrad Train Station to Strumicacar
9h 22m
$121–336
Fly Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Pristina, bus
1. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Pristina (PRN)plane SAW - PRN
2. Take the bus from Pristina to Skopje, Transporten Centarbus
3. Take the bus from Skopje, Transporten Centar to Strumicabus
13h 47m
Fly Istanbul to Pristina, bus
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Pristina (PRN)plane IST - PRN
2. Take the bus from Pristina to Skopje, Transporten Centarbus
3. Take the bus from Skopje, Transporten Centar to Strumicabus
13h 32m

Istanbul (IST) to Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia (SKG) flights

48Weekly Planes

2h 38mAverage Duration

$65Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Istanbul to Strumica.

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Distance: 907.5 km
Duration: 14h 30m

What companies run services between Istanbul, Turkey and Strumica, North Macedonia?

You can take a bus from Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Strumica via Thessaloniki station, Thessaloniki Simeonidis Tours Office, and Gevgelija in around 14h 30m.

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