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

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Zug is to bus which costs SFr 100 - SFr 170 and takes 28h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Zug is to fly which takes 6h 58m and costs SFr 110 - SFr 290.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Zug?

No, there is no direct bus from Istanbul to Zug station. However, there are services departing from Istanbul and arriving at Zurich Bus Station via Munich central bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Istanbul and Zug?

No, there is no direct train from Istanbul to Zug. However, there are services departing from Yenikapi and arriving at Zug via Halkali, Videle, Budapest-Keleti, Sargans and Thalwil. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40h 10m.

How far is it from Istanbul to Zug?

The distance between Istanbul and Zug is 1820 km. The road distance is 2109 km.

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

The best way to get from Istanbul to Zug without a car is to bus which takes 28h 4m and costs SFr 100 - SFr 170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 58m to get from Istanbul to Zug, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Zug bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Zug train from?

Istanbul to Zug train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Halkali station.

Bus or fly from Istanbul to Zug?

The best way to get from Istanbul to Zug is to fly which takes 6h 58m and costs SFr 110 - SFr 290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 100 - SFr 170 and takes 28h 4m.

Where does the Istanbul to Zug bus arrive?

Istanbul to Zug bus services, operated by Alpar Turizm, arrive at Munich station.

What is the time difference between Istanbul and Zug?

Zug is 1h behind Istanbul. It is currently 8:04 AM in Istanbul and 7:04 AM in Zug.

Where does the Istanbul to Zug train arrive?

Istanbul to Zug train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Videle station.

Can I drive from Istanbul to Zug?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Zug is 2109 km. It takes approximately 21h 6m to drive from Istanbul to Zug.

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

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Where can I stay near Zug?

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Istanbul to Zug - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, night train, and car

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Fly Istanbul to Zurich Airport
best
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane IST - ZRH
6h 58m
CHF 110–282
Fly Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Zurich Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane SAW - ZRH
7h 23m
CHF 75–342
Bus
1. Take the bus from Istanbul to Munichbus
2. Take the bus from Munich central bus station to Zurich Bus Stationbus FlixBus X06 / ...
28h 4m
CHF 106–167
Night train, train
1. Take the nighttrain from Halkali to Videlenighttrain
2. Take the train from Videle to Budapest-Keletitrain Ir
3. Take the train from Budapest-Keleti to Sarganstrain Rjx
4. Take the train from Sargans to Thalwiltrain
40h 10m
CHF 210–362
Drive 2,109 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Zugcar 2,109 km
21h 6m
CHF 342–493
Fly Istanbul to Basel, train
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Basel (BSL)plane IST - BSL
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain
8h 30m
CHF 131–398
Fly Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Basel, train
1. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Basel (BSL)plane SAW - BSL
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain
8h 51m
CHF 106–378
Fly Istanbul to Milano Malpensa Airport, train
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)plane IST - MXP
2. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Luganotrain
3. Take the train from Lugano to Zug(Ch)train
9h 52m
CHF 99–399
Bus via Sofia
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Büyük Otogari to Sofia Serdica Bus Stationbus Citylines 19 / ...
2. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Zurichbus
39h 42m
CHF 135–193

Istanbul to Zug by bus and train

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28h 4mAverage Duration

CHF 106Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,820.4 km
Duration: 6h 58m

What companies run services between Istanbul, Turkey and Zug, Switzerland?

Turkish Airlines, Air Serbia, and Croatia Airlines fly from Istanbul (IST) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Istanbul to Zug via Munich central bus station, Zurich Bus Station, and Zürich HB in around 28h 4m.

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