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There are 12 ways to get from Italy to Bursa by plane, train, bus, night bus or car

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Fly Bari to Istanbul, train, bus

  1. Fly from Bari (BRI) to Istanbul (IST)
  2. Take the train from Yenikapi to Gebze
  3. Take the bus from Gebze to Bursa

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Fly Rome to Sabiha Gokcen, bus

  1. Fly from Rome (FCO) to Sabiha Gokcen (SAW)
  2. Take the bus from Gebze to Bursa

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Fly Naples to Istanbul, train, bus

  1. Fly from Naples (NAP) to Istanbul (IST)
  2. Take the train from Yenikapi to Gebze
  3. Take the bus from Gebze to Bursa

Fly Bologna to Istanbul, train, bus

  1. Fly from Bologna (BLQ) to Istanbul (IST)
  2. Take the train from Yenikapi to Gebze
  3. Take the bus from Gebze to Bursa

Fly Bologna to Sabiha Gokcen, bus

  1. Fly from Bologna (BLQ) to Sabiha Gokcen (SAW)
  2. Take the bus from Gebze to Bursa

Bus to Milan Bergamo, fly to Sabiha Gokcen, bus

  1. Take the bus from Milan Centrale to Bergamo Airport Bus Station
  2. Fly from Milan Bergamo (BGY) to Sabiha Gokcen (SAW)
  3. Take the bus from Gebze to Bursa

Train, bus via Sofia

  1. Take the train from Roma Tiburtina to Trieste Centrale
  2. Take the bus from Trieste Central Bus Station to Sofia Central Bus Station
  3. Take the bus from Sofia Serdica Bus Station to Bursa Terminal Bus

Train, bus, night bus

  1. Take the train from Roma Tiburtina to Venezia Mestre
  2. Take the bus from Venezia Mestre Station to Sofia
  3. Take the night bus from Sofia Serdica Bus Station to Istanbul Büyük Otogari
  4. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Bursa

Bus

  1. Take the bus from Roma to Sofia
  2. Take the bus from Sofia to Gemlik

Train, Bus

  1. Take the train from Roma Termini to Ancona
  2. Take the Bus from Ancona to Alexandroupoli
  3. Take the bus from Alexandroupoli to Bursa

Bus via Tetovo

  1. Take the bus from Rome Tiburtina Bus station to L'Aquila
  2. Take the bus from L'Aquila to Tetovo
  3. Take the bus from Tetovo to Istanbul
  4. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Bursa

Drive

  1. Drive from Rome to Bursa

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The cheapest way to get from Italy to Bursa is to bus and fly which costs €90 - €220 and takes 10h 8m.

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The quickest way to get from Italy to Bursa is to fly and train and bus which costs €190 - €410 and takes 7h 1m.

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No, there is no direct bus from Italy to Bursa. However, there are services departing from Roma and arriving at Bursa via Sofia and Gemlik. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 44h 37m.

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The distance between Italy and Bursa is 1391 km. The road distance is 2379.4 km.

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The best way to get from Italy to Bursa without a car is to train and bus via Sofia which takes 34h 19m and costs €150 - €300.

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It takes approximately 7h 1m to get from Italy to Bursa, including transfers.

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Italy to Bursa bus services, operated by Georg, depart from Roma station.

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The quickest flight from Bari Airport to Istanbul Airport is the direct flight which takes 2h.

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Italy to Bursa bus services, operated by MetroTurizm, arrive at Gemlik station.

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Bursa is 2h ahead of Italy. It is currently 12:35 PM in Italy and 2:35 PM in Bursa.

Map of how to get from Italy to Bursa.
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  • Distance: 1390.8 km
  • Duration: 7h 1m

What companies run services between Italy and Bursa, Turkey?

You can take a bus from Rome to Bursa via Sofia and Gemlik in around 44h 37m.

Airlines
Turkish Airlines
Website
turkishairlines.com
Flights from Bari to Istanbul
Ave. Duration
2h
When
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Estimated price
2.600 ₺ - 14.000 ₺
Flights from Naples to Istanbul
Ave. Duration
2h 15m
When
Every day
Estimated price
2.900 ₺ - 8.000 ₺
Flights from Bologna to Istanbul
Ave. Duration
2h 36m
When
Every day
Estimated price
2.800 ₺ - 11.000 ₺
Flights from Rome to Sabiha Gokcen
Ave. Duration
2h 50m
When
Thursday, Friday and Saturday
Estimated price
2.500 ₺ - 8.000 ₺
Flights from Milan Bergamo to Sabiha Gokcen
Ave. Duration
2h 45m
When
Every day
Estimated price
1.800 ₺ - 8.500 ₺
Pegasus Airlines
Website
flypgs.com
Flights from Rome to Sabiha Gokcen
Ave. Duration
2h 25m
When
Every day
Estimated price
1.500 ₺ - 15.000 ₺
Flights from Bologna to Sabiha Gokcen
Ave. Duration
2h 30m
When
Every day
Estimated price
2.600 ₺ - 8.000 ₺
Flights from Milan Bergamo to Sabiha Gokcen
Ave. Duration
2h 35m
When
Every day
Estimated price
1.800 ₺ - 8.500 ₺
Air Serbia
Website
airserbia.com
Flights from Bari to Istanbul via Belgrade
Ave. Duration
4h 20m
When
Sunday
Estimated price
2.400 ₺ - 11.000 ₺
Flights from Naples to Istanbul via Belgrade
Ave. Duration
4h 30m
When
Friday
Estimated price
2.700 ₺ - 8.000 ₺
Flights from Bologna to Istanbul via Belgrade
Ave. Duration
6h
When
Friday and Sunday
Estimated price
2.200 ₺ - 8.500 ₺
Alitalia
Website
alitalia.com
Flights from Rome to Sabiha Gokcen
Ave. Duration
2h 25m
When
Every day
Estimated price
1.500 ₺ - 15.000 ₺
Flights from Bologna to Sabiha Gokcen via Rome
Ave. Duration
4h 50m
When
Friday
Estimated price
2.600 ₺ - 8.000 ₺
Aegean Airlines
Website
en.aegeanair.com
Flights from Naples to Istanbul via Athens
Ave. Duration
4h 20m
When
Wednesday, Friday and Sunday
Estimated price
2.500 ₺ - 9.000 ₺
Flights from Bologna to Istanbul via Athens
Ave. Duration
5h 15m
When
Monday, Wednesday and Friday
Estimated price
2.100 ₺ - 8.000 ₺
Lufthansa
Website
lufthansa.com
Flights from Bologna to Istanbul via Frankfurt
Ave. Duration
5h 42m
When
Every day
Estimated price
3.800 ₺ - 15.000 ₺
Wizz Air
Website
wizzair.com
Flights from Bologna to Istanbul via Iasi
Ave. Duration
5h 10m
When
Tuesday
Estimated price
750 ₺ - 3.400 ₺
Air Albania
Website
airalbania.com.al
Flights from Bologna to Istanbul via Tirana
Ave. Duration
5h 35m
When
Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday
Estimated price
2.100 ₺ - 6.500 ₺
Train operators
Trenitalia Frecce

Trenitalia’s high-speed Frecce trains run on specialised tracks and have a greater level of service and comfort than InterCity and regional trains. There are three types of Frecce trains: Frecciarossa, (the fastest; connects major Italian cities); Frecciargento (mostly connect Rome to other Italian cities); and Frecciabianca (the slowest Frecce trains). Frecciarossa trains offer four classes of service, all with free Wi-Fi: Standard, Premium, Business and Executive. All Frecce tickets include a seat reservation and must be purchased before boarding the train.

Contact Details
Phone
+39 06 68475475
Website
trenitalia.com
Train from Roma Tiburtina to Trieste Centrale
Ave. Duration
5h 15m
Frequency
Once daily
Estimated price
950 ₺ - 2.800 ₺
Website
https://www.trenitalia.com/en/frecce.html
Schedules at
https://reiseauskunft.bahn.de/bin/query.exe/en?revia=yes&existOptimizePrice=1&country=overseas&initialAvail=ON&S={fromName}&Z={toName}&start=1
Super Economy
950 ₺ - 1.300 ₺
Base Standard
1.600 ₺ - 2.200 ₺
Base Premium
1.900 ₺ - 2.800 ₺
Train from Roma Tiburtina to Venezia Mestre
Ave. Duration
3h 38m
Frequency
Hourly
Estimated price
750 ₺ - 2.300 ₺
Website
https://www.trenitalia.com/en/frecce.html
Schedules at
https://reiseauskunft.bahn.de/bin/query.exe/en?revia=yes&existOptimizePrice=1&country=overseas&initialAvail=ON&S={fromName}&Z={toName}&start=1
Super Economy
750 ₺ - 1.100 ₺
Base Standard
1.300 ₺ - 1.800 ₺
Base Premium
1.600 ₺ - 2.300 ₺
ItaloTreno

Private train company Italotreno operates high-speed trains in Italy on the same tracks as Trenitalia. The routes service 21 stations across the country, including popular routes Milan-Florence, Rome-Venice and Bologna-Naples. Choose from four classes of service, all with free Wi-Fi: Smart, Comfort, Prima and Club Executive. Italo also operates Italobus – an integrated train-bus service that takes passengers from the main train stations to other Italian cities.

Contact Details
Phone
+39 06 8937 1892
Website
italotreno.it
Train from Rome Tiburtina to Trieste Centrale Station
Ave. Duration
5h 51m
Frequency
Once daily
Estimated price
750 ₺ - 2.000 ₺
Website
https://www.italotreno.it/it
Website
https://www.italotreno.it/en
Smart Economy
750 ₺ - 1.100 ₺
Smart Low Cost
850 ₺ - 1.100 ₺
Smart Flex
1.400 ₺ - 2.000 ₺
Train from Roma Tiburtina to Mestre
Ave. Duration
3h 37m
Frequency
Every 2 hours
Estimated price
650 ₺ - 1.700 ₺
Website
https://www.italotreno.it/it
Website
https://www.italotreno.it/en
Smart Economy
650 ₺ - 900 ₺
Smart Low Cost
650 ₺ - 850 ₺
Smart Flex
1.200 ₺ - 1.700 ₺
Trenitalia

The primary train operator in Italy, Trenitalia was created in the year 2000. Trenitalia offers national rail connections in Italy as well as international connections to Austria, France, Germany and Switzerland. The company operates regional and long-distance trains, as well as high-speed trains called Frecce that travel on specialised tracks on speeds of up to 360km/h. Trenitalia tickets are available online, in stations across the country or from many travel agents that offer bookings.

Contact Details
Phone
+39 06 68475475
Website
trenitalia.com
Train from Roma Termini to Ancona
Ave. Duration
3h 53m
Frequency
5 times a day
Estimated price
390 ₺ - 800 ₺
Website
https://www.trenitalia.com/en.html
1st Class
700 ₺ - 800 ₺
Frequently asked questions
Is there Wi-Fi on Trenitalia?
Yes - Wi-Fi is available on both Frecciarossa and Frecciargento services, and may be accessed free of charge. Services require either a mobile phone number or credit card for verification purposes and allow access for 24 hours.
Are there power outlets on Trenitalia?
Yes - Frecce services include a power socket for each seat.
Does Trenitalia offer meals or snacks?
Yes - Frecciarossa and Frecciargento services often offer bar and restaurant options, though this depends on the individual route and train type. Business, Premium and First Class tickets include a complimentary drink and snack. Some services may offer restaurant, FRECCIABistro or pre-booked, in-seat meal options. Please check your service as options vary.
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Trenitalia Intercity

Trenitalia’s Intercity (IC) trains are slower than the high-speed Frecce trains but are still a good way to travel between major cities and towns, with routes including Rome to Naples, Venice to Bologna and Milan to Genoa. Tickets usually open for booking 90 days ahead of travel, and you’ll need make a seat reservation before boarding. All IC trains have 1st and 2nd class carriages as well as a bar buffet car, air conditioning and power sockets. InterCity trains that run at night are called InterCity Notte (ICN).

Contact Details
Phone
+39 06 68475475
Website
trenitalia.com
Train from Roma Termini to Ancona
Ave. Duration
3h 43m
Frequency
Twice daily
Estimated price
360 ₺ - 550 ₺
Website
https://www.trenitalia.com/
2nd Class
360 ₺ - 550 ₺
Bus operators
MetroTurizm
Phone
0850 222 34 55
Email
iletisim@metroturizm.com.tr
Website
metroturizm.com.tr
Bus from Gebze to Bursa
Ave. Duration
1h 15m
Frequency
4 times a day
Estimated price
140 ₺ - 200 ₺
Website
MetroTurizm
Bus from Istanbul Otogari to Bursa
Ave. Duration
3h
Frequency
Hourly
Estimated price
170 ₺ - 280 ₺
Website
MetroTurizm
Bus from Sofia to Gemlik
Ave. Duration
14h
Frequency
Once daily
Estimated price
400 ₺ - 550 ₺
Website
MetroTurizm
Union Ivkoni
Georg
Phone
+ 359/38/66 34 04
Email
georg_ltd@abv.bg
Website
georg-bg.com
Bus from Trieste to Sofia
Ave. Duration
16h
Frequency
5 times a week
Estimated price
1.500 ₺ - 2.000 ₺
Schedules at
georg-bg.com
Bus from Roma to Sofia
Ave. Duration
28h 30m
Frequency
Once a week
Estimated price
2.100 ₺ - 2.600 ₺
Schedules at
georg-bg.com
Citylines
Phone
+359 2 812 0810
Email
support@citylines.bg
Website
citylines.eu
Bus from Sofia Serdica Knyaginya Maria Luiza to Bursa Intercity Bus Terminal
Ave. Duration
13h 30m
Frequency
Once daily
Estimated price
750 ₺ - 850 ₺
Website
Citylines
Yubim
Website
yubim.eu
Bus from Venezia Mestre Station to Sofia
Ave. Duration
17h 34m
Frequency
4 times a week
Estimated price
2.300 ₺ - 3.000 ₺
Website
http://www.yubim.eu/
Huntur
Phone
+90 212 658 00 61
Email
info@huntur.com.tr
Website
huntur.com.tr
Night bus from Sofia Serdica Bus Station to Istanbul Büyük Otogari
Ave. Duration
7h 30m
Frequency
Once daily
Estimated price
420 ₺ - 550 ₺
Website
Huntur
Portokalidis Tours
Website
portokalidistours.gr
Bus from Ancona to Alexandroupoli
Ave. Duration
34h 15m
Frequency
Hourly
Estimated price
3.900 ₺ - 6.000 ₺
Schedules at
portokalidistours.gr
Crazy Holidays
Phone
2310-241545
Website
crazyholidays.gr
Bus from Alexandroupoli to Bursa
Ave. Duration
7h
Frequency
Twice a week
Estimated price
550 ₺ - 1.300 ₺
Schedules at
crazyholidays.gr
TUA Società Unica Abruzzese di Trasporto
Phone
085.43212
Email
info@tuabruzzo.it
Website
tuabruzzo.it
Bus from Rome Tiburtina Bus station to L'Aquila
Ave. Duration
2h
Frequency
Every 3 hours
Schedules at
tuabruzzo.it
Durmo Tours
Phone
+389 42 217 370
Email
durmotours@yahoo.com
Website
durmotours.com.mk
Bus from L'Aquila to Tetovo
Ave. Duration
30h 4m
Frequency
Once a week
Estimated price
1.400 ₺ - 2.200 ₺
Schedules at
durmotours.com.mk

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Yes, the driving distance between Italy to Bursa is 2379 km. It takes approximately 22h 24m to drive from Italy to Bursa.

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Turkish Airlines and Air Serbia offer flights from Bari Airport to Istanbul Airport.

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There are 97+ hotels available in Bursa. Prices start at 1.750 ₺ per night.

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The best way to get from Italy to Bari Airport is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs €50 - €65.

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