What is the cheapest way to get from Italy to Turkey?

The cheapest way to get from Italy to Turkey is to bus which costs 6.500 ₺ - 8.500 ₺ and takes 34h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Italy to Turkey?

The fastest way to get from Italy to Turkey is to fly which takes 3h 16m and costs 7.500 ₺ - 19.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Italy and Turkey?

No, there is no direct bus from Italy to Turkey. However, there are services departing from Roma Termini and arriving at İskenderpaşa via Kumanovo and Bayrampaşa Devlet Hastanesi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34h 53m.

How far is it from Italy to Turkey?

The distance between Italy and Turkey is 1054 km. The road distance is 2197.3 km.

How do I travel from Italy to Turkey without a car?

The best way to get from Italy to Turkey without a car is to bus which takes 34h 53m and costs 6.500 ₺ - 8.500 ₺.

How long does it take to get from Italy to Turkey?

It takes approximately 3h 16m to get from Italy to Turkey, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Italy to Turkey bus from?

Italy to Turkey bus services, operated by Hak Bus, depart from Roma Termini station.

Bus or fly from Italy to Turkey?

The best way to get from Italy to Turkey is to fly which takes 3h 16m and costs 7.500 ₺ - 19.000 ₺. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 6.500 ₺ - 8.500 ₺ and takes 34h 53m.

Where does the Italy to Turkey bus arrive?

Italy to Turkey bus services, operated by Hak Bus, arrive at Kumanovo station.

What is the time difference between Italy and Turkey?

Turkey is 1h ahead of Italy. It is currently 12:55 AM in Italy and 1:55 AM in Turkey.

Can I drive from Italy to Turkey?

Yes, the driving distance between Italy to Turkey is 2197 km. It takes approximately 20h 22m to drive from Italy to Turkey.

Where can I stay near Turkey?

There are 4219+ hotels available in Turkey.

Italy to Turkey - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Italy to Turkey by plane, bus, 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 from Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport
best
1. Fly from Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport (BRI) to Istanbul (IST)plane BRI - IST
3h 16m
₺7,657–18,533
Fly from Naples Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Naples Airport (NAP) to Istanbul (IST)plane NAP - IST
5h 31m
₺5,659–16,173
Bus
1. Take the bus from Roma Termini to Kumanovobus
2. Take the bus from Kumanovo to Istanbulbus
34h 53m
₺6,949–8,169
Drive 2,197.3 km
1. Drive from Rome to Istanbulcar 2,197.3 km
20h 22m
₺18,483–26,698
Fly from Catania–Fontanarossa Airport
1. Fly from Catania–Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to Istanbul (IST)plane CTA - IST
5h 23m
₺6,295–16,295

Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport (BRI) to Istanbul (IST) flights

10Weekly Planes

2h 45mAverage Duration

₺3,139Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,054.5 km
Duration: 3h 16m

What companies run services between Italy and Turkey?

Turkish Airlines, Volotea, and Aegean Airlines fly from Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport (BRI) to Istanbul (IST) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Roma Termini to İskenderpaşa via Kumanovo, Istanbul, and Bayrampaşa Devlet Hastanesi in around 34h 53m.

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