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

The cheapest way to get from Kotor to Istanbul is to bus which costs 4.200 ₺ - 6.500 ₺ and takes 22h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kotor to Istanbul is to fly and bus which takes 3h 33m and costs 5.000 ₺ - 13.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Kotor and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct bus from Kotor to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Kotor, Autobuska Stanica and arriving at Istanbul Esenler via Podgorica , Bus station and Novi Pazar, Autobuska stanica. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h.

How far is it from Kotor to Istanbul?

The distance between Kotor and Istanbul is 893 km. The road distance is 1126.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Kotor to Istanbul without a car is to bus which takes 17h and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from Kotor to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kotor to Istanbul bus from?

Kotor to Istanbul bus services, operated by Adriatic Travel, depart from Kotor, Autobuska Stanica station.

Where does the Kotor to Istanbul bus arrive?

Kotor to Istanbul bus services, operated by Adriatic Travel, arrive at Podgorica , Bus station.

What is the time difference between Kotor and Istanbul?

Istanbul is 2h ahead of Kotor. It is currently 7:38 AM in Kotor and 9:38 AM in Istanbul.

Can I drive from Kotor to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Kotor to Istanbul is 1127 km. It takes approximately 13h 39m to drive from Kotor to Istanbul.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 4407+ hotels available in Istanbul.

Kotor to Istanbul - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and shuttle

There are 9 ways to get from Kotor to Istanbul by plane, bus, train, car, or shuttle

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

Fly Tivat Airport to Istanbul, bus
best
1. Fly from Tivat Airport (TIV) to Istanbul (IST)plane TIV - IST
2. Take the bus from Istanbul Airport Bus to Istanbul Otogaribus
3h 33m
₺5,379–12,575
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tivat, Autobuska stanica to Kumanovobus
2. Take the bus from Kumanovo to Kyustendilbus
3. Take the train from Kyustendil to Sofiatrain
4. Take the train from Sofia to Halkalıtrain
25h 44m
₺3,882–7,361
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kotor, Autobuska Stanica to Podgorica , Bus stationbus
2. Take the bus from Podgorica , Bus station to Novi Pazar, Autobuska stanicabus
3. Take the bus from Novi Pazar, Autobuska stanica to Istanbul Esenlerbus
17h
Drive 1,126.5 km
1. Drive from Kotor to Istanbulcar 1,126.5 km
13h 39m
₺7,109–10,269
Drive to Dubrovnik Airport, fly to Istanbul, bus
1. Drive from Kotor to Dubrovnik Airport (DBV)car
2. Fly from Dubrovnik Airport (DBV) to Istanbul (IST)plane DBV - IST
3. Take the bus from Istanbul Airport Bus to Istanbul Otogaribus
5h 9m
₺6,126–15,996
Shuttle to Podgorica Airport, fly to Istanbul, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Kotor, Autobuska Stanica to Podgorica Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Istanbul (IST)plane TGD - IST
3. Take the bus from Istanbul Airport Bus to Istanbul Otogaribus
6h 8m
Shuttle to Podgorica Airport, fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, Metro
1. Take a shuttle bus from Kotor, Autobuska Stanica to Podgorica Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)plane TGD - SAW
3. Take the train from Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Ayrılık Çeşmesitrain
5h 38m
Bus via Prizren
1. Take the bus from Kotor, Autobuska Stanica to Prizren,Autobuska Stanicabus
2. Take the bus from Prizren,Autobuska Stanica to Esenler Otogarbus
20h 39m
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Kotor, Autobuska Stanica to Shkoder,Rruga Teutabus
2. Take the bus from Shkodër to Istanbulbus
22h 40m
₺4,267–6,167

Kotor to Istanbul by bus

4Weekly Buses

22h 40mAverage Duration

₺4,267Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kotor to Istanbul.

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Distance: 893.3 km
Duration: 3h 33m

What companies run services between Kotor, Montenegro and Istanbul, Turkey?

You can take a bus from Kotor, Autobuska Stanica to Istanbul Esenler via Podgorica , Bus station and Novi Pazar, Autobuska stanica in around 17h.

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