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

The cheapest way to get from Mendrisio to Istanbul is to train and bus and fly which costs 4.500 ₺ - 14.000 ₺ and takes 7h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mendrisio to Istanbul is to train and fly which takes 6h 40m and costs 4.600 ₺ - 14.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Mendrisio and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct bus from Mendrisio to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Mendrisio, Autosilo and arriving at Esenler Otogar via Chiasso and Pristina. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 34m.

How far is it from Mendrisio to Istanbul?

The distance between Mendrisio and Istanbul is 1779 km. The road distance is 1966.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Mendrisio to Istanbul without a car is to train and bus which takes 27h 24m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 40m to get from Mendrisio to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mendrisio to Istanbul bus from?

Mendrisio to Istanbul bus services, operated by Sharr Travel, depart from Chiasso station.

Where does the Mendrisio to Istanbul bus arrive?

Mendrisio to Istanbul bus services, operated by Sharr Travel, arrive at Pristina station.

What is the time difference between Mendrisio and Istanbul?

Istanbul is 2h ahead of Mendrisio. It is currently 2:51 PM in Mendrisio and 4:51 PM in Istanbul.

Can I drive from Mendrisio to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Mendrisio to Istanbul is 1966 km. It takes approximately 18h 34m to drive from Mendrisio to Istanbul.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 4520+ hotels available in Istanbul.

Mendrisio to Istanbul - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Mendrisio to Istanbul by train, plane, bus, car, or car train

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

Train to Milano Malpensa Airport, fly to Istanbul
best
1. Take the train from Mendrisio to Malpensa Aeroporto T1
2. Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Istanbul (IST)MXP - IST
6h 40m
₺4,643–13,802
Train, bus to Il Caravaggio International Airport, fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
cheapest
1. Take the train from Mendrisio to Milano Centrale
2. Take the bus from Piazza Luigi di Savoia to Bergamo Airport Bus Station
3. Fly from Il Caravaggio International Airport (BGY) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)BGY - SAW
7h 57m
₺4,565–13,172
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Mendrisio to BellinzonaS10 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bellinzona to Beograd, Autobuska stanica
3. Take the bus from Beograd, Autobuska stanica to İstanbul Esenler
27h 24m
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Mendrisio to Villach Hbf/Bbf
2. Take the car train from Villach Hbf/Bbf to Edirne
3. Drive from Edirne to Istanbul
39h 29m
₺15,445–62,977
Drive 1,966.1 km
1. Drive from Mendrisio to Istanbul1,966.1 km
18h 34m
₺16,794–24,258
Train to Zurich Airport, fly to Istanbul
1. Take the train from Lugano to Zürich HB
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Istanbul (IST)ZRH - IST
9h 31m
₺7,987–20,395
Train to Zurich Airport, fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
1. Take the train from Lugano to Zürich HB
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)ZRH - SAW
10h 9m
₺5,300–21,916
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chiasso to Pristina
2. Take the bus from Pristina to Esenler Otogar
28h 34m
Train, bus via Sofia
1. Take the train from Mendrisio to Milano Centrale
2. Take the bus from Stazione Centrale - Piazza Duca d'Aosta to Sofia
3. Take the bus from Sofia Serdica Bus Station to Istanbul Büyük Otogari
32h 34m
₺6,942–8,801
Train, bus via Sofia #2
1. Take the train from Mendrisio to Milano Centrale
2. Take the bus from Milano, Stazione Centrale to Sofia
3. Take the train from Sofia to Halkalı
36h 26m
₺5,314–8,442

Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Istanbul (IST) flights

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4h 3mAverage Duration

₺2,656Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,779.1 km
Duration: 6h 40m

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

You can take a bus from Mendrisio, Autosilo to Esenler Otogar via Chiasso, Stazione, Chiasso, and Pristina in around 28h 34m.

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