What is the cheapest way to get from Meteora to Istanbul (State)?

The cheapest way to get from Meteora to Istanbul (State) is to bus and train via Thessaloníki which costs 2.400 ₺ - 3.700 ₺ and takes 14h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Meteora to Istanbul (State)?

The fastest way to get from Meteora to Istanbul (State) is to drive which takes 8h 52m and costs 7.000 ₺ - 11.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Meteora and Istanbul (State)?

No, there is no direct bus from Meteora to Istanbul (State). However, there are services departing from Kalampáka and arriving at Istanbul via Trikala, Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station and Katerini. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 37m.

How far is it from Meteora to Istanbul (State)?

The distance between Meteora and Istanbul (State) is 921 km. The road distance is 812.7 km.

How do I travel from Meteora to Istanbul (State) without a car?

The best way to get from Meteora to Istanbul (State) without a car is to bus which takes 13h 32m and costs 2.700 ₺ - 4.000 ₺.

How long does it take to get from Meteora to Istanbul (State)?

It takes approximately 13h 32m to get from Meteora to Istanbul (State), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Meteora to Istanbul (State) bus from?

Meteora to Istanbul (State) bus services, operated by KTEL Trikala, depart from Trikala station.

Where does the Meteora to Istanbul (State) bus arrive?

Meteora to Istanbul (State) bus services, operated by KTEL Trikala, arrive at Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station.

Can I drive from Meteora to Istanbul (State)?

Yes, the driving distance between Meteora to Istanbul (State) is 813 km. It takes approximately 8h 52m to drive from Meteora to Istanbul (State).

Where can I stay near Istanbul (State)?

There are 4434+ hotels available in Istanbul (State).

Meteora to Istanbul (State) - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Meteora to Istanbul (State) by bus, car, plane, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Trikala to Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station to Istanbul Esenler OtogariArda - Tur
13h 32m
₺2,743–3,923
Bus, train via Thessaloníki
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kalambaka to Paleofarsalos
2. Take the train from Paleofarsalos to ThessalonikiIc
3. Take the bus from Thessaloniki Monastiriou Bus Stop to Istanbul Esenler Otogari
14h 52m
₺2,471–3,611
Drive 812.7 km
1. Drive from Meteora to Istanbul812.7 km
8h 52m
₺7,232–10,446
Bus to Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia, fly to Istanbul, bus
1. Take the bus from Trikala to Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station
2. Fly from Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia (SKG) to Istanbul (IST)SKG - IST
3. Take the bus from Istanbul Airport Bus to Istanbul Şirinevler
10h 6m
₺5,062–11,662
Bus via Kateríni
1. Take the bus from Trikala to Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station to Kateríni
3. Take the bus from Katerini to Istanbul
15h 37m
₺4,578–6,058
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kalambaka to Paleofarsalos
2. Take the train from Paleofarsalos to LarissaIc
3. Take the bus from Larissa to Istanbul
15h 38m
₺3,821–5,201
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Meteora to Thessaloníki Aristotelous Square
2. Take the bus from Thessaloniki to Istanbul Otogari
18h 1m
₺3,681–3,962
Bus, Airport Bus to Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza, fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
1. Take the bus from Kalampáka to Gjirokastër
2. Take the bus from Gjirokastër to Fier
3. Take a shuttle bus from Fier to Tirana, Airport
4. Fly from Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza (TIA) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)TIA - SAW
12h 21m
Bus, Airport Bus to Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza, fly to Istanbul
1. Take the bus from Kalampáka to Gjirokastër
2. Take the bus from Gjirokastër to Fier
3. Take a shuttle bus from Fier to Tirana, Airport
4. Fly from Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza (TIA) to Istanbul (IST)TIA - IST
5. Take the bus from Istanbul Airport Bus to Istanbul Şirinevler
13h 2m
Bus to Ioannina National Airport, fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
1. Take the bus from Trikala to Ioannina
2. Fly from Ioannina National Airport (IOA) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)IOA - SAW
10h 47m
₺3,533–14,573

Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia (SKG) to Istanbul (IST) flights

62Weekly Planes

2h 54mAverage Duration

₺2,894Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Meteora to Istanbul (State).

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Distance: 921.2 km
Duration: 13h 32m

What companies run services between Meteora, Greece and Istanbul (State), Turkey?

You can take a bus from Kalampáka to Aksaray via Trikala, Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station, Istanbul Esenler Otogari, and Esenler Otogar in around 13h 32m.

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