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

The cheapest way to get from Ohrid to Istanbul is to bus which costs 1.500 ₺ - 3.400 ₺ and takes 16h.

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

The fastest way to get from Ohrid to Istanbul is to bus and fly which takes 8h 46m and costs 4.500 ₺ - 13.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Ohrid and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct bus from Ohrid to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Ohrid and arriving at Istanbul via Skopje, Transporten Centar. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h.

How far is it from Ohrid to Istanbul?

The distance between Ohrid and Istanbul is 995 km. The road distance is 820.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Ohrid to Istanbul without a car is to bus which takes 16h and costs 1.500 ₺ - 3.400 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 8h 59m to get from Ohrid to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ohrid to Istanbul bus from?

Ohrid to Istanbul bus services, operated by Classic Company, depart from Ohrid station.

Where does the Ohrid to Istanbul bus arrive?

Ohrid to Istanbul bus services, operated by Classic Company, arrive at Skopje, Transporten Centar station.

What is the time difference between Ohrid and Istanbul?

Istanbul is 1h ahead of Ohrid. It is currently 6:45 PM in Ohrid and 7:45 PM in Istanbul.

Can I drive from Ohrid to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Ohrid to Istanbul is 821 km. It takes approximately 10h 10m to drive from Ohrid to Istanbul.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 3030+ hotels available in Istanbul.

Ohrid to Istanbul - 9 ways to travel via bus, plane, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Ohrid to Istanbul by bus, plane, 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.

Bus to Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza, fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
best
1. Take the bus from Ohrid to Tiranabus
2. Fly from Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza (TIA) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)plane TIA - SAW
8h 59m
₺2,228–8,074
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ohrid to Skopje, Transporten Centarbus
2. Take the bus from Skopje, Transporten Centar to Istanbulbus
16h
₺1,520–3,400
Drive 820.7 km
1. Drive from Ohrid to Istanbulcar 820.7 km
10h 10m
₺5,587–8,070
Bus to Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza, fly to Istanbul
1. Take the bus from Ohrid to Tiranabus
2. Fly from Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza (TIA) to Istanbul (IST)plane TIA - IST
8h 46m
₺4,515–12,053
Bus to Skopje International Airport, fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
1. Take the bus from Ohrid to Skopje, Transporten Centarbus
2. Fly from Skopje International Airport (SKP) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)plane SKP - SAW
10h 56m
₺2,661–10,021
Bus to Skopje International Airport, fly to Istanbul
1. Take the bus from Ohrid to Skopje, Transporten Centarbus
2. Fly from Skopje International Airport (SKP) to Istanbul (IST)plane SKP - IST
10h 43m
₺4,748–15,000
Bus, bus to Pristina, fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
1. Take the bus from Ohrid to Skopje, Transporten Centarbus
2. Take the bus from Skopje, Transporten Centar to Pristinabus
3. Fly from Pristina (PRN) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)plane PRN - SAW
12h 50m
₺2,981–20,629
Bus, bus to Pristina, fly to Istanbul
1. Take the bus from Ohrid to Skopje, Transporten Centarbus
2. Take the bus from Skopje, Transporten Centar to Pristinabus
3. Fly from Pristina (PRN) to Istanbul (IST)plane PRN - IST
12h 36m
₺5,068–15,608
Bus via Sofia
1. Take the bus from Ohrid to Skopje, Transporten Centarbus
2. Take the bus from Skopje, Transporten Centar (Скопjе, Транспортен Центар) to Sofia Central Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Sofia Serdica Bus Station to Istanbul Büyük Otogaribus
18h
₺3,147–4,027

Ohrid to Istanbul by bus

3Weekly Buses

16hAverage Duration

₺1,520Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 995 km
Duration: 8h 59m

What companies run services between Ohrid, North Macedonia and Istanbul, Turkey?

You can take a bus from Ohrid to Istanbul via Skopje, Transporten Centar in around 16h.

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