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

The cheapest way to get from Patras to Istanbul is to bus which costs 4.800 ₺ - 7.000 ₺ and takes 14h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Patras to Istanbul is to bus and train and fly which takes 9h 28m and costs 6.500 ₺ - 14.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Patras and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct bus from Patras to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Patras and arriving at Istanbul Esenler Otogari via Náfpaktos and Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 46m.

How far is it from Patras to Istanbul?

The distance between Patras and Istanbul is 1172 km. The road distance is 1044.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Patras to Istanbul without a car is to bus which takes 14h 57m and costs 4.800 ₺ - 7.000 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 14h 57m to get from Patras to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Patras to Istanbul bus from?

Patras to Istanbul bus services, operated by KTEL of Aetolia-Acarnania S.A., depart from Náfpaktos station.

Where does the Patras to Istanbul bus arrive?

Patras to Istanbul bus services, operated by KTEL of Aetolia-Acarnania S.A., arrive at Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Patras and Istanbul?

Istanbul is 1h ahead of Patras. It is currently 1:50 PM in Patras and 2:50 PM in Istanbul.

Can I drive from Patras to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Patras to Istanbul is 1045 km. It takes approximately 11h 2m to drive from Patras to Istanbul.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 4544+ hotels available in Istanbul.

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

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

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 Patras to Lamia
2. Take the bus from Lamia to Istanbul
14h 57m
₺4,801–6,682
Bus, train to Athens International Airport, fly to Istanbul
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Patra to Kiato
2. Take the train from Kiato to Athens
3. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Istanbul (IST)ATH - IST
4. Take the bus from Istanbul Airport Bus to Istanbul Otogari
10h 2m
₺3,154–10,025
Drive 1,044.6 km
1. Drive from Patras to Istanbul1,044.6 km
11h 2m
₺9,358–13,517
Bus to Kalamata International Airport, fly to Istanbul, bus
1. Take the bus from Patras to Kalamata
2. Fly from Kalamata International Airport (KLX) to Istanbul (IST)KLX - IST
3. Take the bus from Istanbul Airport Bus to Istanbul Otogari
10h 55m
₺6,133–29,619
Bus via Thessaloníki
1. Take the bus from Náfpaktos to Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station to Istanbul Esenler OtogariArda-Tur
16h 46m
₺3,339–5,694
Bus, train to Athens International Airport, fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
1. Take the bus from Patra to Kiato
2. Take the train from Kiato to Athens
3. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)ATH - SAW
9h 28m
₺6,537–13,326
Bus to Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia, fly to Istanbul, bus
1. Take the bus from Patras 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 Otogari
12h 16m
₺5,865–11,717
Bus to Ioannina National Airport, fly to Istanbul, bus
1. Take the bus from Aigio to Ioannina
2. Fly from Ioannina National Airport (IOA) to Istanbul (IST)IOA - IST
3. Take the bus from Istanbul Airport Bus to Istanbul Otogari
14h 18m
₺4,906–14,549
Bus, train to Athens International Airport, fly to Alexandroupoli Airport Dimokritos
1. Take the bus from Patra to Kiato
2. Take the train from Kiato to Athens
3. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Alexandroupoli Airport Dimokritos (AXD)ATH - AXD
4. Take the bus from Alexandroupoli Evros Bus Station to Istanbul Esenler Otogari
11h 12m
₺5,584–10,355

Kalamata International Airport (KLX) to Istanbul (IST) flights

7Weekly Planes

5h 11mAverage Duration

₺5,059Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Patras to Istanbul.

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Distance: 1,172.2 km
Duration: 14h 57m

What companies run services between Patras, Greece and Istanbul, Turkey?

You can take a bus from Patras to Istanbul via Lamia and Lamia in around 14h 57m.

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