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

The cheapest way to get from Rafina to Istanbul is to bus which costs 4.100 ₺ - 6.500 ₺ and takes 17h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rafina to Istanbul is to drive which takes 11h 53m and costs 10.000 ₺ - 15.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Rafina and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct bus from Rafina to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Rafina and arriving at Istanbul via 8η ΜΕΣΟΓΕΙΩΝ and Athens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 36m.

How far is it from Rafina to Istanbul?

The distance between Rafina and Istanbul is 610 km. The road distance is 1076 km.

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

The best way to get from Rafina to Istanbul without a car is to bus which takes 17h 36m and costs 4.100 ₺ - 6.500 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 5h 1m to get from Rafina to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rafina to Istanbul bus from?

Rafina to Istanbul bus services, operated by Crazy Holidays, depart from Athens station.

Where does the Rafina to Istanbul bus arrive?

Rafina to Istanbul bus services, operated by Crazy Holidays, arrive at Istanbul station.

What is the time difference between Rafina and Istanbul?

Istanbul is 1h ahead of Rafina. It is currently 9:54 AM in Rafina and 10:54 AM in Istanbul.

Can I drive from Rafina to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Rafina to Istanbul is 1076 km. It takes approximately 11h 53m to drive from Rafina to Istanbul.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 4053+ hotels available in Istanbul.

Rafina to Istanbul - 4 ways to travel via plane, Metro, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Rafina to Istanbul by plane, train, bus, 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.

Fly to Istanbul, Metro
best
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Istanbul (IST)plane ATH - IST
2. Take the train from Gayrettepe to Veznecilertrain
5h 1m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Athens to Istanbulbus
17h 36m
₺4,156–6,238
Drive 1,076 km
1. Drive from Rafina to Istanbulcar 1,076 km
11h 53m
₺10,007–14,454
Fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, Metro
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)plane ATH - SAW
2. Take the train from Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Ayrılık Çeşmesitrain
5h 9m

Athens International Airport (ATH) to Istanbul (IST) flights

69Weekly Planes

1h 43mAverage Duration

₺1,988Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Rafina to Istanbul.

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Distance: 610.1 km
Duration: 5h 1m

What companies run services between Rafina, Attica, Greece and Istanbul, Turkey?

Crazy Holidays operates a bus from Athens to Istanbul once a week. Tickets cost ₺4,000–6,000 and the journey takes 14h.

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