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

The cheapest way to get from Rapperswil to Istanbul is to train and fly which costs 3.300 ₺ - 18.000 ₺ and takes 6h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rapperswil to Istanbul is to train and fly which takes 6h 59m and costs 3.300 ₺ - 18.000 ₺.

Is there a direct train between Rapperswil and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct train from Rapperswil to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Rapperswil SG and arriving at Yenikapi via St. Gallen(Ch), Wien Meidling, Bucharest and Halkali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 38h 42m.

How far is it from Rapperswil to Istanbul?

The distance between Rapperswil and Istanbul is 1891 km. The road distance is 2067.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Rapperswil to Istanbul without a car is to train and bus which takes 27h 21m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 59m to get from Rapperswil to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rapperswil to Istanbul train from?

Rapperswil to Istanbul train services, operated by Südostbahn, depart from Rapperswil SG station.

What is the time difference between Rapperswil and Istanbul?

Istanbul is 2h ahead of Rapperswil. It is currently 5:57 AM in Rapperswil and 7:57 AM in Istanbul.

Where does the Rapperswil to Istanbul train arrive?

Rapperswil to Istanbul train services, operated by Südostbahn, arrive at St. Gallen station.

Can I drive from Rapperswil to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Rapperswil to Istanbul is 2068 km. It takes approximately 20h 42m to drive from Rapperswil to Istanbul.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 3215+ hotels available in Istanbul.

Rapperswil to Istanbul - 11 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

There are 11 ways to get from Rapperswil to Istanbul by train, plane, bus, night train, 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 Zurich Airport, fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
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1. Take the train from Rapperswil SG to Zürich HB
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)ZRH - SAW
6h 59m
₺3,319–17,451
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Rapperswil SG to Zürich HBS15 / ...
2. Take the bus from Zürich to Beograd, Autobuska stanica
3. Take the bus from Beograd, Autobuska stanica to İstanbul Esenler
27h 21m
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Rapperswil SG to St. GallenS4 / ...
2. Take the train from St. Gallen(Ch) to Wien MeidlingRjx
3. Take the train from Wien Meidling to Bucuresti Nord347
4. Take the night train from Bucharest to Halkali
38h 42m
Drive 2,067.9 km
1. Drive from Rapperswil to Istanbul2,067.9 km
20h 42m
₺17,695–25,559
Train to Zurich Airport, fly to Istanbul, bus
1. Take the train from Rapperswil SG to Zürich HB
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Istanbul (IST)ZRH - IST
3. Take the bus from Istanbul Airport Bus to Istanbul Otogari
7h 31m
₺5,536–14,650
Train, train to Basel, fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
1. Take the train from Rapperswil SG to Zürich HB
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBB
3. Fly from Basel (BSL) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)BSL - SAW
9h 4m
₺3,669–14,871
Train, train to Basel, fly to Istanbul, bus
1. Take the train from Rapperswil SG to Zürich HB
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBB
3. Fly from Basel (BSL) to Istanbul (IST)BSL - IST
4. Take the bus from Istanbul Airport Bus to Istanbul Otogari
9h 35m
₺5,886–18,070
Train, bus via Istanbul Hotel Montenegro
1. Take the train from Rapperswil SG to Zürich HBS15 / ...
2. Take the bus from Zürich to Beograd, Autobuska stanica
3. Take the bus from Belgrade New Bus Station to Istanbul Hotel Montenegro
32h 11m
Train, bus via Sofia
1. Take the train from Rapperswil SG to Zürich HBS15 / ...
2. Take the bus from Zurich Limmatstrasse to Sofia Serdica Bus Stop
3. Take the bus from Sofia to İstanbul Esenler bus station
34h 6m
₺4,796–7,310
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Rapperswil to Villach Hbf/Bbf
2. Take the car train from Villach Hbf/Bbf to Edirne
3. Drive from Edirne to Istanbul
40h 22m
₺15,396–62,905
Train, bus via Sofia #2
1. Take the train from Rapperswil SG to St. Margrethen SGS4
2. Take the bus from St. Margarethen to Sofia
3. Take the train from Sofia to Halkalı
42h

Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) flights

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2h 51mAverage Duration

₺2,242Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,891 km
Duration: 6h 59m

What companies run services between Rapperswil, Canton of St. Gallen, Switzerland and Istanbul, Turkey?

There is no direct connection from Rapperswil to Istanbul. However, you can take the train to Zürich HB, take the train to Zürich Flughafen, walk to Zurich Airport (ZRH) airport, fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW), walk to Sabiha Gokcen Airport, take the train to Ayrılık Çeşmesi, then take the train to Yenikapi. Alternatively, you can take a train from Rapperswil SG to İstanbul Esenler via Zürich HB, Zürich, and Beograd, Autobuska stanica in around 27h 21m.

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