What is the cheapest way to get from Roma Termini to Istanbul?

The cheapest way to get from Roma Termini to Istanbul is to bus and night train which costs 4.100 ₺ - 6.000 ₺ and takes 46h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Roma Termini to Istanbul?

The fastest way to get from Roma Termini to Istanbul is to fly and taxi which takes 5h 48m and costs 6.000 ₺ - 18.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Roma Termini and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct bus from Roma Termini to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Roma Termini and arriving at Istanbul via Kumanovo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34h 6m.

How far is it from Roma Termini to Istanbul?

The distance between Roma Termini and Istanbul is 1448 km. The road distance is 2197.6 km.

How do I travel from Roma Termini to Istanbul without a car?

The best way to get from Roma Termini to Istanbul without a car is to train and bus which takes 26h 21m and costs 6.500 ₺ - 11.000 ₺.

How long does it take to get from Roma Termini to Istanbul?

It takes approximately 5h 48m to get from Roma Termini to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Roma Termini to Istanbul bus from?

Roma Termini to Istanbul bus services, operated by Hak Bus, depart from Roma Termini station.

Where does the Roma Termini to Istanbul bus arrive?

Roma Termini to Istanbul bus services, operated by Hak Bus, arrive at Kumanovo station.

What is the time difference between Roma Termini and Istanbul?

Istanbul is 2h ahead of Roma Termini. It is currently 2:09 AM in Roma Termini and 4:09 AM in Istanbul.

Can I drive from Roma Termini to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Roma Termini to Istanbul is 2198 km. It takes approximately 20h 11m to drive from Roma Termini to Istanbul.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 4517+ hotels available in Istanbul.

Roma Termini to Istanbul - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, taxi, bus

There are 8 ways to get from Roma Termini to Istanbul by plane, taxi, train, bus, car, car train, or night train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Fiumicino International Airport to Istanbul, taxi
best
1. Fly from Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) to Istanbul (IST)FCO - IST
2. Take the taxi from Istanbul (IST) to Istanbul
5h 48m
₺6,052–17,403
Fly Fiumicino International Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)FCO - SAW
2. Take the train from Ayrilikcesme to Yenikapi
6h 22m
₺3,765–11,724
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Roma Termini to PadovaFr
2. Take the bus from Padova Autostazione to Beograd, Autobuska stanica
3. Take the bus from Beograd, Autobuska stanica to İstanbul Esenler
26h 21m
₺6,816–10,976
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Roma Termini to Villach Hbf/Bbf
2. Take the car train from Villach Hbf/Bbf to Edirne
3. Drive from Edirne to Istanbul
41h 6m
₺16,980–65,194
Drive 2,197.6 km
1. Drive from Roma Termini to Istanbul2,197.6 km
20h 11m
₺16,790–24,252
Train to Naples Airport, fly to Istanbul, taxi
1. Take the train from Roma Termini to Napoli Centrale
2. Fly from Naples Airport (NAP) to Istanbul (IST)NAP - IST
3. Take the taxi from Istanbul (IST) to Istanbul
6h 18m
₺7,442–20,240
Bus
1. Take the bus from Roma Termini to Kumanovo
2. Take the bus from Kumanovo to Istanbul
34h 6m
₺6,472–7,672
Bus, night train
1. Take the bus from Roma Termini Giolitti to Bucharest
2. Take the night train from Bucharest to HalkaliBosphor Express
46h 43m
₺4,103–5,982

Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) to Istanbul (IST) flights

31Weekly Planes

3h 28mAverage Duration

₺4,973Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,448.1 km
Duration: 5h 48m

What companies run services between Roma Termini, Italy and Istanbul, Turkey?

You can take a bus from Roma Termini to Istanbul via Kumanovo in around 34h 6m.

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