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

The cheapest way to get from Slovakia to Istanbul is to train and bus which costs 3.400 ₺ - 5.500 ₺ and takes 21h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Slovakia to Istanbul is to bus and fly which takes 6h 18m and costs 3.300 ₺ - 14.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Slovakia and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct bus from Slovakia to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy and arriving at İstanbul Esenler via Beograd, Autobuska stanica. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Slovakia and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct train from Slovakia to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Bratislava Hlavna Stanica and arriving at Yenikapi via Wien Hbf, Wien Meidling, Bucharest and Halkali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 30h 40m.

How far is it from Slovakia to Istanbul?

The distance between Slovakia and Istanbul is 1386 km. The road distance is 1458.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Slovakia to Istanbul without a car is to bus via Belgrade which takes 21h 30m and costs 3.400 ₺ - 6.500 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 6h 18m to get from Slovakia to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Slovakia to Istanbul bus from?

Slovakia to Istanbul bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy station.

Where do I catch the Slovakia to Istanbul train from?

Slovakia to Istanbul train services, operated by Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK), depart from Bratislava Hlavna Stanica station.

Where does the Slovakia to Istanbul bus arrive?

Slovakia to Istanbul bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Belgrade bus station.

What is the time difference between Slovakia and Istanbul?

Istanbul is 2h ahead of Slovakia. It is currently 5:29 AM in Slovakia and 7:29 AM in Istanbul.

Where does the Slovakia to Istanbul train arrive?

Slovakia to Istanbul train services, operated by Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK), arrive at Wien Hbf station.

Can I drive from Slovakia to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Slovakia to Istanbul is 1458 km. It takes approximately 14h 47m to drive from Slovakia to Istanbul.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 4551+ hotels available in Istanbul.

Slovakia to Istanbul - 12 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and night train

There are 12 ways to get from Slovakia to Istanbul by bus, plane, train, night train, 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 Vienna International Airport, fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
best
1. Take the bus from Bratislava to Vienna International Airport
2. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)VIE - SAW
6h 18m
₺3,341–13,828
Train to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, fly to Istanbul, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Bratislava Hlavna Stanica to Budapest-Nyugati
2. Fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Istanbul (IST)BUD - IST
3. Take the bus from Istanbul Airport Bus to Istanbul Otogari
9h 1m
₺3,317–11,631
Bus via Belgrade
1. Take the bus from Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy to Belgrade bus stationN1908
2. Take the bus from Beograd, Autobuska stanica to İstanbul Esenler
21h 30m
₺3,464–6,392
Train, night train via Vienna
1. Take the train from Bratislava Hlavna Stanica to Wien Hbf42 / ...
2. Take the train from Wien Meidling to Bucuresti Nord347
3. Take the night train from Bucharest to Halkali
30h 40m
₺11,096–18,895
Drive 1,458.1 km
1. Drive from Bratislava to Istanbul1,458.1 km
14h 47m
₺10,846–15,667
Bus to Vienna International Airport, fly to Istanbul, bus
1. Take the bus from Bratislava to Vienna International Airport
2. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Istanbul (IST)VIE - IST
3. Take the bus from Istanbul Airport Bus to Istanbul Otogari
6h 51m
₺4,658–10,027
Fly Bratislava Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, Metro
1. Fly from Bratislava Airport (BTS) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)BTS - SAW
2. Take the train from Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Ayrılık Çeşmesi
5h 48m
Bus to John Paul Ii International Airport Kraków–Balice, fly to Istanbul, bus
1. Take the bus from Žilina to Krakow, Krakow-Balice Airport
2. Fly from John Paul Ii International Airport Kraków–Balice (KRK) to Istanbul (IST)KRK - IST
3. Take the bus from Istanbul Airport Bus to Istanbul Otogari
9h 21m
₺4,812–13,138
Train to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
1. Take the train from Bratislava Hlavna Stanica to Budapest-Nyugati
2. Fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)BUD - SAW
8h 28m
₺4,500–16,432
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bratislava Hlavna Stanica to Budapest-NyugatiEc
2. Take the train from Budapest-Nyugati to SzegedIc / ...
3. Take the train from Szeged to SuboticaRe
4. Take the train from Subotica to Novi BeogradIr / ...
5. Take the bus from Beograd, Autobuska stanica to İstanbul Esenler
21h 39m
₺3,412–5,121
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy to Shumen
2. Take the bus from Shumen Kaliakra Bus Stop to Istanbul Büyük OtogariCitylines 55 / ...
25h 15m
₺4,559–7,348
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Hegyeshalom to Videle347
2. Take the night train from Videle to HalkaliBosphor Express
33h 8m
₺10,063–14,917

Slovakia to Istanbul by bus

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21h 30mAverage Duration

₺3,464Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,385.5 km
Duration: 6h 18m

What companies run services between Slovakia and Istanbul, Turkey?

You can take a bus from Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy to İstanbul Esenler via Belgrade bus station and Beograd, Autobuska stanica in around 21h 30m.

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