What is the cheapest way to get from Split (Station) to Istanbul?

The cheapest way to get from Split (Station) to Istanbul is to bus which costs 4.500 ₺ - 5.500 ₺ and takes 30h.

What is the fastest way to get from Split (Station) to Istanbul?

The fastest way to get from Split (Station) to Istanbul is to fly and Metro which takes 5h 26m and costs 7.000 ₺ - 16.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Split (Station) and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct bus from Split (Station) to Istanbul station. However, there are services departing from Split, Autobusni Kolodvor and arriving at İstanbul Esenler bus station via Ploče and Belgrade bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 53m.

How far is it from Split (Station) to Istanbul?

The distance between Split (Station) and Istanbul is 1117 km. The road distance is 1341.2 km.

How do I travel from Split (Station) to Istanbul without a car?

The best way to get from Split (Station) to Istanbul without a car is to bus via Ploče which takes 24h 53m and costs 1.900 ₺ - 7.500 ₺.

How long does it take to get from Split (Station) to Istanbul?

It takes approximately 5h 26m to get from Split (Station) to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Split (Station) to Istanbul bus from?

Split (Station) to Istanbul bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Split, Autobusni Kolodvor station.

Bus or fly from Split (Station) to Istanbul?

The best way to get from Split (Station) to Istanbul is to bus via Ploče which takes 24h 53m and costs 1.900 ₺ - 7.500 ₺. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs 8.000 ₺ - 16.000 ₺ and takes 8h 8m.

Where does the Split (Station) to Istanbul bus arrive?

Split (Station) to Istanbul bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Ploce station.

What is the time difference between Split (Station) and Istanbul?

Istanbul is 1h ahead of Split (Station). It is currently 11:15 PM in Split (Station) and 12:15 AM in Istanbul.

Can I drive from Split (Station) to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Split (Station) to Istanbul is 1341 km. It takes approximately 16h 14m to drive from Split (Station) to Istanbul.

How do I get a bus ticket from Split (Station) to Istanbul?

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Where can I stay near Istanbul?

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Split (Station) to Istanbul - 8 ways to travel via plane, Metro, bus, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Split (Station) to Istanbul by plane, train, bus, car, or shuttle

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Fly Split Airport to Istanbul, Metro
best
1. Fly from Split Airport (SPU) to Istanbul (IST)plane SPU - IST
2. Take the train from Gayrettepe to Veznecilertrain
5h 26m
₺7,076–15,336
Bus via Ploče
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Split, Autobusni Kolodvor to Plocebus 974 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ploče to Beograd, Autobuska stanicabus
3. Take the bus from Belgrade bus station to İstanbul Esenler bus stationbus
24h 53m
₺1,989–7,066
Drive 1,341.2 km
1. Drive from Split (Station) to Istanbulcar 1,341.2 km
16h 14m
₺10,580–15,282
Fly Split Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
1. Fly from Split Airport (SPU) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)plane SPU - SAW
8h 8m
₺8,226–15,643
Shuttle to Dubrovnik Airport, fly to Istanbul
1. Take a shuttle bus from Split, Autobusni Kolodvor to Dubrovnik, Autobusni kolodvorshuttle
2. Fly from Dubrovnik Airport (DBV) to Istanbul (IST)plane DBV - IST
9h 40m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Split Bus Station to Beograd, Autobuska stanicabus
2. Take the bus from Belgrade bus station to İstanbul Esenler bus stationbus FlixBus N1920
26h 55m
₺5,470–6,170
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Split Bus Station to Prizren,Autobuska Stanicabus
2. Take the bus from Prizren,Autobuska Stanica to Instabulbus
30h
₺4,553–5,057
Bus #3
1. Take the bus from Split, Autobusni Kolodvor to Tetovobus
2. Take the bus from Tetovo to Istanbulbus
31h
₺3,998–6,433

Split (Station) to Istanbul by bus

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26h 55mAverage Duration

₺5,470Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,117.2 km
Duration: 5h 26m

What companies run services between Split (Station), Croatia and Istanbul, Turkey?

You can take a bus from Split, Autobusni Kolodvor to İstanbul Esenler bus station via Ploce, Ploče, Beograd, Autobuska stanica, and Belgrade bus station in around 24h 53m. Alternatively, Croatia Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, and four other airlines fly from Split Airport (SPU) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) every 4 hours.

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