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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Split and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct bus from Split 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 to Istanbul?

The distance between Split and Istanbul is 1117 km. The road distance is 1340.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Split to Istanbul without a car is to bus via Ploče which takes 24h 53m and costs 2.000 ₺ - 7.500 ₺.

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

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

Where do I catch the Split to Istanbul bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Split to Istanbul?

The best way to get from Split to Istanbul is to bus via Ploče which takes 24h 53m and costs 2.000 ₺ - 7.500 ₺. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs 8.000 ₺ - 16.000 ₺ and takes 8h 8m.

Where does the Split to Istanbul bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Split and Istanbul?

Istanbul is 1h ahead of Split. It is currently 4:00 AM in Split and 5:00 AM in Istanbul.

Can I drive from Split to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Split to Istanbul is 1340 km. It takes approximately 16h 13m to drive from Split to Istanbul.

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

Book your Split to Istanbul bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 4389+ hotels available in Istanbul.

Split to Istanbul - 8 ways to travel via plane, Metro, bus, car, and shuttle

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There are 8 ways to get from Split 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
₺7,078–15,339
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
₺1,999–7,084
Drive 1,340.4 km
1. Drive from Split to Istanbulcar 1,340.4 km
16h 13m
₺10,575–15,275
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
₺8,227–15,646
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
₺5,478–6,178
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
₺4,562–5,067
Bus #3
1. Take the bus from Split, Autobusni Kolodvor to Tetovobus
2. Take the bus from Tetovo to Istanbulbus
31h
₺4,004–6,440

Split to Istanbul by bus

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26h 55mAverage Duration

₺5,478Cheapest Price

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

What companies run services between Split, 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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