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

The cheapest way to get from Switzerland to Istanbul is to fly which costs 2.300 ₺ - 17.000 ₺ and takes 6h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Switzerland to Istanbul is to fly which takes 6h 17m and costs 4.800 ₺ - 12.000 ₺.

Is there a direct train between Switzerland and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct train from Switzerland to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Zürich Stadelhofen and arriving at Yenikapi via Zuerich Hb, Wien Hbf, Bucharest and Halkali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 38h 11m.

How far is it from Switzerland to Istanbul?

The distance between Switzerland and Istanbul is 1794 km. The road distance is 2095.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Switzerland to Istanbul without a car is to bus which takes 31h 27m and costs 5.500 ₺ - 9.000 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 6h 17m to get from Switzerland to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Switzerland to Istanbul train from?

Switzerland to Istanbul train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Zuerich Hb station.

Bus or fly from Switzerland to Istanbul?

The best way to get from Switzerland to Istanbul is to fly which takes 6h 17m and costs 4.800 ₺ - 12.000 ₺. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 5.500 ₺ - 9.000 ₺ and takes 31h 27m.

What is the time difference between Switzerland and Istanbul?

Istanbul is 2h ahead of Switzerland. It is currently 2:01 PM in Switzerland and 4:01 PM in Istanbul.

Where does the Switzerland to Istanbul train arrive?

Switzerland to Istanbul train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Wien Hbf station.

Can I drive from Switzerland to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Switzerland to Istanbul is 2096 km. It takes approximately 21h 13m to drive from Switzerland to Istanbul.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 4286+ hotels available in Istanbul.

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

There are 11 ways to get from Switzerland to Istanbul by plane, bus, train, 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.

Fly Zurich Airport to Istanbul
best
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Istanbul (IST)plane ZRH - IST
6h 17m
₺4,836–11,123
Fly Basel to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Basel (BSL) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)plane BSL - SAW
6h 31m
₺1,888–14,242
Bus
1. Take the bus from Zurich Bus Station to Munich central bus stationbus FlixBus X06 / ...
2. Take the bus from Munich to Istanbulbus
31h 27m
₺5,670–8,531
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Zuerich Hb to Wien Hbftrain Rjx
2. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Bucuresti Nordtrain 347
3. Take the night train from Bucharest to Halkalinighttrain
38h 11m
₺16,398–25,576
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Zurich to München Ostcar
2. Take the car train from München Ost to Villach Hbf ARZcartrain
3. Drive from Villach Hbf ARZ to Istanbulcar
19h 49m
₺20,508–28,911
Fly Zurich Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)plane ZRH - SAW
6h 25m
₺2,649–15,144
Fly Geneva International Airport to Istanbul
1. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Istanbul (IST)plane GVA - IST
6h 39m
₺5,386–14,842
Fly Basel to Istanbul
1. Fly from Basel (BSL) to Istanbul (IST)plane BSL - IST
6h 23m
₺4,375–14,221
Fly Geneva International Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
1. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)plane GVA - SAW
6h 47m
₺2,299–16,863
Bus via Sofia
1. Take the bus from Zurich to Sofiabus
2. Take the bus from Sofia Serdica Bus Station to Istanbul Büyük Otogaribus Citylines 40 / ...
38h 38m
₺7,216–9,934
Drive 2,095.8 km
1. Drive from Zurich to Istanbulcar 2,095.8 km
21h 13m
₺18,573–26,828

Switzerland to Istanbul by train and bus

2Weekly Services

31h 27mAverage Duration

₺5,670Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Switzerland to Istanbul.

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Distance: 1,793.9 km
Duration: 6h 17m

What companies run services between Switzerland and Istanbul, Turkey?

Turkish Airlines, Air Serbia, and Croatia Airlines fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Istanbul (IST) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Zürich Stadelhofen to Istanbul via Zürich HB, Zurich Bus Station, and Munich in around 31h 27m.

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