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

The cheapest way to get from Szeged to Istanbul is to bus via Belgrade which costs 2.800 ₺ - 3.200 ₺ and takes 15h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Szeged to Istanbul is to train and fly which takes 7h 37m and costs 4.400 ₺ - 15.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Szeged and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct bus from Szeged to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Szeged and arriving at İstanbul Esenler via Beograd, Autobuska stanica. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Szeged and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct train from Szeged to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Szeged and arriving at Yenikapi via Bekescsaba, Videle and Halkali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27h 50m.

How far is it from Szeged to Istanbul?

The distance between Szeged and Istanbul is 996 km. The road distance is 1151.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Szeged to Istanbul without a car is to bus via Belgrade which takes 15h 25m and costs 2.800 ₺ - 3.200 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 7h 54m to get from Szeged to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Szeged to Istanbul bus from?

Szeged to Istanbul bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Szeged station.

Where do I catch the Szeged to Istanbul train from?

Szeged to Istanbul train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), depart from Szeged station.

Where does the Szeged to Istanbul bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Szeged and Istanbul?

Istanbul is 2h ahead of Szeged. It is currently 1:58 AM in Szeged and 3:58 AM in Istanbul.

Where does the Szeged to Istanbul train arrive?

Szeged to Istanbul train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), arrive at Bekescsaba station.

Can I drive from Szeged to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Szeged to Istanbul is 1152 km. It takes approximately 10h 42m to drive from Szeged to Istanbul.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 4447+ hotels available in Istanbul.

Szeged to Istanbul - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and night train

There are 9 ways to get from Szeged 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 Timișoara Traian Vuia International Airport, fly to Istanbul, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Szeged to Timișoara
2. Fly from Timișoara Traian Vuia International Airport (TSR) to Istanbul (IST)TSR - IST
3. Take the bus from Istanbul Airport Bus to Istanbul Otogari
7h 54m
₺5,671–13,712
Train, train to Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport, fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
cheapest
1. Take the train from Szeged to Subotica
2. Take the train from Subotica to Novi Beograd
3. Fly from Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)BEG - SAW
9h 12m
₺2,611–11,048
Bus via Belgrade
1. Take the bus from Szeged to Belgrade bus stationN1909
2. Take the bus from Beograd, Autobuska stanica to İstanbul Esenler
15h 25m
₺2,852–3,205
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Szeged to BekescsabaRe
2. Take the train from Bekescsaba to Videle347
3. Take the night train from Videle to Halkali
27h 50m
₺6,552–9,799
Drive 1,151.6 km
1. Drive from Szeged to Istanbul1,151.6 km
10h 42m
₺8,543–12,340
Train to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
1. Take the train from Szeged to Ferihegy
2. Fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)BUD - SAW
7h 37m
₺4,484–14,744
Train to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, fly to Istanbul, bus
1. Take the train from Szeged to Ferihegy
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
8h 9m
₺3,001–9,943
Train, train to Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport, fly to Istanbul, bus
1. Take the train from Szeged to Subotica
2. Take the train from Subotica to Novi Beograd
3. Fly from Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG) to Istanbul (IST)BEG - IST
4. Take the bus from Istanbul Airport Bus to Istanbul Otogari
9h 33m
₺4,928–12,247
Bus
1. Take the bus from Szeged to Novi Sad, Autobuska Stanica (Нови Сад, Aутобуска Cтаница)N1909
2. Take the bus from Novi Sad Bulevar Jaše Tomić to Istanbul Hotel MontenegroCitylines 87 / ...
20h 5m
₺3,463–4,708

Szeged to Istanbul by bus

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15h 25mAverage Duration

₺2,852Cheapest Price

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Distance: 996.4 km
Duration: 7h 54m

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You can take a bus from Szeged to İstanbul Esenler via Belgrade bus station and Beograd, Autobuska stanica in around 15h 25m.

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