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

The cheapest way to get from Vienna to Istanbul is to bus via Belgrade which costs 3.400 ₺ - 3.800 ₺ and takes 19h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vienna to Istanbul is to fly which takes 5h 46m and costs 4.500 ₺ - 13.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Vienna and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct bus from Vienna to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Vienna and arriving at İstanbul Esenler via Beograd, Autobuska stanica. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Vienna and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct train from Vienna to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Wien Hbf and arriving at Yenikapi via Bucharest and Halkali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 16m.

How far is it from Vienna to Istanbul?

The distance between Vienna and Istanbul is 1347 km. The road distance is 1500.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Vienna to Istanbul without a car is to bus via Belgrade which takes 19h 45m and costs 3.400 ₺ - 3.800 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 5h 54m to get from Vienna to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vienna to Istanbul bus from?

Vienna to Istanbul bus services, operated by Lukić Tours, depart from Vienna station.

Where do I catch the Vienna to Istanbul train from?

Vienna to Istanbul train services, operated by ÖBB, depart from Wien Hbf station.

Bus or fly from Vienna to Istanbul?

The best way to get from Vienna to Istanbul is to bus via Belgrade which takes 19h 45m and costs 3.400 ₺ - 3.800 ₺. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs 4.500 ₺ - 13.000 ₺ and takes 5h 46m.

Where does the Vienna to Istanbul bus arrive?

Vienna to Istanbul bus services, operated by Lukić Tours, arrive at Beograd, Autobuska stanica station.

What is the time difference between Vienna and Istanbul?

Istanbul is 2h ahead of Vienna. It is currently 12:39 PM in Vienna and 2:39 PM in Istanbul.

Where does the Vienna to Istanbul train arrive?

Vienna to Istanbul train services, operated by ÖBB, arrive at Bucuresti Nord station.

Can I drive from Vienna to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Vienna to Istanbul is 1500 km. It takes approximately 15h 21m to drive from Vienna to Istanbul.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 4189+ hotels available in Istanbul.

Vienna to Istanbul - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, Metro, and bus

There are 8 ways to get from Vienna to Istanbul by plane, train, bus, 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.

Fly Vienna International Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, Metro
best
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)plane VIE - SAW
2. Take the train from Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Ayrılık Çeşmesitrain
5h 54m
Bus via Belgrade
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Vienna to Beograd, Autobuska stanicabus
2. Take the bus from Beograd, Autobuska stanica to İstanbul Esenlerbus
19h 45m
₺3,398–3,782
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Bucuresti Nordtrain 347
2. Take the night train from Bucharest to Halkalinighttrain Bosphor Express
28h 16m
₺12,317–22,144
Drive 1,500.3 km
1. Drive from Vienna to Istanbulcar 1,500.3 km
15h 21m
₺12,514–18,076
Fly Vienna International Airport to Istanbul
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Istanbul (IST)plane VIE - IST
5h 46m
₺4,498–12,282
Train to Bratislava Airport, fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
1. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Bratislava Hlavna Stanicatrain
2. Fly from Bratislava Airport (BTS) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)plane BTS - SAW
6h 54m
₺7,713–18,297
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Budapest-Kelenfoeldtrain Ec
2. Take the train from Koebanya-Kispest to Szegedtrain Ic
3. Take the train from Szeged to Suboticatrain Re
4. Take the train from Subotica to Novi Beogradtrain Ir / ...
5. Take the bus from Beograd, Autobuska stanica to İstanbul Esenlerbus
21h 48m
₺3,605–8,073
Bus
1. Take the bus from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) to Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivybus 901 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy to Shumenbus
3. Take the bus from Shumen to Istanbul Otogaribus
28h 31m
₺4,444–8,904

Vienna to Istanbul by bus

2Weekly Buses

19h 45mAverage Duration

₺3,398Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,346.8 km
Duration: 5h 54m

What companies run services between Vienna, Austria and Istanbul, Turkey?

You can take a bus from Vienna to İstanbul Esenler via Beograd, Autobuska stanica in around 19h 45m. Alternatively, Turkish Airlines and Air Serbia fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Istanbul (IST) every 4 hours.

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