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

The cheapest way to get from Vienna to Istanbul is to fly which costs 2.800 ₺ - 11.000 ₺ and takes 5h 55m.

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 17m and costs 5.000 ₺ - 14.000 ₺.

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 29h 30m.

How far is it from Vienna to Istanbul?

The distance between Vienna and Istanbul is 1283 km. The road distance is 1500.5 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 3.900 ₺ - 5.500 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 5h 17m 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 Citylines, depart from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz.

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 fly which takes 5h 17m and costs 5.000 ₺ - 14.000 ₺. Alternatively, you can bus via Belgrade, which costs 3.900 ₺ - 5.500 ₺ and takes 19h 45m.

Where does the Vienna to Istanbul bus arrive?

Vienna to Istanbul bus services, operated by Citylines, arrive at Burgas Bus Station South.

What is the time difference between Vienna and Istanbul?

Istanbul is 2h ahead of Vienna. It is currently 10:18 PM in Vienna and 12:18 AM 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 1501 km. It takes approximately 15h 15m to drive from Vienna to Istanbul.

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

Book your Vienna to Istanbul bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 4526+ hotels available in Istanbul.

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

There are 9 ways to get from Vienna to Istanbul by plane, bus, 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.

Fly Vienna International Airport to Istanbul
best
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Istanbul (IST)VIE - IST
5h 17m
₺5,394–13,716
Fly Vienna International Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)VIE - SAW
5h 55m
₺2,807–10,237
Bus via Belgrade
1. Take the bus from Vienna to Beograd, Autobuska stanica
2. Take the bus from Beograd, Autobuska stanica to İstanbul Esenler
19h 45m
₺3,901–5,152
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Bucuresti Nord347
2. Take the night train from Bucharest to HalkaliBosphor Express
29h 30m
₺10,835–15,139
Drive 1,500.5 km
1. Drive from Vienna to Istanbul1,500.5 km
15h 15m
₺11,954–17,267
Train to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, fly to Istanbul
1. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Budapest-Kelenfoeld
2. Fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Istanbul (IST)BUD - IST
7h 48m
₺3,979–15,594
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Budapest-KelenfoeldEc
2. Take the train from Koebanya-Kispest to SzegedIc / ...
3. Take the train from Szeged to SuboticaRe
4. Take the train from Subotica to Novi BeogradIr / ...
5. Take the bus from Beograd, Autobuska stanica to İstanbul Esenler
21h 11m
₺3,369–6,254
Bus
1. Take the bus from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz to Burgas Bus Station SouthCitylines 28 / ...
2. Take the bus from Burgas Bus Station South to Istanbul Büyük OtogariCitylines 49 / ...
28h 30m
₺4,619–6,603
Train, night train via Videle
1. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Videle347
2. Take the night train from Videle to HalkaliBosphor Express
31h 1m
₺10,060–14,056

Vienna to Istanbul by bus

2Weekly Buses

19h 45mAverage Duration

₺3,901Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,282.7 km
Duration: 5h 17m

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

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

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