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

The cheapest way to get from Winterthur to Istanbul is to fly which costs 2.100 ₺ - 15.000 ₺ and takes 6h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Winterthur to Istanbul is to fly which takes 6h 23m and costs 4.500 ₺ - 14.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Winterthur and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct bus from Winterthur to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Winterthur and arriving at Istanbul via Munich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 31h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Winterthur and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct train from Winterthur to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Winterthur and arriving at Yenikapi via Wien Hbf, Bucharest and Halkali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 37h 57m.

How far is it from Winterthur to Istanbul?

The distance between Winterthur and Istanbul is 1802 km. The road distance is 2086.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Winterthur to Istanbul without a car is to bus which takes 31h 25m and costs 5.000 ₺ - 8.000 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 6h 23m to get from Winterthur to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Winterthur to Istanbul bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Winterthur to Istanbul train from?

Winterthur to Istanbul train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Winterthur station.

Bus or fly from Winterthur to Istanbul?

The best way to get from Winterthur to Istanbul is to fly which takes 6h 23m and costs 4.500 ₺ - 14.000 ₺. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 5.000 ₺ - 8.000 ₺ and takes 31h 25m.

Where does the Winterthur to Istanbul bus arrive?

Winterthur to Istanbul bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Munich central bus station.

What is the time difference between Winterthur and Istanbul?

Istanbul is 2h ahead of Winterthur. It is currently 4:40 PM in Winterthur and 6:40 PM in Istanbul.

Where does the Winterthur to Istanbul train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Winterthur to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Winterthur to Istanbul is 2087 km. It takes approximately 20h 46m to drive from Winterthur to Istanbul.

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

Book your Winterthur to Istanbul bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 4198+ hotels available in Istanbul.

Winterthur to Istanbul - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus

There are 9 ways to get from Winterthur 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 23m
₺4,508–13,892
Fly Zurich Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)plane ZRH - SAW
6h 30m
₺2,121–14,913
Bus
1. Take the bus from Winterthur to Munich central bus stationbus 141
2. Take the bus from Munich to Istanbulbus
31h 25m
₺5,149–7,614
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Winterthur to Wien Hbftrain Rjx
2. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Bucuresti Nordtrain 347
3. Take the night train from Bucharest to Halkalinighttrain
37h 57m
₺16,355–24,691
Drive 2,086.8 km
1. Drive from Winterthur to Istanbulcar 2,086.8 km
20h 46m
₺18,344–26,496
Train to Basel, fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBBtrain
2. Fly from Basel (BSL) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)plane BSL - SAW
8h 35m
₺3,084–18,273
Train to Basel, fly to Istanbul
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBBtrain
2. Fly from Basel (BSL) to Istanbul (IST)plane BSL - IST
8h 27m
₺5,371–20,252
Bus via Sofia
1. Take the bus from Zurich Limmatstrasse to Sofia Serdica Bus Stopbus Union Ivkoni - Unibus 3636
2. Take the bus from Sofia Serdica Bus Station to Istanbul Büyük Otogaribus Citylines 40 / ...
34h 1m
₺5,081–7,802
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Winterthur to Villach Hbf/Bbfcar
2. Take the car train from Villach Hbf/Bbf to Edirnecartrain
3. Drive from Edirne to Istanbulcar
40h 22m
₺15,781–63,416

Winterthur to Istanbul by bus

2Weekly Buses

31h 25mAverage Duration

₺5,149Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Winterthur to Istanbul.

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Distance: 1,801.8 km
Duration: 6h 23m

What companies run services between Winterthur, 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 bus from Winterthur to Istanbul via Munich in around 31h 25m.

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