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

The cheapest way to get from Zadar to Istanbul is to bus which costs 2.100 ₺ - 2.300 ₺ and takes 22h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zadar to Istanbul is to bus and fly which takes 8h 14m and costs 5.500 ₺ - 16.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Zadar and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct bus from Zadar station to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Zadar bus station and arriving at İstanbul Esenler via Zagreb and Beograd, Autobuska stanica. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 15m.

How far is it from Zadar to Istanbul?

The distance between Zadar and Istanbul is 1197 km. The road distance is 1513.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Zadar to Istanbul without a car is to bus via Zagreb which takes 21h 15m and costs 3.200 ₺ - 6.500 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 9h 23m to get from Zadar to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zadar to Istanbul bus from?

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

Where does the Zadar to Istanbul bus arrive?

Zadar to Istanbul bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Zagreb station.

What is the time difference between Zadar and Istanbul?

Istanbul is 2h ahead of Zadar. It is currently 7:10 PM in Zadar and 9:10 PM in Istanbul.

Can I drive from Zadar to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Zadar to Istanbul is 1514 km. It takes approximately 15h 43m to drive from Zadar to Istanbul.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 4392+ hotels available in Istanbul.

Zadar to Istanbul - 7 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Zadar to Istanbul by plane, bus, 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 from Zadar Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Zadar Airport (ZAD) to Istanbul (IST)ZAD - IST
2. Take the bus from Istanbul Airport Bus to Istanbul Otogari
9h 23m
₺8,241–16,532
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor to Beograd, Autobuska stanicaArriva
2. Take the bus from Beograd, Autobuska stanica to İstanbul Esenler
22h 25m
₺2,177–2,292
Bus via Zagreb
1. Take the bus from Zadar bus station to Zagreb952 / ...
2. Take the bus from Zagreb to Belgrade bus station
3. Take the bus from Beograd, Autobuska stanica to İstanbul Esenler
21h 15m
₺3,239–6,295
Drive 1,513.7 km
1. Drive from Zadar to Istanbul1,513.7 km
15h 43m
₺10,609–15,325
Bus to Split Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the bus from Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor to Trogir, Autobusni Kolodvor
2. Fly from Split Airport (SPU) to Istanbul (IST)SPU - IST
3. Take the bus from Istanbul Airport Bus to Istanbul Otogari
8h 14m
₺5,881–15,237
Bus to Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the bus from Zadar bus station to Zagreb
2. Fly from Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport (ZAG) to Istanbul (IST)ZAG - IST
3. Take the bus from Istanbul Airport Bus to Istanbul Otogari
10h 38m
₺4,995–13,585
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor to Pristina
2. Take the bus from Pristina to Esenler Otogar
30h 40m
₺4,538–4,996

Zadar to Istanbul by bus

2Weekly Buses

21h 15mAverage Duration

₺3,239Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Zadar to Istanbul.

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Distance: 1,196.6 km
Duration: 9h 23m

What companies run services between Zadar, Croatia and Istanbul, Turkey?

You can take a bus from Zadar bus station to İstanbul Esenler via Zagreb, Belgrade bus station, and Beograd, Autobuska stanica in around 21h 15m.

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