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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Vienna to Istanbul

Composite routes from Vienna to Istanbul

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Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Vienna International Airport to Bratislava,
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$9.54–$13.99
Bus from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz to Bratislava,
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$11.45–$16.54

Citylines

Phone:
+3590885700870
Website:
citylines.eu/
Bus from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz to Burgas
Ave. Duration:
23h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$69.96–$101.76
Bus from Burgas Tsaritsa Yoanna to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
6h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$20.35–$27.98
Bus from Novi Sad, Autobuska Stanica (Нови Сад, Aутобуска Cтаница) to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
16h 15m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$54.70–$76.32
Bus from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz to Plovdiv
Ave. Duration:
18h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$59.78–$82.68

Alpar Turizm

Phone:
+90 212 658 18 51
Website:
alparturizm.com.tr/en/
Bus from Plovdiv to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$19.08–$33.07
Bus from Plovdiv Bus Station South to İstanbul
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.81–$31.80

Kamil Koc

Phone:
444 0 562
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Plovdiv Bus Station South to İstanbul
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$13.99–$19.08

Arda Tur

Phone:
0700 20 544
Website:
ardatur.bg
Bus from Burgas Tsaritsa Yoanna to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
6h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$19.08–$29.26

Slovak Lines

Phone:
+421 2 55 422 734
Website:
slovaklines.sk/sk/
Bus from Vienna International Airport to Bratislava,
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$8.90–$10.81
Bus from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz to Bratislava,
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$9.54–$12.08

Metro Turizm

Phone:
0850 222 34 55
Website:
metroturizm.com.tr/en
Bus from Shumen to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
10h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.26–$41.98

Balbuss

Phone:
062 8103637
Website:
facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057679080788
Bus from Novi Sad, Autobuska Stanica (Нови Сад, Aутобуска Cтаница) to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
18h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$63.29

Omega Group

Phone:
+359 878 155 116
Website:
bgrazpisanie.com/en/transport_company/omega+group+84
Bus from Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy to Shumen
Ave. Duration:
15h 45m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$82.68–$152.64

Karat-S

Phone:
+359 2 8120810
Website:
karat-s.com/
Bus from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz to Burgas
Ave. Duration:
23h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$165.36–$254.40
Bus from Novi Sad, Autobuska Stanica (Нови Сад, Aутобуска Cтаница) to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
16h 15m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$61.06–$190.80
Bus from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz to Plovdiv
Ave. Duration:
18h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$139.92–$203.52

Naisturs Inc

Website:
naisturs.com/
Bus from Vienna, International Busterminal to Novi
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$62.06

Air Kona

Phone:
00359 2 971 11 11
Website:
airkona.com/
Bus from Vienna, International Busterminal to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
13h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$75.71

Racic Eurobus

Phone:
+359-887-208-506
Website:
racicbg.com/bg/
Bus from Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy to Plovdiv
Ave. Duration:
17h 31m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$76.32–$101.76

Train operators

Railjet

Phone:
+43 51717
Website:
oebb.at/en/reiseplanung-services/im-zug/unsere-zuege/railjet
Train from Wien Hbf to Budapest-Kelenfoeld
Ave. Duration:
2h 22m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$45.79–$69.96

ÖBB

Phone:
05 17 17
Website:
oebb.at/de/
Train from Wien Hbf to Bucuresti
Ave. Duration:
18h 44m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$254.40–$356.16
Train from Wien Hbf to Budapest-Kelenfoeld
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$54.70–$76.32

ÖBB EuroCity

Phone:
+43 5 1717
Website:
oebb.at/en/reiseplanung-services/im-zug/unsere-zuege/eurocity-intercity
Train from Wien Hbf to Budapest-Kelenfoeld
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$49.61–$69.96

RegioJet

Phone:
+420 222 222 221
Website:
regiojet.com/
Bus from Vienna International Airport to Bratislava,
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$4.71–$7.63
Bus from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz to Bratislava,
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$6.11–$9.54
Train from Wien Hbf to Budapest-Kelenfoeld
Ave. Duration:
2h 31m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$12.08–$41.98

Turkish Railways (TCDD)

Phone:
+90 444 8 233
Website:
tcdd.gov.tr/
Train from Ayrilikcesme to Yenikapi
Ave. Duration:
14 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.65–$2.42
Train from Sofia to Halkalı
Ave. Duration:
10h 49m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.00–$92.59

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)

Phone:
+35929311111
Website:
bdz.bg/en
Train from Bucharest to Halkali
Ave. Duration:
14h 44m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.81–$32.75

Airlines

Pegasus Airlines

Website:
flypgs.com/
Plane from Vienna International Airport to Sabiha
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$89.04–$178.08

Turkish Airlines

Website:
turkishairlines.com/
Plane from Vienna International Airport to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
2h 26m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.12–$419.76
Plane from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
2h 13m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.64–$470.64

Fly Armenia Airways

Website:
fly-armenia.com/en/
Plane from Vienna International Airport to Sabiha
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$54.70–$343.44

Wizz Air

Website:
wizzair.com/
Plane from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$61.06–$356.16

Air Serbia

Website:
airserbia.com/en/welcome
Plane from Vienna International Airport to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
4h 42m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.76–$394.32
Plane from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Friday
Estimated price:
$120.84–$483.36

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Vienna to Istanbul is to fly and train which costs $76.09 - $152.17 and takes 5h 58m.

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 50m and costs $81.52 - $271.74 .

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 Wien Morzinplatz and arriving at Istanbul via Vienna International Airport, Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy and Plovdiv. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25h 57m.

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 Stephansplatz and arriving at Yenikapi via Wien Mitte, Wien Hbf, Bucharest and Halkali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 36h 17m.

Is there a direct flight between Vienna and Istanbul?

Yes, there are direct flights between Vienna and Istanbul; these take 2h 25m and cost $76.09 - $239.13 .

How far is it from Vienna to Istanbul?

The distance between Vienna and Istanbul is 1348 km. The road distance is 1556.3 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 Plovdiv which takes 25h 57m and costs $86.96 - $141.30 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 58m 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 FlixBus, depart from Vienna International Airport 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 Plovdiv which takes 25h 57m and costs $86.96 - $141.30 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $81.52 - $271.74 and takes 5h 50m.

Where does the Vienna to Istanbul bus arrive?

Vienna to Istanbul bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy station.

What is the time difference between Vienna and Istanbul?

Istanbul is 2h ahead of Vienna. It is currently 02:52 in Vienna and 04:52 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 1556 km. It takes approximately 14h 49m to drive from Vienna to Istanbul.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 4660+ hotels available in Istanbul. Prices start at $22.90 per night.
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