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How to Travel from

Helsinki to Istanbul

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Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Helsinki, Harbour Terminal 2 to Siauliai,
Ave. Duration:
9h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$53.16–$75.95
Bus from Helsinki, Harbour Terminal 2 to Kaunas,
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$63.29–$94.93
Bus from Helsinki, Bus Station to Siauliai,
Ave. Duration:
11h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$54.43–$75.95
Bus from Helsinki, Bus Station to Tallinn,
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$15.19–$21.52

Express Busline

Phone:
+373 789 18 888
Website:
busline.md/en/
Bus from Tallinn to Chisinau,
Ave. Duration:
47h
Frequency:
Twice a week

Ecolines (Autolux)

Phone:
+380 44 594 9010
Website:
ecolines.net/ua/ru
Bus from Marijampolė to Khmelnytskyi
Ave. Duration:
23h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.19–$101.26

Latlines

Phone:
+371 672 100 66
Website:
latlines.lv/
Bus from Siauliai Bus Station to Dvirtsevyi
Ave. Duration:
15h 35m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$96.43

Chisinau Bus Station

Phone:
+373 22 542-185
Website:
autogara.md/
Bus from Chişinău Centru to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
17h 10m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$54.43–$88.60

Luks Istanbul

Phone:
+90544 210 2535
Website:
luksistanbul.com/
Bus from Khmelnytskyi Bus Station 2 to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
24h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$75.95–$107.59

Kautra

Phone:
(+370 37) 34 24 40
Website:
kautra.lt/en/
Bus from Šiaulių autobusų stotis to Marijampolės
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.52–$26.58

Gunsel

Phone:
+380 (93) 320-44-44
Website:
gunsel.ua/
Bus from Dvirtsevyi Bus Station to İstanbul
Ave. Duration:
24h 5m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$94.93–$126.58

Train operators

ÖBB

Phone:
05 17 17
Website:
oebb.at/de/
Train from Wien Hbf to Bucuresti
Ave. Duration:
18h 44m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$253.16–$354.42

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)

Phone:
+35929311111
Website:
bdz.bg/en
Train from Bucharest to Halkali
Ave. Duration:
14h 44m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.72–$32.59

PKP Intercity

Phone:
703 200 200
Website:
intercity.pl
Train from Warszawa Wschodnia to Wien
Ave. Duration:
7h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$21.52–$34.18

UAB LTG Link

Phone:
+370 700 55 111
Website:
ltglink.lt/
Train from Kaunas to Warszawa
Ave. Duration:
7h 18m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$25.32–$37.97

Airlines

Pegasus Airlines

Website:
flypgs.com/
Plane from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Sabiha
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$139.24–$696.18

Turkish Airlines

Website:
turkishairlines.com/
Plane from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
3h 52m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$303.79–$822.76
Plane from Ülemiste Airport to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$316.44–$759.47

Air Baltic

Website:
airbaltic.com/
Plane from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
6h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$240.50–$822.76
Plane from Tampere–Pirkkala Airport to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$151.89–$493.65
Plane from Ülemiste Airport to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
5h 20m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$303.79–$822.76

Finnair

Website:
finnair.com/
Plane from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
3h 52m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$303.79–$822.76
Plane from Ülemiste Airport to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
5h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$316.44–$759.47

LOT

Website:
lot.com/
Plane from Ülemiste Airport to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
6h 43m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$253.16–$759.47

Other operators

Tallink

Phone:
+49 (0)40 547 541 222
Website:
en.tallink.com/book-a-cruise
Other from Helsinki Terminal 2 to Tallinn
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$45.69

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Helsinki to Istanbul is to fly which costs $119.57 - $423.91 and takes 7h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Helsinki to Istanbul is to fly which takes 7h 18m and costs $163.04 - $282.61 .

Is there a direct bus between Helsinki and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct bus from Helsinki to Istanbul station. However, there are services departing from Helsinki, Harbour Terminal 2 and arriving at İstanbul Esenler bus station via Siauliai Bus Station and Dvirtsevyi Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 3h.

Is there a direct flight between Helsinki and Istanbul?

Yes, there are direct flights between Helsinki and Istanbul; these take 3h 50m and cost $163.04 - $271.74 .

How far is it from Helsinki to Istanbul?

The distance between Helsinki and Istanbul is 2200 km.

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

The best way to get from Helsinki to Istanbul without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 3h and costs $206.52 - $260.87 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 18m to get from Helsinki to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Helsinki to Istanbul bus from?

Helsinki to Istanbul bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Helsinki, Harbour Terminal 2 station.

Bus or fly from Helsinki to Istanbul?

The best way to get from Helsinki to Istanbul is to fly which takes 7h 18m and costs $163.04 - $282.61 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $206.52 - $260.87 and takes 2 days 3h.

Where does the Helsinki to Istanbul bus arrive?

Helsinki to Istanbul bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Siauliai, Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Helsinki and Istanbul?

Istanbul is 1h ahead of Helsinki. It is currently 19:27 in Helsinki and 20:27 in 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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