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Marseille to Istanbul

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Transport providers

Train operators

SNCF

Phone:
+33 1 84 94 36 35
Website:
effinity.fr/expertise/affiliation/
Train from Marseille St Charles to Paris
Ave. Duration:
3h 16m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$151.89–$341.76
Train from Marseille St Charles to Cannes
Ave. Duration:
2h 7m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$40.50–$88.60
Train from Marseille St Charles to Lyon-Saint
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$63.29–$139.24

TGV inOui

Phone:
+33 1 84 94 36 35
Website:
sncf-connect.com/en-en
Train from Marseille St Charles to Paris
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$139.24–$240.50
Train from Marseille St Charles to Cannes
Ave. Duration:
1h 59m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$45.57–$88.60

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

Nightjet

Phone:
+43 51717
Website:
nightjet.com/en/#/home
Train from Paris Est to Wien
Ave. Duration:
15h 1m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$82.28–$227.84

OptimaExpress

Phone:
+49 89 54880111
Website:
optimatours.de/index.php
Train from Villach Hbf/Bbf to Edirne
Ave. Duration:
31h 31m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$255.64–$1,270.77

Turkish Railways (TCDD)

Phone:
+90 444 8 233
Website:
tcdd.gov.tr/
Train from Sofia to Halkalı
Ave. Duration:
10h 49m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$6.96–$92.14

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

Bus operators

Union Ivkoni

Phone:
07001 8282
Website:
union-ivkoni.com/
Bus from Marseille Saint Charles Bus Station to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
30h 15m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$75.95–$126.58

Citylines

Phone:
+3590885700870
Website:
citylines.eu/
Bus from Sofia Serdica Bus Station to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
8h 30m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$31.64–$43.04

Alpar Turizm

Phone:
+90 212 658 18 51
Website:
alparturizm.com.tr/en/
Bus from Sofia to İstanbul
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$24.05–$37.97

Yubim

Phone:
02 981 1040
Website:
yubim.eu/
Bus from Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
29h
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$120.25–$177.21

Kamil Koc

Phone:
444 0 562
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Sofia to İstanbul
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$15.19–$21.52

Arda Tur

Phone:
0700 20 544
Website:
ardatur.bg
Bus from Sofia Serdica Bus Station to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
7h 51m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$34.18–$49.37

Airlines

Pegasus Airlines

Website:
flypgs.com/
Plane from Marseille Provence Airport to Sabiha
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$94.93–$253.16
Plane from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport to Sabiha
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$88.60–$303.79
Plane from Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport to Sabiha
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$88.60–$303.79

Turkish Airlines

Website:
turkishairlines.com/
Plane from Marseille Provence Airport to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
3h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$164.55–$696.18
Plane from Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
3h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$164.55–$886.04

Fly Armenia Airways

Website:
fly-armenia.com/en/
Plane from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport to Sabiha
Ave. Duration:
3h 10m
Frequency:
Thursday to Sunday
Estimated price:
$75.95–$417.71

Air Serbia

Website:
airserbia.com/en/welcome
Plane from Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
5h 55m
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$120.25–$392.39

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Marseille to Istanbul is to bus which costs $76.09 - $141.30 and takes 39h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Marseille to Istanbul is to fly which takes 6h 46m and costs $130.43 - $282.61 .

Is there a direct bus between Marseille and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct bus from Marseille to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles and arriving at Istanbul Esenler Otogari via Sofia Serdica Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 37h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Marseille and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct train from Marseille to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Marseille St Charles and arriving at Yenikapi via Paris Gare de Lyon, Paris Est, Wien Hbf, Bucharest and Halkali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 7h.

How far is it from Marseille to Istanbul?

The distance between Marseille and Istanbul is 2009 km. The road distance is 2465 km.

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

The best way to get from Marseille to Istanbul without a car is to bus via Sofia which takes 37h 51m and costs $130.43 - $195.65 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 46m to get from Marseille to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Marseille to Istanbul bus from?

Marseille to Istanbul bus services, operated by Yubim, depart from Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles station.

Where do I catch the Marseille to Istanbul train from?

Marseille to Istanbul train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Marseille St Charles station.

Bus or fly from Marseille to Istanbul?

The best way to get from Marseille to Istanbul is to fly which takes 6h 46m and costs $130.43 - $282.61 . Alternatively, you can bus via Sofia, which costs $130.43 - $195.65 and takes 37h 51m.

Where does the Marseille to Istanbul bus arrive?

Marseille to Istanbul bus services, operated by Yubim, arrive at Sofia station.

What is the time difference between Marseille and Istanbul?

Istanbul is 2h ahead of Marseille. It is currently 05:25 in Marseille and 07:25 in Istanbul.

Where does the Marseille to Istanbul train arrive?

Marseille to Istanbul train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Paris Gare De Lyon station.

Can I drive from Marseille to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Marseille to Istanbul is 2465 km. It takes approximately 23h 14m to drive from Marseille to Istanbul.

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

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Where can I stay near Istanbul?

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