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Thessaloniki to Istanbul

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6 h 33 min
589 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Thessaloniki to Istanbul

Composite routes from Thessaloniki to Istanbul

Cheapest
6 h 33 min
Car
589 km.
from $32
Other
5 h 8 min
Plane, Train
510 km.
from $276.13

Transport providers

Airlines

Aegean Airlines

Website:
en.aegeanair.com/
Plane from International Airport Thessaloniki Macedonia to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.85–$522.25

Turkish Airlines

Website:
turkishairlines.com/
Plane from International Airport Thessaloniki Macedonia to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.85–$522.25

Bus operators

Simeonidis Tours

Phone:
+30-2310540970
Email:
Website:
simeonidistours.gr/
Bus from Thessaloniki Simeonidis Tours Office to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
9h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$54.77–$82.80
Bus from Thessaloníki to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
9h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$54.77–$89.16

Crazy Holidays

Phone:
+30 2310241545
Email:
Website:
crazyholidays.gr/root.en.aspx
Bus from Thessaloníki to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
10h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$70.06–$95.53

Arda Tur

Phone:
0700 20 544
Website:
ardatur.bg
Bus from Thessaloniki Monastiriou Bus Stop to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
8h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$36.94–$53.50
Bus from Thessaloníki to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
7h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$38.21–$54.77
Bus from Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
8h 1m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$35.67–$50.95

Metro Turizm

Phone:
0850 222 34 55
Email:
Website:
metroturizm.com.tr/en
Bus from Thessaloníki to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
11h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.56–$24.20
Bus from Thessaloniki Simeonidis Tours Office to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
11h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.29–$22.93

Train operators

Istanbul Ulasim

Phone:
+90 850 252 88 00
Email:
Website:
metro.istanbul/
Train from Gayrettepe to Vezneciler
Ave. Duration:
16 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.48

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Thessaloníki to Istanbul (State)?

The cheapest way to get from Thessaloníki to Istanbul (State) is to night bus which costs $32.61 - $45.65 and takes 8h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Thessaloníki to Istanbul (State)?

The fastest way to get from Thessaloníki to Istanbul (State) is to fly and Metro which takes 5h 8m and costs $108.70 - $336.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Thessaloníki and Istanbul (State)?

No, there is no direct bus from Thessaloníki to Istanbul (State). However, there are services departing from Thessaloniki Monastiriou Bus Stop and arriving at İskenderpaşa via Bayrampaşa Devlet Hastanesi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 11m.

How far is it from Thessaloníki to Istanbul (State)?

The distance between Thessaloníki and Istanbul (State) is 551 km. The road distance is 588.6 km.

How do I travel from Thessaloníki to Istanbul (State) without a car?

The best way to get from Thessaloníki to Istanbul (State) without a car is to bus via Bayrampaşa Devlet Hastanesi which takes 9h 11m and costs $31.52 - $45.65 .

How long does it take to get from Thessaloníki to Istanbul (State)?

It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Thessaloníki to Istanbul (State), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thessaloníki to Istanbul (State) bus from?

Thessaloníki to Istanbul (State) bus services, operated by Arda Tur, depart from Thessaloniki Monastiriou Bus Stop station.

Where does the Thessaloníki to Istanbul (State) bus arrive?

Thessaloníki to Istanbul (State) bus services, operated by Arda Tur, arrive at Istanbul Esenler Otogari station.

What is the time difference between Thessaloníki and Istanbul (State)?

Istanbul (State) is 1h ahead of Thessaloníki. It is currently 13:32 in Thessaloníki and 14:32 in Istanbul (State).

Can I drive from Thessaloníki to Istanbul (State)?

Yes, the driving distance between Thessaloníki to Istanbul (State) is 589 km. It takes approximately 6h 42m to drive from Thessaloníki to Istanbul (State).

Where can I stay near Istanbul (State)?

There are 4593+ hotels available in Istanbul (State). Prices start at $22.90 per night.
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