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Nine ways to Travel from Kalambaka to Istanbul

Composite routes from Kalambaka to Istanbul

Cheapest
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Transport providers

Airlines

Air Albania

Website:
airalbania.com.al/en/
Plane from Rinas International Airport to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.38–$522.25

Aegean Airlines

Website:
en.aegeanair.com/
Plane from Ioannina National Airport to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
6h 52m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.12–$458.56
Plane from International Airport Thessaloniki Macedonia to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.85–$522.25
Plane from Rinas International Airport to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.54–$827.95

Pegasus Airlines

Website:
flypgs.com/
Plane from Rinas International Airport to Sabiha
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.06–$318.44

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

Train operators

Hellenic Train

Phone:
14511
Website:
hellenictrain.gr/en
Train from Paleofarsalos to Thessaloniki
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.19–$15.29
Bus from Kalambaka to Paleofarsalos
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$8.28–$11.46

Bus operators

KTEL Evrou

Phone:
+30 25510 26479
Website:
ktelevrou.gr/
Bus from Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station to Alexandroupoli
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$16.56–$39.49

Simeonidis Tours

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

Arda Tur

Phone:
0700 20 544
Website:
ardatur.bg
Bus from Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
8h 1m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$35.67–$50.95
Bus from Alexandroupoli Evros Bus Station to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.83–$25.48
Bus from Thessaloniki Monastiriou Bus Stop to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
8h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$36.94–$53.50

Liko & Kosta Tours

Phone:
+355 69 661 4303
Website:
likokostatours.weebly.com/
Bus from Kalampáka to Tirana
Ave. Duration:
4h 25m
Frequency:
Twice a week

KTEL Trikala

Phone:
(+30) 24310 73130
Website:
ktel-trikala.gr/en/homepage_en/
Bus from Trikala to Thessaloniki
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$20.38–$28.02
Bus from Kalabaka to Ioannina
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.83–$15.29

Ammon Express

Phone:
+30 2310 500225
Website:
ammonexpress.gr/en/
Bus from Meteora to Thessaloníki
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$64.80

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Kalambaka (Station) to Istanbul?

The cheapest way to get from Kalambaka (Station) to Istanbul is to bus and train which costs $46.74 - $70.65 and takes 14h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kalambaka (Station) to Istanbul?

The fastest way to get from Kalambaka (Station) to Istanbul is to drive which takes 9h 7m and costs $163.04 - $250 .

Is there a direct bus between Kalambaka (Station) and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct bus from Kalambaka (Station) to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Kalampáka and arriving at Istanbul Esenler Otogari via Trikala and Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 21m.

How far is it from Kalambaka (Station) to Istanbul?

The distance between Kalambaka (Station) and Istanbul is 820 km. The road distance is 813.7 km.

How do I travel from Kalambaka (Station) to Istanbul without a car?

The best way to get from Kalambaka (Station) to Istanbul without a car is to bus via Trikala which takes 13h 21m and costs $50 - $76.09 .

How long does it take to get from Kalambaka (Station) to Istanbul?

It takes approximately 13h 21m to get from Kalambaka (Station) to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kalambaka (Station) to Istanbul bus from?

Kalambaka (Station) to Istanbul bus services, operated by KTEL Trikala, depart from Trikala station.

Where does the Kalambaka (Station) to Istanbul bus arrive?

Kalambaka (Station) to Istanbul bus services, operated by KTEL Trikala, arrive at Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Kalambaka (Station) and Istanbul?

Istanbul is 1h ahead of Kalambaka (Station). It is currently 12:11 in Kalambaka (Station) and 13:11 in Istanbul.

Can I drive from Kalambaka (Station) to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Kalambaka (Station) to Istanbul is 814 km. It takes approximately 9h 7m to drive from Kalambaka (Station) 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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