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How to Travel from

Lesbos to Istanbul

by Rideshare, Route or Car

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Transport providers

Airlines

Aegean Airlines

Website:
en.aegeanair.com/
Plane from Mytilene International Airport Odysseas Elytis to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
5h 35m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$114.64–$891.64

Turkish Airlines

Website:
turkishairlines.com/
Plane from Mytilene International Airport Odysseas Elytis to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
5h 38m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$114.64–$891.64

Train operators

Turkish Railways (TCDD)

Phone:
+90 444 8 233
Website:
tcdd.gov.tr/
Train from Gebze to Yenikapi
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.17–$3.06

Bus operators

Kamil Koc

Phone:
444 0 562
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Edremit bus station to İstanbul
Ave. Duration:
7h 25m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.74–$19.11

Pamukkale

Phone:
0 850 333 35 35
Website:
pamukkale.com.tr
Bus from Ayvalık to Edremit
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.11–$8.92
Bus from Ayvalık to Bursa
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.83–$15.29

Metro Turizm

Phone:
0850 222 34 55
Website:
metroturizm.com.tr/en
Bus from Ayvalik to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
8h 2m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$15.29–$21.65
Bus from Ayvalık to Edremit
Ave. Duration:
47 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.28–$12.10
Bus from Bursa to Gebze
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.92–$14.01

Other operators

Makri Travel

Phone:
+30 694 415 6070
Website:
makritravel.com/tr/
Other from Mytilene to Port
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$37.28

Uğur Jale

Phone:
+90 266 331 49 49
Website:
ayvalikmidillibilet.com/
Other from Mytilene to Port
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
4 times a week

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Lesbos to Istanbul is to ferry and bus which costs $65.22 - $81.52 and takes 10h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lesbos to Istanbul is to fly which takes 5h 41m and costs $130.43 - $445.65 .

How far is it from Lesbos to Istanbul?

The distance between Lesbos and Istanbul is 379 km.

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

The best way to get from Lesbos to Istanbul without a car is to ferry and bus which takes 10h 52m and costs $65.22 - $81.52 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 41m to get from Lesbos to Istanbul, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Lesbos and Istanbul?

Istanbul is 1h ahead of Lesbos. It is currently 06:21 in Lesbos and 07:21 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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