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Istanbul to Central Athens

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Istanbul, Turkey → Central Athens, Greece

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Istanbul to Central Athens

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Transport providers

Airlines

Aegean Airlines

Website:
en.aegeanair.com/
Plane from Istanbul to Athens
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$89.17–$636.93
Plane from Alexandroupoli Airport Dimokritos to Athens
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$48.41–$140.12

Pegasus Airlines

Website:
flypgs.com/
Plane from Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Athens
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$52.23–$242.03

Turkish Airlines

Website:
turkishairlines.com/
Plane from Istanbul to Athens
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$89.17–$636.93

Sky Express

Website:
skyexpress.gr/
Plane from Istanbul to Athens
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.69–$267.51
Plane from Alexandroupoli Airport Dimokritos to Athens
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$35.67–$121.02

Train operators

Hellenic Train

Phone:
14511
Website:
hellenictrain.gr/en
Train from Thessaloniki to Athens
Ave. Duration:
4h 53m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$11.20–$34.39

Turkish Railways (TCDD)

Phone:
+90 444 8 233
Website:
tcdd.gov.tr/
Train from Yenikapi to Ayrilikcesme
Ave. Duration:
14 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.66–$2.42

Istanbul Ulasim

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

Bus operators

Alpar Turizm

Phone:
+90 212 658 18 51
Website:
alparturizm.com.tr/en/
Bus from Istanbul to Komotini
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.29–$22.93

Crazy Holidays

Phone:
+30 2310241545
Website:
crazyholidays.gr/root.en.aspx
Bus from Istanbul to Athens
Ave. Duration:
16h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$95.54–$140.12

Arda Tur

Phone:
0700 20 544
Website:
ardatur.bg
Bus from Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Thessaloniki
Ave. Duration:
9h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$36.94–$53.50
Bus from Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Alexandroupoli
Ave. Duration:
5h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.83–$26.75

Metro Turizm

Phone:
0850 222 34 55
Website:
metroturizm.com.tr/en
Bus from Istanbul to Komotini
Ave. Duration:
7h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$12.74–$19.11

KTEL Rodopis

Phone:
+30 25310 22912
Website:
ktelrodopis.gr/
Bus from Komotini to Athens,
Ave. Duration:
10h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$93.22

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Central Athens?

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Central Athens is to bus and train which costs $42.39 - $76.09 and takes 15h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Istanbul to Central Athens?

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Central Athens is to Metro and fly which takes 5h 13m and costs $81.52 - $336.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Central Athens?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Istanbul and arriving at Athens. Services depart once a week, and operate Thursday. The journey takes approximately 16h.

How far is it from Istanbul to Central Athens?

The distance between Istanbul and Central Athens is 627 km. The road distance is 1088.2 km.

How do I travel from Istanbul to Central Athens without a car?

The best way to get from Istanbul to Central Athens without a car is to bus and train which takes 15h 51m and costs $42.39 - $76.09 .

How long does it take to get from Istanbul to Central Athens?

It takes approximately 5h 13m to get from Istanbul to Central Athens, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Central Athens bus from?

Istanbul to Central Athens bus services, operated by Crazy Holidays, depart from Istanbul station.

Where does the Istanbul to Central Athens bus arrive?

Istanbul to Central Athens bus services, operated by Crazy Holidays, arrive at Athens station.

Can I drive from Istanbul to Central Athens?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Central Athens is 1088 km. It takes approximately 11h 33m to drive from Istanbul to Central Athens.

Where can I stay near Central Athens?

There are 11841+ hotels available in Central Athens. Prices start at $47.72 per night.
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