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Istanbul to Central Greece

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1002 km.
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Nine ways to Travel from Istanbul to Central Greece

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Cheapest
By car (1 002 km)
10 h 37 min
1002 km.
from $55
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Train, Plane (Metro to Istanbul)
7 h 48 min
577 km.
from $212.70
Bus, Train (Bus)
16 h 14 min
577 km.
from $61.91
Bus, Train (Night bus)
15 h 52 min
577 km.
from $62.08
Train, Plane (Train to Sabiha Gökçen International Airport)
8 h 3 min
577 km.
from $181.26
Bus, Plane
10 h 10 min
577 km.
from $230.09
Bus
17 h
578 km.
from $96.83
Bus, Train (Bus)
18 h 28 min
577 km.
from $112.32

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
Plane from Istanbul to International
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.86–$522.28

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
Plane from Istanbul to International
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.86–$522.28

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 Athens to Thiva
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$4.46–$11.20
Train from Thessaloniki to Oinoi
Ave. Duration:
4h 5m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$11.20–$30.57
Train from Thessaloniki to Thiva
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$11.20–$28.02
Train from Athens to Chalkida
Ave. Duration:
1h 19m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$4.08–$11.20

Turkish Railways (TCDD)

Phone:
+90 444 8 233
Email:
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
Email:
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
Email:
Website:
alparturizm.com.tr/en/
Bus from Istanbul to Thessaloniki
Ave. Duration:
11h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$26.75–$42.04

Crazy Holidays

Phone:
+30 2310241545
Email:
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

KTEL Evias

Phone:
+30 2221 0 20400
Email:
Website:
ktelevias.gr/
Bus from Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station to Chalcis
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$40.76–$49.68

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Central Greece is to bus and train via Thessaloníki which costs $41.30 - $81.52 and takes 16h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Central Greece is to Metro and fly and train which takes 7h 48m and costs $86.96 - $347.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Central Greece?

No, there is no direct bus from Istanbul to Central Greece. However, there are services departing from Istanbul and arriving at Chalcis via Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h.

How far is it from Istanbul to Central Greece?

The distance between Istanbul and Central Greece is 723 km. The road distance is 1041.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Istanbul to Central Greece without a car is to bus and train via Thessaloníki which takes 16h 14m and costs $41.30 - $81.52 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 48m to get from Istanbul to Central Greece, including transfers.

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

Istanbul to Central Greece bus services, operated by Alpar Turizm, depart from Istanbul station.

Where does the Istanbul to Central Greece bus arrive?

Istanbul to Central Greece bus services, operated by Alpar Turizm, arrive at Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Istanbul and Central Greece?

Central Greece is 1h behind Istanbul. It is currently 12:24 in Istanbul and 11:24 in Central Greece.

Can I drive from Istanbul to Central Greece?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Central Greece is 1041 km. It takes approximately 11h 5m to drive from Istanbul to Central Greece.

Where can I stay near Central Greece?

There are 37+ hotels available in Central Greece. Prices start at $31.80 per night.
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