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Istanbul to Alexandria

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Istanbul, Turkey → Alexandria, Romania

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Seven ways to Travel from Istanbul to Alexandria

Composite routes from Istanbul to Alexandria

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Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to București,
Ave. Duration:
10h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$58.60–$82.80

Citylines

Phone:
+3590885700870
Website:
citylines.eu/
Bus from Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Shumen
Ave. Duration:
10h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$28.02–$38.22

Omega Group

Phone:
+359 878 155 116
Website:
bgrazpisanie.com/en/transport_company/omega+group+84
Bus from Shumen to Buchurest
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$17.83–$25.48

Huntur

Phone:
+90 212 658 00 61
Website:
huntur.com.tr/
Bus from Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Shumen
Ave. Duration:
9h 30m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$36.94–$42.04

DLS Bus

Phone:
021.312.65.91
Website:
dlsbus.ro/ro/
Bus from Bucureşti Autogara DLS to Alexandria
Ave. Duration:
1h 54m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.86

Train operators

Romanian Railways (CFR)

Phone:
0219521
Website:
cfrcalatori.ro/
Train from Videle to Roşiori
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.37–$7.64

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)

Phone:
+35929311111
Website:
bdz.bg/en
Train from Halkali to Byala
Ave. Duration:
7h 19m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$12.74–$31.91
Train from Byala to Videle
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$2.29–$3.82
Train from Halkali to Bucharest
Ave. Duration:
14h 44m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.56–$31.91

Astra Trans Carpatic

Phone:
0751.525.520
Website:
astratranscarpatic.ro/
Train from Videle to Roşiori
Ave. Duration:
47 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$4.71–$7.01

Transferoviar Calatori

Phone:
+40 238 434 380
Website:
transferoviarcalatori.ro/ro/
Train from Videle to Roşiori
Ave. Duration:
58 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$1.91–$2.55

S.C. Softrans S.R.L.

Phone:
0351/40.91.53
Website:
softrans.ro/
Train from Videle to Roşiori
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$4.97–$5.35

Airlines

Pegasus Airlines

Website:
flypgs.com/
Plane from Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Bucharest
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$58.60–$242.03

Turkish Airlines

Website:
turkishairlines.com/
Plane from Istanbul to Bucharest
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.54–$318.46

Tarom

Website:
tarom.ro/
Plane from Istanbul to Bucharest
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.54–$318.46

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Alexandria is to night train and bus which costs $19.57 - $33.70 and takes 19h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Alexandria is to fly and bus which takes 7h 48m and costs $81.52 - $206.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Alexandria?

No, there is no direct bus from Istanbul station to Alexandria. However, there are services departing from İstanbul Esenler bus station and arriving at Alexandria via Autogara Militari and Bucureşti Autogara DLS. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 25m.

How far is it from Istanbul to Alexandria?

The distance between Istanbul and Alexandria is 576 km. The road distance is 634.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Istanbul to Alexandria without a car is to bus which takes 13h 25m and costs $54.35 - $76.09 .

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

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

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Alexandria bus from?

Istanbul to Alexandria bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from İstanbul Esenler bus station.

Where does the Istanbul to Alexandria bus arrive?

Istanbul to Alexandria bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at București, Autogara Militari station.

What is the time difference between Istanbul and Alexandria?

Alexandria is 1h behind Istanbul. It is currently 10:26 in Istanbul and 09:26 in Alexandria.

Can I drive from Istanbul to Alexandria?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Alexandria is 634 km. It takes approximately 8h 42m to drive from Istanbul to Alexandria.

Where can I stay near Alexandria?

There are nine+ hotels available in Alexandria. Prices start at $30.05 per night.
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