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

The cheapest way to get from Arad to Istanbul is to bus which costs 2.200 ₺ - 3.500 ₺ and takes 19h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Arad to Istanbul is to fly which takes 5h 24m and costs 6.000 ₺ - 21.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Arad and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct bus from Arad to Istanbul station. However, there are services departing from Arad and arriving at İstanbul Esenler bus station via Belgrade bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Arad and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct train from Arad to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Arad and arriving at Yenikapi via Bucharest and Halkali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 21m.

How far is it from Arad to Istanbul?

The distance between Arad and Istanbul is 860 km. The road distance is 1089.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Arad to Istanbul without a car is to bus which takes 19h 25m and costs 2.200 ₺ - 3.500 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 5h 24m to get from Arad to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arad to Istanbul bus from?

Arad to Istanbul bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Arad station.

Where do I catch the Arad to Istanbul train from?

Arad to Istanbul train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), depart from Arad station.

Bus or fly from Arad to Istanbul?

The best way to get from Arad to Istanbul is to fly which takes 5h 24m and costs 6.000 ₺ - 21.000 ₺. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 2.200 ₺ - 3.500 ₺ and takes 19h 25m.

Where does the Arad to Istanbul bus arrive?

Arad to Istanbul bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Belgrade bus station.

Where does the Arad to Istanbul train arrive?

Arad to Istanbul train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), arrive at Bucuresti Nord station.

Can I drive from Arad to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Arad to Istanbul is 1089 km. It takes approximately 11h 44m to drive from Arad to Istanbul.

How do I get a bus ticket from Arad to Istanbul?

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Where can I stay near Istanbul?

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There are 5 ways to get from Arad to Istanbul by plane, bus, train, night train, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Arad (ARW) to Istanbul (IST)plane ARW - IST
5h 24m
₺6,306–20,347
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Arad to Belgrade bus stationbus 1896
2. Take the bus from Belgrade bus station to İstanbul Esenler bus stationbus FlixBus N1920
19h 25m
₺2,265–3,487
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Arad to Bucuresti Nordtrain Ic
2. Take the nighttrain from Bucharest to Halkalinighttrain Bosphor Express
21h 21m
₺7,315–13,274
Drive 1,089.2 km
1. Drive from Arad to Istanbulcar 1,089.2 km
11h 44m
₺8,558–12,362
Bus via Ruse
1. Take the bus from Arad, Autogara Transdara to Rusebus
2. Take the bus from Ruse Tsar Osvoboditel to Istanbul Büyük Otogaribus Citylines 55 / ...
20h 45m
₺4,019–5,621

Arad to Istanbul by bus

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Distance: 859.6 km
Duration: 5h 24m

What companies run services between Arad, Romania and Istanbul, Turkey?

Tarom, Turkish Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Arad (ARW) to Istanbul (IST) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Arad to İstanbul Esenler bus station via Belgrade bus station in around 19h 25m.

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