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

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Cappadocia is to fly and train which costs €110 - €320 and takes 9h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Cappadocia is to fly and train which takes 9h 17m and costs €120 - €280.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Cappadocia?

No, there is no direct bus from Istanbul to Cappadocia. However, there are services departing from Esenler Otogar and arriving at Avezzano via Skopje, Transporten Centar and RIETI | Piazza Cavour # f1068. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 38h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Istanbul and Cappadocia?

No, there is no direct train from Istanbul to Cappadocia. However, there are services departing from Yenikapi and arriving at Tagliacozzo via Halkali, Bucuresti Nord, Wien Hbf, Venezia Mestre and Roma Tiburtina. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 44h 23m.

How far is it from Istanbul to Cappadocia?

The distance between Istanbul and Cappadocia is 1546 km. The road distance is 2218.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Istanbul to Cappadocia without a car is to bus and bus and ferry and train which takes 29h 41m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 9h 17m to get from Istanbul to Cappadocia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Cappadocia bus from?

Istanbul to Cappadocia bus services, operated by Luks Tempo Turizm, depart from Esenler Otogar station.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Cappadocia train from?

Istanbul to Cappadocia train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Halkali station.

Where does the Istanbul to Cappadocia bus arrive?

Istanbul to Cappadocia bus services, operated by Luks Tempo Turizm, arrive at Skopje, Transporten Centar station.

What is the time difference between Istanbul and Cappadocia?

Cappadocia is 1h behind Istanbul. It is currently 1:36 PM in Istanbul and 12:36 PM in Cappadocia.

Where does the Istanbul to Cappadocia train arrive?

Istanbul to Cappadocia train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Bucharest station.

Can I drive from Istanbul to Cappadocia?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Cappadocia is 2219 km. It takes approximately 21h 46m to drive from Istanbul to Cappadocia.

Where can I stay near Cappadocia?

There are 364+ hotels available in Cappadocia.

Istanbul to Cappadocia - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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There are 8 ways to get from Istanbul to Cappadocia by plane, train, bus, busferry, night train, or car

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Fly Istanbul to Fiumicino International Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Fiumicino International Airport (FCO)plane IST - FCO
2. Take the train from Roma Termini to Tagliacozzotrain
9h 17m
€120–271
Fly Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Fiumicino International Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Fiumicino International Airport (FCO)plane SAW - FCO
2. Take the train from Roma Termini to Tagliacozzotrain
9h 38m
€110–311
Bus, bus and ferry, train
1. Take the bus from Istanbul to Pogradecbus
2. Take the bus from Mëmëlisht to Elbasanbus
3. Take the busferry from Elbasan to Roma, Autostazione Tiburtinabusferry
4. Take the train from Roma Tiburtina to Tagliacozzotrain Re
29h 41m
Night train, train
1. Take the night train from Halkali to Bucharestnighttrain
2. Take the night train from Bucuresti Nord to Wien Hbfnighttrain
3. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Venezia Mestretrain Rjx
4. Take the train from Venezia Mestre to Roma Tiburtinatrain
5. Take the train from Roma Tiburtina to Tagliacozzotrain Re
44h 23m
€270–450
Drive 2,218.7 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Cappadociacar 2,218.7 km
21h 46m
€349–503
Fly Istanbul to Naples Airport, train
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Naples Airport (NAP)plane IST - NAP
2. Take the train from Napoli to Roma Terminitrain
3. Take the train from Roma Termini to Tagliacozzotrain
10h 8m
€159–404
Bus
1. Take the bus from Esenler Otogar to Skopje, Transporten Centarbus
2. Take the bus from Skopje, Transporten Centar to Rieti Stationbus
3. Take the bus from RIETI | Piazza Cavour # f1068 to Avezzanobus
38h 3m
€189–201
Night train, bus
1. Take the night train from Halkali to Bucharestnighttrain Bosphor Express
2. Take the bus from Bucharest to Avezzanobus
2d 12h

Istanbul (IST) to Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) flights

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Distance: 1,546.4 km
Duration: 9h 17m

What companies run services between Istanbul, Turkey and Cappadocia, Italy?

You can take a bus from Esenler Otogar to Cappadocia via Skopje, Transporten Centar, Rieti Station, RIETI | Piazza Cavour # f1068, and Avezzano in around 38h 3m.

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