What is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Lake Ohrid?

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Lake Ohrid is to bus which costs $40 - $65 and takes 14h.

What is the fastest way to get from Istanbul to Lake Ohrid?

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Lake Ohrid is to fly which takes 4h 32m and costs $130 - $350.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Lake Ohrid?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Istanbul and arriving at Pogradec. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 14h.

How far is it from Istanbul to Lake Ohrid?

The distance between Istanbul and Lake Ohrid is 711 km. The road distance is 821.6 km.

How do I travel from Istanbul to Lake Ohrid without a car?

The best way to get from Istanbul to Lake Ohrid without a car is to bus which takes 14h and costs $40 - $65.

How long does it take to get from Istanbul to Lake Ohrid?

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Istanbul to Lake Ohrid, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Lake Ohrid bus from?

Istanbul to Lake Ohrid bus services, operated by Alpar Turizm, depart from Istanbul station.

Bus or fly from Istanbul to Lake Ohrid?

The best way to get from Istanbul to Lake Ohrid is to fly which takes 4h 32m and costs $130 - $350. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $65 and takes 14h.

Where does the Istanbul to Lake Ohrid bus arrive?

Istanbul to Lake Ohrid bus services, operated by Alpar Turizm, arrive at Pogradec station.

What is the time difference between Istanbul and Lake Ohrid?

Lake Ohrid is 1h behind Istanbul. It is currently 1:46 AM in Istanbul and 12:46 AM in Lake Ohrid.

Can I drive from Istanbul to Lake Ohrid?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Lake Ohrid is 822 km. It takes approximately 9h 55m to drive from Istanbul to Lake Ohrid.

Where can I stay near Lake Ohrid?

There are 530+ hotels available in Lake Ohrid.

Istanbul to Lake Ohrid - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Istanbul to Lake Ohrid by plane, bus, or car

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Fly Istanbul to Ohrid Airport
best
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Ohrid Airport (OHD)plane IST - OHD
4h 32m
$132–342
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Istanbul to Pogradecbus
14h
$40–65
Drive 821.6 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Ohridcar 821.6 km
9h 55m
$125–180
Fly Istanbul to Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza, bus
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza (TIA)plane IST - TIA
2. Take the bus from Tirana, Terminali Lindor I Autobusave to Mëmëlishtbus
8h 54m
$99–234
Fly Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza, bus
1. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza (TIA)plane SAW - TIA
2. Take the bus from Tirana, Terminali Lindor I Autobusave to Mëmëlishtbus
9h 14m
$69–214
Bus via Skopje
1. Take the bus from Esenler Otogar to Skopje, Transporten Centarbus
2. Take the bus from Skopje, Transporten Centar to Podmoljebus
16h 23m
$51

Istanbul to Lake Ohrid by bus

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Distance: 711.2 km
Duration: 4h 32m

What companies run services between Istanbul, Turkey and Lake Ohrid, North Macedonia?

Turkish Airlines flies from Istanbul (IST) to Ohrid Airport (OHD) 4 times a week. Alternatively, Alpar Turizm operates a bus from Istanbul to Pogradec 6 times a week. Tickets cost $40–65 and the journey takes 14h.

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