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

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Sarandë is to fly and Airport Bus and bus which costs $70 - $360 and takes 11h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Sarandë is to drive which takes 10h 56m and costs $190 - $290.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Sarandë?

No, there is no direct bus from Istanbul to Sarandë. However, there are services departing from Istanbul Esenler Otogari and arriving at Sarande,Posta Shqiptare via Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station and Igoumenitsa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 20m.

How far is it from Istanbul to Sarandë?

The distance between Istanbul and Sarandë is 1039 km. The road distance is 939.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Istanbul to Sarandë without a car is to bus via Igoumenitsa which takes 18h 20m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 17h 38m to get from Istanbul to Sarandë, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Sarandë bus from?

Istanbul to Sarandë bus services, operated by Arda Tur, depart from Istanbul Esenler Otogari station.

Where does the Istanbul to Sarandë bus arrive?

Istanbul to Sarandë bus services, operated by Arda Tur, arrive at Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Istanbul and Sarandë?

Sarandë is 2h behind Istanbul. It is currently 1:05 AM in Istanbul and 11:05 PM in Sarandë.

Can I drive from Istanbul to Sarandë?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Sarandë is 940 km. It takes approximately 10h 56m to drive from Istanbul to Sarandë.

Where can I stay near Sarandë?

There are 3070+ hotels available in Sarandë.

Istanbul to Sarandë - 11 ways to travel via bus, car, plane, and Airport Bus

There are 11 ways to get from Istanbul to Sarandë by bus, car, plane, or shuttle

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, drive
best
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station to Ioanninabus
3. Take the bus from Ioannina to Kakaviabus
4. Drive from Kakavia to Sarandëcar
17h 38m
$144–167
Fly Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza, Airport Bus, bus
cheapest
1. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza (TIA)plane SAW - TIA
2. Take a shuttle bus from Tirana, Airport to Fiershuttle
3. Take the bus from Levan to Sarande,Posta Shqiptarebus
11h 28m
$74–359
Drive 939.6 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Sarandëcar 939.6 km
10h 56m
$199–288
Fly Istanbul Airport to Ioannina National Airport, bus
1. Fly from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Ioannina National Airport (IOA)plane IST - IOA
2. Take the bus from Ioannina to Gjirokastërbus
3. Take the bus from Gjirokastër to Sarandëbus
11h 35m
Bus via Igoumenitsa
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station to Igoumenitsabus
3. Take the bus from Igoumenitsa to Sarande,Posta Shqiptarebus
18h 20m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Istanbul to Thessaloníkibus
2. Take the bus from Thessaloníki to Gjirokastërbus
3. Take the bus from Gjirokastër to Sarandëbus
19h 45m
$90–197
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Istanbul to Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station to Gjirokastërbus
3. Take the bus from Gjirokastër to Sarandëbus
20h 42m
Fly Istanbul Airport to Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza, Airport Bus, bus
1. Fly from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza (TIA)plane IST - TIA
2. Take a shuttle bus from Tirana, Airport to Fiershuttle
3. Take the bus from Levan to Sarande,Posta Shqiptarebus
11h 23m
$114–349
Fly Istanbul Airport to Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia, bus
1. Fly from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia (SKG)plane IST - SKG
2. Take the bus from Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station to Igoumenitsabus
3. Take the bus from Igoumenitsa to Sarande,Posta Shqiptarebus
13h 55m
Fly Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Skopje International Airport, shuttle, bus
1. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Skopje International Airport (SKP)plane SAW - SKP
2. Take a shuttle bus from Skopje Airport to Pristinashuttle
3. Take the bus from Pristina to Ksamilbus
14h 46m
$245–583
Fly Istanbul Airport to Skopje International Airport, shuttle, bus
1. Fly from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Skopje International Airport (SKP)plane IST - SKP
2. Take a shuttle bus from Skopje Airport to Pristinashuttle
3. Take the bus from Pristina to Ksamilbus
14h 36m
$310–553

Istanbul Airport (IST) to Ioannina National Airport (IOA) flights

11Weekly Planes

5h 43mAverage Duration

$137Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Istanbul to Sarandë.

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Distance: 1,039.4 km
Duration: 17h 38m

What companies run services between Istanbul, Turkey and Sarandë, Albania?

You can take a bus from Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Sarande,Posta Shqiptare via Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station and Igoumenitsa in around 18h 20m.

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