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

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Thermopílai is to bus which costs €90 - €120 and takes 12h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Thermopílai is to fly and drive which takes 6h 45m and costs €90 - €230.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Thermopílai?

No, there is no direct bus from Istanbul to Thermopílai. However, there are services departing from Istanbul and arriving at Lamia via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 43m.

How far is it from Istanbul to Thermopílai?

The distance between Istanbul and Thermopílai is 801 km. The road distance is 862.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Istanbul to Thermopílai without a car is to bus which takes 12h 43m and costs €90 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 6h 45m to get from Istanbul to Thermopílai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Thermopílai bus from?

Istanbul to Thermopílai bus services, operated by Crazy Holidays, depart from Istanbul station.

Where does the Istanbul to Thermopílai bus arrive?

Istanbul to Thermopílai bus services, operated by Crazy Holidays, arrive at Lamia station.

Can I drive from Istanbul to Thermopílai?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Thermopílai is 863 km. It takes approximately 9h 41m to drive from Istanbul to Thermopílai.

Where can I stay near Thermopílai?

There are 107+ hotels available in Thermopílai.

Istanbul to Thermopílai - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and bus

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There are 7 ways to get from Istanbul to Thermopílai by plane, car, bus, or train

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Fly Istanbul to Athens International Airport, drive
best
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Athens International Airport (ATH)plane IST - ATH
2. Drive from Athens-Airport-ATH to Thermopílaicar
6h 45m
€92–227
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Istanbul to Lamiabus
12h 43m
€90–118
Drive 862.8 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Thermopílaicar 862.8 km
9h 41m
€157–226
Fly Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Athens International Airport, drive
1. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Athens International Airport (ATH)plane SAW - ATH
2. Drive from Athens-Airport-ATH to Thermopílaicar
7h 5m
€167–417
Bus to Alexandroupoli Airport Dimokritos, fly to Athens International Airport, drive
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Alexandroupoli Evros Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from Alexandroupoli Airport Dimokritos (AXD) to Athens International Airport (ATH)plane AXD - ATH
3. Drive from Athens-Airport-ATH to Thermopílaicar
10h 1m
€112–255
Fly Istanbul to Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia, train
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia (SKG)plane IST - SKG
2. Take the train from Thessaloniki to Lianokladitrain
9h 33m
€126–254
Bus via Thessaloníki
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Thessaloniki stationbus Arda-Tur
2. Take the bus from Thessaloniki train station to Lamia Travel Stopbus N983
15h 31m
€98–148

Istanbul (IST) to Athens International Airport (ATH) flights

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Distance: 801.1 km
Duration: 6h 45m

What companies run services between Istanbul, Turkey and Thermopílai, Greece?

Crazy Holidays operates a bus from Istanbul to Lamia once a week. Tickets cost €75–110 and the journey takes 12h 30m.

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How to get fromIstanbul to Thermopílaiby plane, car, bus, or train

There are 7 ways to get from Istanbul to Thermopílai by plane, car, bus, or train

Fly Istanbul to Athens International Airport, drive

Bus

Drive 862.8 km

Fly Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Athens International Airport, drive

Bus to Alexandroupoli Airport Dimokritos, fly to Athens International Airport, drive

Fly Istanbul to Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia, train

Bus via Thessaloníki