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

The cheapest way to get from Lake Ohrid to Istanbul is to bus which costs 2.200 ₺ - 3.300 ₺ and takes 15h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lake Ohrid to Istanbul is to fly which takes 2h 36m and costs 6.500 ₺ - 18.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Lake Ohrid and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct bus from Lake Ohrid to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Pogradec and arriving at Istanbul via Korçë. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 15m.

How far is it from Lake Ohrid to Istanbul?

The distance between Lake Ohrid and Istanbul is 711 km. The road distance is 820.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Lake Ohrid to Istanbul without a car is to bus which takes 15h 15m and costs 2.200 ₺ - 3.300 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 2h 36m to get from Lake Ohrid to Istanbul, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Lake Ohrid to Istanbul?

The best way to get from Lake Ohrid to Istanbul is to fly which takes 2h 36m and costs 6.500 ₺ - 18.000 ₺. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 2.200 ₺ - 3.300 ₺ and takes 15h 15m.

Where does the Lake Ohrid to Istanbul bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Lake Ohrid and Istanbul?

Istanbul is 1h ahead of Lake Ohrid. It is currently 4:11 PM in Lake Ohrid and 5:11 PM in Istanbul.

Can I drive from Lake Ohrid to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Ohrid to Istanbul is 821 km. It takes approximately 10h 5m to drive from Lake Ohrid to Istanbul.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 4235+ hotels available in Istanbul.

Lake Ohrid to Istanbul - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Lake Ohrid to Istanbul by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Ohrid Airport (OHD) to Istanbul (IST)plane OHD - IST
2h 36m
₺6,720–17,539
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Podmolje to Skopje, Transporten Centarbus
2. Take the bus from Skopje, Transporten Centar to Sofiabus
3. Take the train from Sofia to Halkalıtrain
21h 35m
₺1,855–6,271
Bus
1. Take the bus from Korçë to Istanbulbus
15h 15m
₺2,259–3,251
Drive 820.7 km
1. Drive from Ohrid to Istanbulcar 820.7 km
10h 5m
₺6,078–8,779
Bus via Skopje
1. Take the bus from Podmolje to Skopje, Transporten Centarbus
2. Take the bus from Skopje, Transporten Centar to Esenler Otogarbus
16h 25m
₺2,454

Ohrid Airport (OHD) to Istanbul (IST) flights

4Weekly Planes

1h 37mAverage Duration

₺6,004Cheapest Price

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Distance: 711.2 km
Duration: 2h 36m

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

Turkish Airlines flies from Ohrid Airport (OHD) to Istanbul (IST) 4 times a week. Alternatively, Alpar Turizm operates a bus from Korçë to Istanbul 6 times a week. Tickets cost ₺2,000–2,900 and the journey takes 13h 30m.

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