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

The cheapest way to get from Malatya to Istanbul is to train via Ankara which costs 1.400 ₺ - 2.500 ₺ and takes 21h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Malatya to Istanbul is to fly which takes 3h 19m and costs 12.000 ₺ - 31.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Malatya and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct bus from Malatya station to Istanbul station. However, there are services departing from Malatya bus station and arriving at İstanbul Esenler bus station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Malatya and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct train from Malatya to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Malatya and arriving at Yenikapi via Sivas and Söğütlüçeşme. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 12m.

How far is it from Malatya to Istanbul?

The distance between Malatya and Istanbul is 867 km. The road distance is 1103.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Malatya to Istanbul without a car is to train which takes 12h 12m and costs 1.700 ₺ - 2.600 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 3h 22m to get from Malatya to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Malatya to Istanbul bus from?

Malatya to Istanbul bus services, operated by Kamil Koç, depart from Malatya bus station.

Where do I catch the Malatya to Istanbul train from?

Malatya to Istanbul train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), depart from Malatya station.

Train, bus or fly from Malatya to Istanbul?

The best way to get from Malatya to Istanbul is to train which takes 12h 12m and costs 1.700 ₺ - 2.600 ₺. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 1.600 ₺ - 3.900 ₺ and takes 17h 20m, you could also fly, which costs 12.000 ₺ - 31.000 ₺ and takes 3h 19m.

Where does the Malatya to Istanbul bus arrive?

Malatya to Istanbul bus services, operated by Kamil Koç, arrive at İstanbul Esenler bus station.

Where does the Malatya to Istanbul train arrive?

Malatya to Istanbul train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), arrive at Sivas station.

Can I drive from Malatya to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Malatya to Istanbul is 1104 km. It takes approximately 12h 1m to drive from Malatya to Istanbul.

How do I get a bus ticket from Malatya to Istanbul?

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Where can I stay near Istanbul?

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There are 8 ways to get from Malatya to Istanbul by plane, train, bus, car, or taxi

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Fly Malatya Erhaç Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, Metro
best
1. Fly from Malatya Erhaç Airport (MLX) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)plane MLX - SAW
2. Take the train from Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Ayrılık Çeşmesitrain
3h 22m
₺4,618–18,798
Train via Ankara
cheapest
1. Take the train from Malatya to Ankaratrain Güney Kurtalan Ekspresi / ...
2. Take the train from Ankara to Istanbul Söğütlüçeşmetrain Yht / ...
21h 58m
₺1,468–2,414
Train
1. Take the train from Malatya to Sivastrain Güney Kurtalan Ekspresi / ...
2. Take the train from Sivas to Istanbul Söğütlüçeşmetrain Yht
12h 12m
₺1,724–2,572
Bus
1. Take the bus from Malatya bus station to İstanbul Esenler bus stationbus FlixBus KK0148
17h 20m
₺1,665–3,832
Drive 1,103.7 km
1. Drive from Malatya to Istanbulcar 1,103.7 km
12h 1m
₺6,425–9,281
Fly Malatya Erhaç Airport to Istanbul
1. Fly from Malatya Erhaç Airport (MLX) to Istanbul (IST)plane MLX - IST
3h 19m
₺12,515–30,775
Taxi to Adiyaman, fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
1. Take the taxi from Malatya to Adiyaman (ADF)taxi
2. Fly from Adiyaman (ADF) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)plane ADF - SAW
4h 55m
₺9,922–12,885
Bus via Istanbul Samandira Tesis
1. Take the bus from Malatya to Istanbul Samandira Tesisbus
2. Take the bus from Samandira Tesis to Istanbul Otogaribus
19h 1m
₺3,023–4,302

Malatya Erhaç Airport (MLX) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) flights

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1h 45mAverage Duration

₺3,126Cheapest Price

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Distance: 867.5 km
Duration: 3h 22m

What companies run services between Malatya, Turkey and Istanbul, Turkey?

You can take a train from Malatya to Yenikapi via Sivas and Söğütlüçeşme in around 12h 12m. Alternatively, Kamil Koç operates a bus from Malatya bus station to İstanbul Esenler bus station once daily. Tickets cost ₺1,300–1,900 and the journey takes 17h 15m. Metro Turizm also services this route once daily.

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