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

The cheapest way to get from Rafina to Istanbul is to bus which costs 4.700 ₺ - 7.500 ₺ and takes 17h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rafina to Istanbul is to fly and Metro which takes 2h 54m and costs 4.400 ₺ - 11.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Rafina and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct bus from Rafina to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Rafina and arriving at Istanbul via ΣΤ. Λαρισησ and Athens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 43m.

How far is it from Rafina to Istanbul?

The distance between Rafina and Istanbul is 614 km. The road distance is 1067.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Rafina to Istanbul without a car is to bus which takes 17h 43m and costs 4.700 ₺ - 7.500 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Rafina to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rafina to Istanbul bus from?

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

Where does the Rafina to Istanbul bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rafina to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Rafina to Istanbul is 1067 km. It takes approximately 12h 7m to drive from Rafina to Istanbul.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 4396+ hotels available in Istanbul.

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Fly to Istanbul, Metro
best
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Istanbul (IST)plane ATH - IST
2. Take the train from Gayrettepe to Veznecilertrain
2h 54m
₺4,451–10,463
Bus
1. Take the bus from Athens to Istanbulbus
17h 43m
₺4,777–7,244
Drive 1,067.2 km
1. Drive from Rafina to Istanbulcar 1,067.2 km
12h 7m
₺10,675–15,419
Fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, Metro
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)plane ATH - SAW
2. Take the train from Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Ayrılık Çeşmesitrain
3h 7m
₺8,254–21,486

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

72Weekly Planes

1h 53mAverage Duration

₺3,001Cheapest Price

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Distance: 614.1 km
Duration: 2h 54m

What companies run services between Rafina, Attica, Greece and Istanbul, Turkey?

Crazy Holidays operates a bus from Athens to Istanbul once a week. Tickets cost ₺4,400–6,500 and the journey takes 15h.

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How to get fromRafina to Istanbulby plane, train, bus, or car

There are 4 ways to get from Rafina to Istanbul by plane, train, bus, or car

Fly to Istanbul, Metro

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Drive 1,067.2 km

Fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, Metro