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

The cheapest way to get from Switzerland to Istanbul is to train and bus which costs 5.500 ₺ - 15.000 ₺ and takes 34h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Switzerland to Istanbul is to fly which takes 6h 12m and costs 6.000 ₺ - 15.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Switzerland and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct bus from Switzerland to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Zurich and arriving at Istanbul Büyük Otogari via Sofia Serdica Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 38h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Switzerland and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct train from Switzerland to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Zürich Stadelhofen and arriving at Yenikapi via Zürich HB, Wien Meidling, Bucharest and Halkali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 38h 19m.

How far is it from Switzerland to Istanbul?

The distance between Switzerland and Istanbul is 1794 km. The road distance is 2095.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Switzerland to Istanbul without a car is to train and bus which takes 34h 14m and costs 5.500 ₺ - 15.000 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 6h 12m to get from Switzerland to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Switzerland to Istanbul bus from?

Switzerland to Istanbul bus services, operated by Yubim, depart from Zurich station.

Where do I catch the Switzerland to Istanbul train from?

Switzerland to Istanbul train services, operated by Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK), depart from Zürich HB station.

Bus or fly from Switzerland to Istanbul?

The best way to get from Switzerland to Istanbul is to fly which takes 6h 12m and costs 6.000 ₺ - 15.000 ₺. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 7.000 ₺ - 10.000 ₺ and takes 38h 38m.

Where does the Switzerland to Istanbul bus arrive?

Switzerland to Istanbul bus services, operated by Yubim, arrive at Sofia Central Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Switzerland and Istanbul?

Istanbul is 1h ahead of Switzerland. It is currently 5:38 PM in Switzerland and 6:38 PM in Istanbul.

Where does the Switzerland to Istanbul train arrive?

Switzerland to Istanbul train services, operated by Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK), arrive at Wien Meidling station.

Can I drive from Switzerland to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Switzerland to Istanbul is 2096 km. It takes approximately 21h 10m to drive from Switzerland to Istanbul.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 4396+ hotels available in Istanbul.

Switzerland to Istanbul - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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There are 10 ways to get from Switzerland to Istanbul by plane, train, bus, night train, or car

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Fly Zurich Airport to Istanbul
best
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Istanbul (IST)plane ZRH - IST
6h 12m
₺6,332–14,824
Fly Zurich Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)plane ZRH - SAW
6h 24m
₺4,035–23,847
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Winterthur to St. Margrethen Sgtrain Ec / ...
2. Take the bus from Lindau to Istanbulbus
34h 14m
₺5,722–14,536
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Wien Meidlingtrain
2. Take the train from Wien Meidling to Bucuresti Nordtrain 347
3. Take the night train from Bucharest to Halkalinighttrain
38h 19m
₺14,595–28,494
Drive 2,095.7 km
1. Drive from Zurich to Istanbulcar 2,095.7 km
21h 10m
₺20,153–29,110
Fly Basel to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
1. Fly from Basel (BSL) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)plane BSL - SAW
6h 26m
₺5,270–20,339
Fly Basel to Istanbul
1. Fly from Basel (BSL) to Istanbul (IST)plane BSL - IST
6h 19m
₺5,267–18,316
Fly Geneva International Airport to Istanbul
1. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Istanbul (IST)plane GVA - IST
6h 39m
₺6,489–15,968
Fly Geneva International Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
1. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)plane GVA - SAW
6h 46m
₺9,492–15,991
Bus
1. Take the bus from Zurich to Sofia Central Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Sofia Serdica Bus Station to Istanbul Büyük Otogaribus Citylines 40 / ...
38h 38m
₺7,322–10,040

Switzerland to Istanbul by train and bus

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34h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,793.9 km
Duration: 6h 12m

What companies run services between Switzerland and Istanbul, Turkey?

Turkish Airlines, Croatia Airlines, and Air Serbia fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Istanbul (IST) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Zürich Stadelhofen, Bahnhof to Istanbul Büyük Otogari via Zürich, Bahnhofstrasse/HB, Zurich, Sofia Central Bus Station, and Sofia Serdica Bus Station in around 38h 38m.

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