What is the cheapest way to get from Thessaloniki Bus Station to Istanbul?

The cheapest way to get from Thessaloniki Bus Station to Istanbul is to bus which costs 1.500 ₺ - 2.200 ₺ and takes 8h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Thessaloniki Bus Station to Istanbul?

The fastest way to get from Thessaloniki Bus Station to Istanbul is to fly and Metro which takes 5h 16m and costs 5.000 ₺ - 12.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Thessaloniki Bus Station and Istanbul?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station station and arriving at Istanbul Esenler Otogari. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 1m.

How far is it from Thessaloniki Bus Station to Istanbul?

The distance between Thessaloniki Bus Station and Istanbul is 682 km. The road distance is 589.3 km.

How do I travel from Thessaloniki Bus Station to Istanbul without a car?

The best way to get from Thessaloniki Bus Station to Istanbul without a car is to bus which takes 8h 1m and costs 1.500 ₺ - 2.200 ₺.

How long does it take to get from Thessaloniki Bus Station to Istanbul?

The bus from Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station to Istanbul Esenler Otogari takes 8h 1m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Thessaloniki Bus Station to Istanbul bus from?

Thessaloniki Bus Station to Istanbul bus services, operated by Arda Tur, depart from Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station.

Where does the Thessaloniki Bus Station to Istanbul bus arrive?

Thessaloniki Bus Station to Istanbul bus services, operated by Arda Tur, arrive at Istanbul Esenler Otogari station.

Can I drive from Thessaloniki Bus Station to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Thessaloniki Bus Station to Istanbul is 589 km. It takes approximately 6h 23m to drive from Thessaloniki Bus Station to Istanbul.

How do I get a bus ticket from Thessaloniki Bus Station to Istanbul?

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Thessaloniki Bus Station to Istanbul - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Thessaloniki Bus Station to Istanbul by bus, car, plane, or train

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station to Istanbul Esenler Otogaribus Arda-Tur
8h 1m
₺1,500–2,200
Drive 589.3 km
1. Drive from Thessaloniki Bus Station to Istanbulcar 589.3 km
6h 23m
₺5,920–8,552
Fly, Metro
1. Fly from Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia (SKG) to Istanbul (IST)plane SKG - IST
2. Take the train from Gayrettepe to Veznecilertrain
5h 16m
₺5,095–11,195
Bus via Thessaloniki
1. Take the bus from Thessaloniki to Istanbulbus Simeonidis
9h 25m
₺2,500–4,300

Thessaloniki Bus Station to Istanbul by bus

14Weekly Buses

8h 1mAverage Duration

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Distance: 681.7 km
Duration: 8h 1m

What companies run services between Thessaloniki Bus Station, Greece and Istanbul, Turkey?

Arda Tur operates a bus from Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station to Istanbul Esenler Otogari once daily. Tickets cost ₺2,800–4,200 and the journey takes 8h 1m. Alpar Turizm also services this route once daily.

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