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

The cheapest way to get from Vienna to Istanbul is to bus via Belgrade which costs 2.900 ₺ - 4.200 ₺ and takes 25h.

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

The fastest way to get from Vienna to Istanbul is to fly which takes 5h 41m and costs 5.500 ₺ - 18.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Vienna and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct bus from Vienna to Istanbul station. However, there are services departing from Wien Hbf and arriving at İstanbul Esenler bus station via Belgrade bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25h.

Is there a direct train between Vienna and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct train from Vienna to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Stephansplatz and arriving at Yenikapi via Wien Hbf, Bucharest and Halkali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29h 21m.

How far is it from Vienna to Istanbul?

The distance between Vienna and Istanbul is 1346 km. The road distance is 1500.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Vienna to Istanbul without a car is to bus via Belgrade which takes 25h and costs 2.900 ₺ - 4.200 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 5h 53m to get from Vienna to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vienna to Istanbul bus from?

Vienna to Istanbul bus services, operated by Lukić Tours, depart from Wien Hbf station.

Where do I catch the Vienna to Istanbul train from?

Vienna to Istanbul train services, operated by ÖBB, depart from Wien Hbf station.

Bus or fly from Vienna to Istanbul?

The best way to get from Vienna to Istanbul is to bus via Belgrade which takes 25h and costs 2.900 ₺ - 4.200 ₺. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs 5.500 ₺ - 18.000 ₺ and takes 5h 41m.

Where does the Vienna to Istanbul bus arrive?

Vienna to Istanbul bus services, operated by Lukić Tours, arrive at Beograd, Autobuska stanica station.

What is the time difference between Vienna and Istanbul?

Istanbul is 1h ahead of Vienna. It is currently 4:38 PM in Vienna and 5:38 PM in Istanbul.

Where does the Vienna to Istanbul train arrive?

Vienna to Istanbul train services, operated by ÖBB, arrive at Bucuresti Nord station.

Can I drive from Vienna to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Vienna to Istanbul is 1500 km. It takes approximately 15h 20m to drive from Vienna to Istanbul.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 4435+ hotels available in Istanbul.

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There are 8 ways to get from Vienna to Istanbul by plane, train, bus, night train, or car

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Fly Vienna International Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, Metro
best
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)plane VIE - SAW
2. Take the train from Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Ayrılık Çeşmesitrain
5h 53m
₺3,923–18,009
Bus via Belgrade
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Wien Hbf to Beograd, Autobuska stanicabus
2. Take the bus from Belgrade bus station to İstanbul Esenler bus stationbus FlixBus N1920
25h
₺2,935–4,135
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Bucuresti Nordtrain 347
2. Take the nighttrain from Bucharest to Halkalinighttrain Bosphor Express
29h 21m
₺12,745–25,725
Drive 1,500.3 km
1. Drive from Vienna to Istanbulcar 1,500.3 km
15h 20m
₺13,718–19,815
Fly Vienna International Airport to Istanbul
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Istanbul (IST)plane VIE - IST
5h 41m
₺5,620–17,986
Train to Bratislava Airport, fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
1. Take the train from Wien Aspern Nord to Bratislava Hlavna Stanicatrain
2. Fly from Bratislava Airport (BTS) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)plane BTS - SAW
7h 1m
₺3,868–18,262
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Cegledtrain 347
2. Take the train from Cegled to Szegedtrain Ic
3. Take the train from Szeged to Suboticatrain Re
4. Take the train from Subotica to Novi Beogradtrain Ir / ...
5. Take the bus from Belgrade bus station to İstanbul Esenler bus stationbus
26h 19m
₺5,865–10,565
Bus
1. Take the bus from Vienna, International Busterminal to Burgas Bus Station Southbus
2. Take the bus from Burgas Bus Station South to Istanbul Büyük Otogaribus Citylines 49 / ...
31h 18m
₺8,585–13,435

Vienna to Istanbul by subway and bus

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Distance: 1,346.4 km
Duration: 5h 53m

What companies run services between Vienna, Austria and Istanbul, Turkey?

You can take a subway from Stephansplatz to İstanbul Esenler bus station via Südtiroler Pl. - Hbf., Wien Hbf, Beograd, Autobuska stanica, and Belgrade bus station in around 25h. Alternatively, Turkish Airlines and Air Serbia fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Istanbul (IST) every 4 hours.

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