Athens to Istanbul by bus
Travelling from Athens to Istanbul by bus takes about 25h 15m, run by ArdaTur. A quicker option we found is flight, at 1h 25m.
Recommended route
€89
25h 15m·1 transfer
Indicative price from a recent search, updated regularly. Confirm the live fare and seats with the provider at checkout. Routavio adds no booking fee.
The journey, step by step
- 1busAthens → Haskovo
ArdaTur - 2busHaskovo → IstanbulArdaTur
bus or flight?
| Transport | Price | Duration | Transfers |
|---|---|---|---|
| bus | €89 | 25h 15m | 1 transfer |
| flight | €85 | 1h 25m | direct |
All rows come from the same recent route search. Exact fares depend on your travel date.
Athens to Istanbul by bus: common questions
How long does Athens to Istanbul take by bus?
About 25h 15m, 1 transfer.
How much is a bus ticket from Athens to Istanbul?
The best price in our latest check was €89. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the bus from Athens to Istanbul?
ArdaTur. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the bus or the flight better?
The flight is faster at 1h 25m. It is cheaper too, at €85.
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