Madrid to Istanbul by bus + train
This route from Madrid to Istanbul is not by bus the whole way: by train, bus it takes about 63h 40m in total, run by Renfe AVE, FlixBus, ArdaTur. A quicker option we found is flight, at 3h 45m.
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The journey, step by step
- 1trainMadrid → Barcelona
Renfe AVE - 2busBarcelona → Munich
FlixBus - 3busMunich → SofiaFlixBus
- 4busSofia → Istanbul
ArdaTur
bus or flight?
| Transport | Price | Duration | Transfers |
|---|---|---|---|
| bus | €345 | 63h 40m | 3 transfers |
| flight | €132 | 3h 45m | direct |
All rows come from the same recent route search. Exact fares depend on your travel date.
Madrid to Istanbul by bus: common questions
How long does Madrid to Istanbul take by bus?
The bus does not cover the whole route: bus + train together take about 63h 40m, 3 transfers.
How much is a bus ticket from Madrid to Istanbul?
The best price in our latest check was €345. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the bus from Madrid to Istanbul?
Renfe AVE, FlixBus, ArdaTur. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the bus or the flight better?
The flight is faster at 3h 45m. It is cheaper too, at €132.
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