Athens to Istanbul by train + bus
This route from Athens to Istanbul is not by train the whole way: by bus, train it takes about 43h 10m in total, run by FlixBus, TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş.. A quicker option we found is bus, at 25h 15m.
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The journey, step by step
- 1busAthens → Bucharest
FlixBus - 2trainBucharest → Istanbul
TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş.
train or bus?
| Transport | Price | Duration | Transfers |
|---|---|---|---|
| train | €234 | 43h 10m | 1 transfer |
| bus | €89 | 25h 15m | 1 transfer |
All rows come from the same recent route search. Exact fares depend on your travel date.
Athens to Istanbul by train: common questions
How long does Athens to Istanbul take by train?
The train does not cover the whole route: train + bus together take about 43h 10m, 1 transfer.
How much is a train ticket from Athens to Istanbul?
The best price in our latest check was €234. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the train from Athens to Istanbul?
FlixBus, TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş.. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the train or the bus better?
The bus is faster at 25h 15m. It is cheaper too, at €89.
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