Cologne to Istanbul by bus
Travelling from Cologne to Istanbul by bus takes about 43h 55m, run by FlixBus, ArdaTur. A quicker option we found is train + flight, at 10h 25m. The bus is still the cheapest.
Recommended route
€164
43h 55m·2 transfers
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
- 1busCologne → Vienna
FlixBus - 2busVienna → Haskovo
ArdaTur - 3busHaskovo → IstanbulArdaTur
bus or train + flight?
| Transport | Price | Duration | Transfers |
|---|---|---|---|
| bus | €164 | 43h 55m | 2 transfers |
| train + flight | €276 | 10h 25m | 2 transfers |
All rows come from the same recent route search. Exact fares depend on your travel date.
Cologne to Istanbul by bus: common questions
How long does Cologne to Istanbul take by bus?
About 43h 55m, 2 transfers.
How much is a bus ticket from Cologne to Istanbul?
The best price in our latest check was €164. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the bus from Cologne to Istanbul?
FlixBus, ArdaTur. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the bus or the train + flight better?
The train + flight is faster at 10h 25m. The bus wins on price.
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