Istanbul to Basel by bus
Travelling from Istanbul to Basel by bus takes about 49h 36m, run by ArdaTur, FlixBus. A quicker option we found is flight, at 3h 05m. The bus is still the cheapest.
Recommended route
€180
49h 36m·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
- 1busIstanbul → Sofia
ArdaTur - 2busSofia → Munich central
FlixBus - 3busMunich central → Canton of Basel-StadtFlixBus
bus or flight?
| Transport | Price | Duration | Transfers |
|---|---|---|---|
| bus | €180 | 49h 36m | 2 transfers |
| flight | €418 | 3h 05m | direct |
All rows come from the same recent route search. Exact fares depend on your travel date.
Istanbul to Basel by bus: common questions
How long does Istanbul to Basel take by bus?
About 49h 36m, 2 transfers.
How much is a bus ticket from Istanbul to Basel?
The best price in our latest check was €180. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the bus from Istanbul to Basel?
ArdaTur, FlixBus. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the bus or the flight better?
The flight is faster at 3h 05m. The bus wins on price.
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