London to Istanbul by bus
Travelling from London to Istanbul by bus takes about 54h, run by FlixBus. A quicker option we found is flight, at 3h 40m.
Recommended route
€291
54h·4 transfers
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The journey, step by step
- 1busLondon Victoria Coach → Prague
FlixBus - 2busPrague → Budapest NépligetFlixBus
- 3busBudapest Népliget → SofiaFlixBus
- 4busSofia → İstanbul Esenler OtogarıFlixBus
bus or flight?
| Transport | Price | Duration | Transfers |
|---|---|---|---|
| bus | €291 | 54h | 4 transfers |
| flight | €160 | 3h 40m | direct |
All rows come from the same recent route search. Exact fares depend on your travel date.
London to Istanbul by bus: common questions
How long does London to Istanbul take by bus?
About 54h, 4 transfers.
How much is a bus ticket from London to Istanbul?
The best price in our latest check was €291. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the bus from London to Istanbul?
FlixBus. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the bus or the flight better?
The flight is faster at 3h 40m. It is cheaper too, at €160.
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