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 62h 20m in total, run by Renfe AVE, FlixBus, ArdaTur. This is the best option we found on this route.
Recommended route
€330
62h 20m·4 transfers
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The journey, step by step
- 1trainMadrid → Barcelona
Renfe AVE - 2busBarcelona → Munich
FlixBus - 3busMunich → ViennaFlixBus
- 4busVienna → Haskovo
ArdaTur - 5busHaskovo → IstanbulArdaTur
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 62h 20m, 4 transfers.
How much is a bus ticket from Madrid to Istanbul?
The best price in our latest check was €330. 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 this the best option on the route?
Yes, by bus is the best option we found: 62h 20m, from €330.
Where else this route goes
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