Cologne to Istanbul by bus
Travelling from Cologne to Istanbul by bus takes about 43h 40m, run by FlixBus. The fastest option on this route is flight, at 3h 10m.
Recent best price
€187
43h 40m·1 transfer
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 → Bucharest
FlixBus - 2busBucharest → BayrampaşaFlixBus
bus or flight?
| Transport | Price | Duration | Transfers |
|---|---|---|---|
| bus | €187 | 43h 40m | 1 transfer |
| Recommended | €60 | 3h 10m | direct |
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 40m, 1 transfer.
How much is a bus ticket from Cologne to Istanbul?
The best price in our latest check was €187. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the bus from Cologne to Istanbul?
FlixBus. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the bus or the flight better?
The flight is faster at 3h 10m. The bus wins on price.
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