How to Get from Edirne to Istanbul
Edirne to Istanbul is 214 km in a straight line, and the fastest option takes 1h by plane. The trip takes 2h 30m by bus.
On Routavio you can compare the ways from Edirne to Istanbul by price and travel time (route calculated on 8 November 2026).
- First bus at 02:30, last at 19:00
Compare the ways to get there. Then check them for your own date.
Start with the Whole Journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Edirne to Istanbul. The most useful door-to-door route takes 2h 30m by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 214 km apart in a straight line. The operators below come from a real route search.
214 km in a straight line
Which Way Suits You?
| Transport | Ticket price | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €28Older observation | 1hFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €7Our estimate, not a fare we saw | 2h 30mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€28Older observation1h · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€7Our estimate, not a fare we saw2h 30m · directSee Bus details
These figures come from different days, and some are our estimates. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Edirne to Istanbul: Cheapest or Fastest?
Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Edirne → İstanbul Dudullubus
Metro Turizm·2h 30m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Which Date Should You Go?
An amount is a fare we saw earlier; with "around" in front it is our estimate. Neither is a live offer. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
- Tue, Nov 10around €7
- Wed, Nov 11around €7
- Thu, Nov 12around €7
- Fri, Nov 13around €7
- Sat, Nov 14around €7
- Sun, Nov 15around €7
- Mon, Nov 16around €7
- Tue, Nov 17around €7
- Wed, Nov 18around €7
- Thu, Nov 19around €7
- Fri, Nov 20around €7
- Sat, Nov 21around €7
- Sun, Nov 22around €7
- Mon, Nov 23around €7
- Thu, Dec 3around €7
- Fri, Dec 4around €7
- Sat, Dec 5around €7
- Sun, Dec 6around €7
- Mon, Dec 7around €7
- Tue, Dec 8around €7
- Wed, Dec 9around €7
Departures from Edirne to Istanbul
FlixBus publishes departures from 02:30 to 19:00.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | · | 02:30 | 19:00 |
| Kamil Koçbus | 8 | 05:30 | 20:00 |
| Metro Turizmbus | · | · | · |
| Buzlu Turizmbus | · | · | · |
All departures FlixBus
- 02:30
- 05:30
- 06:30
- 07:45
- 08:00
- 09:00
- 11:00
- 12:00
- 14:00
- 16:00
- 17:00
- 19:00
All departures Kamil Koç
- 05:30
- 08:30
- 12:00
- 13:00
- 14:00
- 15:30
- 19:00
- 20:00
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, we do not hold a published timetable for that operator. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and Arrival
Operators Seen on These Journeys
Metro TurizmEdirne-İstanbul DudulluBook →
Pegasus AirlinesBalıkesir Koca Seyit Airport-Sabiha Gökçen AirportSee live options and dates →On this route you travel with Metro Turizm, Pegasus Airlines.
How the Trip from Edirne to Istanbul Works
Routavio built this route from its own route data on 8 November 2026. Start with a Metro Turizm bus from Edirne to İstanbul Dudullu, about 2h 30m. In total it's roughly €7 over 2h 30m, direct, no transfers.
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Edirne to Istanbul: Common Questions
How long does it take to get from Edirne to Istanbul?
Routavio's route check on 8 November 2026 puts the most useful route at about 2h 30m by bus, with no transfer.
When is the first bus from Edirne to Istanbul?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 02:30 and the last at 19:00, according to the published timetable.
How far is Istanbul from Edirne?
About 214 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Edirne to Istanbul cost?
Our estimate for the route we recommend is around €7. We have not seen it as a fare. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Edirne to Istanbul?
According to Routavio's route data, on this route you travel with Metro Turizm, Pegasus Airlines.
Can you get from Edirne to Istanbul without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 2h 30m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Edirne to Istanbul?
Routavio's comparison usually points to a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and Method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables. The price here is our estimate, not a guarantee.
Operators: Metro Turizm, Pegasus Airlines
Route calculated: 8 Nov 2026