Istanbul to Athens by bus
Travelling from Istanbul to Athens by bus takes about 38h 21m, run by FlixBus. The fastest option on this route is flight, at 1h 25m.
Recent best price
$175
38h 21m·4 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 → Bursa
FlixBus - 2busBursa → GebzeFlixBus
- 3busGebze → BayrampaşaFlixBus
- 4busBayrampaşa → SofiaFlixBus
- 5busSofia → AthensFlixBus
bus or flight?
| Transport | Price | Duration | Transfers |
|---|---|---|---|
| bus | $175 | 38h 21m | 4 transfers |
| Recommended | $39 | 1h 25m | direct |
All rows come from the same recent route search. Exact fares depend on your travel date.
Istanbul to Athens by bus: common questions
How long does Istanbul to Athens take by bus?
About 38h 21m, 4 transfers.
How much is a bus ticket from Istanbul to Athens?
The best price in our latest check was €154. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the bus from Istanbul to Athens?
FlixBus. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the bus or the flight better?
The flight is faster at 1h 25m. The bus wins on price.
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