Istanbul to Athens by ferry
Travelling from Istanbul to Athens by ferry takes about 37h 21m, run by İDO, FlixBus. The fastest option on this route is flight, at 1h 25m.
Recent best price
€158
37h 21m·3 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
- 1ferryIstanbul → Bursa
İDO - 2busBursa → Bayrampaşa
FlixBus - 3busBayrampaşa → SofiaFlixBus
- 4busSofia → AthensFlixBus
ferry or flight?
| Transport | Price | Duration | Transfers |
|---|---|---|---|
| ferry | €158 | 37h 21m | 3 transfers |
| Recommended | €34 | 1h 25m | direct |
All rows come from the same recent route search. Exact fares depend on your travel date.
Istanbul to Athens by ferry: common questions
How long does Istanbul to Athens take by ferry?
About 37h 21m, 3 transfers.
How much is a ferry ticket from Istanbul to Athens?
The best price in our latest check was €158. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the ferry from Istanbul to Athens?
İDO, FlixBus. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the ferry or the flight better?
The flight is faster at 1h 25m. The ferry wins on price.
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