Istanbul to Santorini by bus + ferry
This route from Istanbul to Santorini is not by bus the whole way: by bus, ferry it takes about 32h 15m in total, run by FlixBus, SeaJets/Blue Star. A quicker option we found is flight, at 1h 20m.
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The journey, step by step
- 1busİstanbul Esenler Otogarı → Sofia
FlixBus - 2busSofia → AthensFlixBus
- 3ferryAthens → SantoriniSeaJets/Blue Star
bus or flight?
| Transport | Price | Duration | Transfers |
|---|---|---|---|
| bus | €187 | 32h 15m | 2 transfers |
| flight | €172 | 1h 20m | direct |
All rows come from the same recent route search. Exact fares depend on your travel date.
Istanbul to Santorini by bus: common questions
How long does Istanbul to Santorini take by bus?
The bus does not cover the whole route: bus + ferry together take about 32h 15m, 2 transfers.
How much is a bus ticket from Istanbul to Santorini?
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 Istanbul to Santorini?
FlixBus, SeaJets/Blue Star. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the bus or the flight better?
The flight is faster at 1h 20m. It is cheaper too, at €172.
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