How to get from Istanbul to Split
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At a glance
Fastest
17h 30m
1 transfer
Flight + Bus
€102
Cheapest
27h 30m
2 transfers
Bus
€97
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 20 Sep 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Istanbul to Split. The most useful door-to-door route takes 27h 30m by bus, 2 transfers. The two cities are about 1065 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This is the lowest fare we have recorded for this route in the last 14 days.
This fare comes from a search on September 17, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
1065 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €106Older observation | 17h 30mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €97Checked Sep 17 | 27h 30m2 transfers | See Bus details |
- Flight€106Older observation17h 30m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€97Checked Sep 1727h 30m · 2 transfersSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Istanbul to Split: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Istanbul → Sofiabus
ArdaTur·7h 55m - 2Sofia → Zagrebbus
FlixBus·12h 40m - 3Zagreb → SplitbusFlixBus·5h
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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Flight prices by day, Istanbul to Split
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
September 2026
€105October 2026
€93Departure and arrival
Operators seen on these journeys
ArdaTurIstanbul-SofiaBook →FlixBusSofia-Zagreb, Zagreb-Split, Budapest Kelenföld-SplitBook →
Pegasus AirlinesSabiha Gökçen Airport-Budapest Ferenc LisztSee live options and dates →On this route you travel with ArdaTur, FlixBus, Pegasus Airlines; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Istanbul to Split works
Start with a ArdaTur bus from Istanbul to Sofia, about 7h 55m. Transfer in Sofia and continue by FlixBus bus on to Zagreb (12h 40m). Transfer in Zagreb and continue by FlixBus bus on to Split (5h). In total it's roughly €97 over 27h 30m, 2 transfers.
Istanbul to Split: common questions
How long does it take to get from Istanbul to Split?
The most useful route takes about 27h 30m by bus, 2 transfers.
How far is Split from Istanbul?
About 1065 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Istanbul to Split cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €97. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Istanbul to Split?
On this route you travel with ArdaTur, FlixBus, Pegasus Airlines.
Can you get from Istanbul to Split without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 27h 30m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Split?
Usually 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, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: ArdaTur, FlixBus
Route calculated: 20 Sep 2026
Prices checked: 17 Sep 2026