Alexandroupoli to Istanbul bus with ArdaTur

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Alexandroupoli to Istanbul

Showing times and prices for Nov 05

Cheapest price

€22

Average price

€26

Fastest journey

3 h 15 m

Average duration

3 h 52 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

259 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Alexandroupoli to Istanbul is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Alexandroupoli to Istanbul will cost around €26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €22.

Fast buses

Of the 3 buses that leave Alexandroupoli for Istanbul on Wed, Nov 05, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Nov 05 the direct buses cover the 259 km distance in an average of 3 h 52 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 15 m .

On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest buses will take 5 h 1 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

Infobus0
11:59PM5h01
Alexandroupoli, Vasileos Alexandrou / Dim. Karaoli (Αλεξανδρούπολη, Βασιλέως Αλεξάνδρου / Δημ. Καραολή)
06:00AMIstanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)
€221One-way
0 transfers
Ardatur6120122
01:35PM3h15
Alexandroupoli, Vasileos Alexandrou / Dim. Karaoli (Αλεξανδρούπολη, Βασιλέως Αλεξάνδρου / Δημ. Καραολή)
05:50PMIstanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)
€281One-way
0 transfers
Ardatur6116306
04:40AM3h20
Alexandroupoli, Vasileos Alexandrou / Dim. Karaoli (Αλεξανδρούπολη, Βασιλέως Αλεξάνδρου / Δημ. Καραολή)
09:00AMIstanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)
€281One-way
0 transfers

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Compare bus and flight for Alexandroupoli to Istanbul

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Alexandroupoli to Istanbul among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, and a flight costs an average of €103.

Distance: 259 km

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Flight

€26

Average price

Cheapest

€248

Average price

5h 29m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 59m

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30m

Additional time*

12h 57m

Average total duration

9h 57m

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3h 0m

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Alexandroupoli to Istanbul bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 5
Last updated at 10:27 PM
Last updated at 10:27 PM

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infobus_ardatur61163062:40 AM Alexandroupoli, Vasileos Alexandrou / Dim. Karaoli (Αλεξανδρούπολη, Βασιλέως Αλεξάνδρου / Δημ. Καραολή)
3h20
6:00 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)0 transfersDirect
infobus_ardatur612012211:35 AM Alexandroupoli, Vasileos Alexandrou / Dim. Karaoli (Αλεξανδρούπολη, Βασιλέως Αλεξάνδρου / Δημ. Καραολή)
3h15
2:50 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)0 transfersDirect
ams_infobus09:59 PM Alexandroupoli, Vasileos Alexandrou / Dim. Karaoli (Αλεξανδρούπολη, Βασιλέως Αλεξάνδρου / Δημ. Καραολή)
5h01
3:00 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Alexandroupoli to Istanbul

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Buses from Alexandroupoli to Istanbul run on average 1 times per day, taking around 4h 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €24 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
259 km
Average bus duration
4h 59m
Cheapest ticket price
€24
Buses per day
1
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
3h 15m
First bus
00:30
Last bus
22:00
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: ArdaTur, Infobus from Alexandroupoli to IstanbulYou can travel by bus between Alexandroupoli to Istanbul with ArdaTur, Infobus for as low as €24. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Infobus

About
Infobus is an international IT company that operates as an online service for finding and purchasing bus, train, and plane tickets, rather than being a bus company itself. Established in 2002, Infobus acts as an intermediary between passengers and various transport carriers, particularly helping smaller bus companies offer online booking services. They utilize their own \BusSystem\" to manage routes and ticket sales globally. Infobus covers over 30 countries and 300 cities, offering a wide range of routes and daily departures. While amenities can vary by carrier, Infobus aims to provide affordable and convenient travel with features like online booking, 24/7 support, and prompt notifications."
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 1m
Cheapest Price
€20
Infobus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; may require prior reservation and an additional fee.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets may require a separate ticket.

ArdaTur

About
ArdaTur is a bus company based in Haskovo, Bulgaria, established in 1991. It offers extensive bus services across seven countries, including Bulgaria, Greece, Turkey, Austria, the Czech Republic, Hungary, and Germany. ArdaTur operates over 233 daily departures, primarily from major cities like Istanbul, Sofia, and Thessaloniki, providing both intercity and regional routes. The company emphasizes passenger comfort with amenities such as Wi-Fi, restrooms, individual monitors, and complimentary food and drinks on international lines. ArdaTur maintains a modern fleet of over 80 luxury buses and has its own garage and service facility to ensure vehicle reliability and safety.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 15m
Cheapest Price
€16
ArdaTur frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage up to 15 kg and two pieces of checked luggage up to 35 kg each are included.
Additional luggage
Additional baggage or cargo is accepted for transport if there is free space and for a separate charge.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies vary by ticket class, individual trips, or promotions, with refunds ranging from 50% to 100% depending on the time before departure, and no refunds for cancellations less than 24 hours prior.
Refund
If the trip is delayed through the fault of the carrier, 100% of the ticket value and compensation for direct costs to the place of departure will be refunded with supporting documents.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are possible when buying a ticket or at Arda Tur offices up to 24 hours before departure during weak periods and 72 hours during busy periods.
Toilets
Accessibility
Passengers with disabilities receive discounts and priority seating, and folding wheelchairs are transported free of charge with advance registration.
Bikes
Only foldable bikes are allowed.

FAQs: Bus from Alexandroupoli to Istanbul

FAQs: Take the bus from Alexandroupoli to Istanbul with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Alexandroupoli to Istanbul.
FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Alexandroupoli to Istanbul can start from as little as €20 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Alexandroupoli to Istanbul is €29; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Alexandroupoli to Istanbul coach time is 3 h 15 min   covering the 258 km long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Alexandroupoli to Istanbul leaves at 10: 35. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Alexandroupoli to Istanbul leaves at 21: 59.
When taking a coach from Alexandroupoli to Istanbul, you can count on Arda Tur or Infobus for the best way to get you to Istanbul. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service to Istanbul from Alexandroupoli and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.

When departing from Alexandroupoli, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Alexandroupoli, El. Venizelou - Yperastikó KTEL (Αλεξανδρούπολη, Ελ. Βενιζέλου - Υπεραστικό ΚΤΕΛ), Alexandroupoli, Leof. Dimokratias (Shell) and Alexandroupoli, Vasileos Alexandrou / Dim. Karaoli (Αλεξανδρούπολη, Βασιλέως Αλεξάνδρου / Δημ. Καραολή). When arriving in Istanbul, you can end your route in coach stations like İstanbul, Havalimanı (Tayakadın Terminal Cad. No: 1), Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) and İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Alexandroupoli, El. Venizelou - Yperastikó KTEL (Αλεξανδρούπολη, Ελ. Βενιζέλου - Υπεραστικό ΚΤΕΛ), which is located around 0.2 miles (379 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at İstanbul, Havalimanı (Tayakadın Terminal Cad. No: 1), located 20.1 miles (32.4 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Istanbul from Alexandroupoli is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 15 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Alexandroupoli to Istanbul is January.
Yes, you can take a coach to Istanbul from Alexandroupoli.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Alexandroupoli to Istanbul

Alexandroupoli
Istanbul
The major bus station for departures in Alexandroupoli is Alexandroupoli, Vasileos Alexandrou / Dim. Karaoli (Αλεξανδρούπολη, Βασιλέως Αλεξάνδρου / Δημ. Καραολή). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Alexandroupoli, Vasileos Alexandrou / Dim. Karaoli (Αλεξανδρούπολη, Βασιλέως Αλεξάνδρου / Δημ. Καραολή) for your trip from Alexandroupoli to Istanbul.
Alexandroupoli, Vasileos Alexandrou / Dim. Karaoli (Αλεξανδρούπολη, Βασιλέως Αλεξάνδρου / Δημ. Καραολή)
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Alexandroupoli , El. Venizelou - Yperastikó KTEL (Αλεξανδρούπολη, Ελ. Βενιζέλου - Υπεραστικό ΚΤΕΛ)
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