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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Istanbul to Belgrade
Cheapest price on Sep 14
€50
Average ticket price on Sep 14
€50
Fastest journey on Sep 14
14 h 25 m
Average journey duration on Sep 14
14 h 25 m
Buses on Sep 14
1
Distance
809 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Istanbul to Belgrade is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Istanbul to Belgrade will cost around €50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €50.
On Mon, Sep 14, we found 1 buses from Istanbul to Belgrade, including 1 direct services.
On Mon, Sep 14 the direct buses cover the 809 km distance in an average of 14 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 14 h 25 m .
On Mon, Sep 14 the slowest buses will take 14 h 25 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.
FlixBus9:00 PM14h25Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)10:25 AMBeograd, Autobuska stanica (Novi Beograd) (Београд, Аутобуска станица (Нови Београд))€501One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus9:00 PM14h25Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)10:25 AMBeograd, Autobuska stanica (Novi Beograd) (Београд, Аутобуска станица (Нови Београд))€501One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Istanbul to Belgrade
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Istanbul to Belgrade among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €50 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 29m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.8 - 2.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €50, while a flight costs an average of €182.
Distance: 809 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
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€50 Average price Cheapest | €182 Average price | €159 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
15h 3m Average total duration 14h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 29m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 9h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.4 - 4.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Istanbul to Belgrade:
A bus is €131 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Istanbul to Belgrade costing on average €182.
Other travel options to Belgrade take longer:
Bus takes on average 14h 33m.
Live departures
Istanbul to Belgrade bus times
The table below shows live departures for Istanbul to Belgrade buses for today, Sunday, September 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| FlixBus | 9:00 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 14h25 | 10:25 AM Beograd, Autobuska stanica (Novi Beograd) (Београд, Аутобуска станица (Нови Београд)) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Why book with Omio vs City Lines?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for City Lines, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus, Luks Yonca or Luks Yonca to find the best option for your trip from Istanbul to Belgrade.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Istanbul to Belgrade
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Buses from Istanbul to Belgrade run on average 1 times per day, taking around 14h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €42 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:00, the last at 20:00. The fastest bus covers the 809 km distance in 14h 25m.
Distance 809 km |
Average bus duration 14h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price €42 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 14h 25m |
First bus 7:00 AM |
Last bus 8:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 7 days |
Bus providers: City Lines, FlixBus, Luks Yonca from Istanbul to BelgradeYou can travel by bus between Istanbul to Belgrade with City Lines, FlixBus, Luks Yonca for as low as €42. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Istanbul to Belgrade
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Istanbul to Belgrade by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Belgrade, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- City Lines
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- City Lines
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 20% fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- City Lines
- One carry-on bag up to 8kg (55x35x25) and one checked bag up to 25kg (70x50x30).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- City Lines
- 10€ per additional bag up to 25 kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- City Lines
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Istanbul to Belgrade
Most Istanbul to Belgrade buses use the Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler) to Beograd, Autobuska stanica (Novi Beograd) (Београд, Аутобуска станица (Нови Београд)) station pair. Use this guide to compare Istanbul and Belgrade bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Istanbul station do buses to Belgrade leave from?
Getting to Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler) from Istanbul city centre
Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler) is 5 km from Istanbul city centre. Public transport options include:
Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler) bus station facilities and services
Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Terminal (in the station), Kebab Express (0.2 km), Simit Sarayı (0.3 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and throughout the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler): Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Istanbul, Hotel Amir from Istanbul city centre
Istanbul, Hotel Amir is 1 km from Istanbul city centre. Public transport options include:
Istanbul, Hotel Amir bus station facilities and services
Istanbul, Hotel Amir has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Hotel dining options available.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Available for hotel guests. ATMs are available at Istanbul, Hotel Amir.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Istanbul, Hotel Amir.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Istanbul, Hotel Amir: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Istanbul, Hotel Amir: Facilities accessible for persons with disabilities.
Getting to Beograd, Autobuska stanica (Novi Beograd) (Београд, Аутобуска станица (Нови Београд)) from Belgrade city centre
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