The cheapest and fastest coaches from Alexandroupoli to Istanbul
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
3 h 15 m
Average duration
3 h 18 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
259 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Alexandroupoli to Istanbul is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alexandroupoli to Istanbul will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £24.
Of the 2 buses that leave Alexandroupoli for Istanbul every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 259 km distance in an average of 3 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 20 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.
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6540543Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Alexandroupoli to Istanbul
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Alexandroupoli to Istanbul among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 4h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a flight costs an average of £94.
Distance: 259 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|
£24 Average Price Cheapest | £225 Average Price |
5h 29m Average total duration Fastest 4h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 57m Average total duration 9h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Alexandroupoli to Istanbul bus times
The table below shows live departures for Alexandroupoli to Istanbul coaches for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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0 | 11:35 Alexandroupoli, Vasileos Alexandrou / Dim. Karaoli (Αλεξανδρούπολη, Βασιλέως Αλεξάνδρου / Δημ. Καραολή) | 3h15 | 14:50 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 0 changesdirect | |
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6540543 | 02:40 Alexandroupoli, Vasileos Alexandrou / Dim. Karaoli (Αλεξανδρούπολη, Βασιλέως Αλεξάνδρου / Δημ. Καραολή) | 3h20 | 06:00 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Alexandroupoli to Istanbul
Buses from Alexandroupoli to Istanbul run on average 1 times per day, taking around 4h 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 22:00. The fastest coach covers the 259 km distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 259 km |
Average bus duration 4h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 3h 15m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 22:00 |
Bus providers: ArdaTur, Infobus from Alexandroupoli to IstanbulYou can travel by bus between Alexandroupoli to Istanbul with ArdaTur, Infobus for as low as £22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Alexandroupoli to Istanbul coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alexandroupoli to Istanbul by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Istanbul, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- ArdaTur
- Passengers with disabilities receive discounts and priority seating, and folding wheelchairs are transported free of charge with advance registration.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- ArdaTur
- 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.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- ArdaTur
- One piece of hand luggage up to 15 kg and two pieces of checked luggage up to 35 kg each are included.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- ArdaTur
- Additional baggage or cargo is accepted for transport if there is free space and for a separate charge.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Alexandroupoli and Istanbul
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Terminal (in the station)
- Kebab Express (0.2 km)
- Simit Sarayı (0.3 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Metro: M1A Bus: 83O, 91E, 97G
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