The cheapest and fastest coaches from Istanbul to Alexandroupoli
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£23
Fastest journey
4 h 40 m
Average duration
4 h 40 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
259 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Istanbul to Alexandroupoli is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Istanbul to Alexandroupoli will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £23.
Of the 1 buses that leave Istanbul for Alexandroupoli every day 1 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 4 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 40 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.
730746916:304h40Istanbul21:10Alexandroupoli£231One-way0 changes
730746916:304h40Istanbul21:10Alexandroupoli£231One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Istanbul to Alexandroupoli
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Istanbul to Alexandroupoli among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 5h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a flight costs an average of £86.
Distance: 259 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|
£24 Average Price Cheapest | £231 Average Price |
5h 51m Average total duration Fastest 5h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 20m Average total duration 9h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Istanbul to Alexandroupoli bus times
The table below shows live departures for Istanbul to Alexandroupoli coaches for today, Thursday 30 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
7306591 | 12:00 Istanbul | 4h30 | 16:30 Alexandroupoli | 0 changesdirect | |
7270558 | 16:30 Istanbul | 4h40 | 21:10 Alexandroupoli | 0 changesdirect | |
7303103 | 21:30 Istanbul | 4h15 | 1:45 Alexandroupoli | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Istanbul to Alexandroupoli by coach or flight
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Why should you book Istanbul to Alexandroupoli coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs ArdaTur?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for ArdaTur, but also compare tickets for the likes of Infobus or Alpar Turizm to find the best option for your trip from Istanbul to Alexandroupoli.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare ArdaTur with all available travel options, which are bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Istanbul to Alexandroupoli.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Istanbul to Alexandroupoli
Buses from Istanbul to Alexandroupoli run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 259 km distance in 4h 15m.
Distance 259 km |
Average bus duration 5h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 4h 15m |
First bus 0:30 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 7 days |
Bus providers: ArdaTur, Infobus, Alpar Turizm from Istanbul to AlexandroupoliYou can travel by bus between Istanbul to Alexandroupoli with ArdaTur, Infobus, Alpar Turizm for as low as £23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Istanbul to Alexandroupoli coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Istanbul to Alexandroupoli 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 Alexandroupoli, 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 Istanbul and Alexandroupoli
Most Istanbul to Alexandroupoli buses use the Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler) to Alexandroupoli, Vasileos Alexandrou / Dim. Karaoli (Αλεξανδρούπολη, Βασιλέως Αλεξάνδρου / Δημ. Καραολή) station pair. Use this guide to compare Istanbul and Alexandroupoli bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Istanbul station do buses to Alexandroupoli 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.
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