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Overview: Train from London to Istanbul

	Distance	1549 miles (2498 km)
	Direct train	Yes

Trains from London to Istanbul cover the 1549 miles (2498 km) long journey with our travel partners like. There are direct train services available.

Travel Tips: Trains from London to Istanbul

Travel by train to Istanbul easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from London to Istanbul.

Are there COVID-19 travel restrictions for trains between London and Istanbul?

Travel between London, United Kingdom and Istanbul, Turkey by train is: Partially open.

What is the status of international entry into Turkey from United Kingdom?

International entry status: Entry is partially open for citizens and permanent residents of United Kingdom

Do I need to self-quarantine on arrival in Turkey from London?

Conditions of entry:

Negative COVID-19 test issued at most 3 days before arrival
Travellers who have recovered from COVID-19 in the last 6 months are exempt from providing a negative COVID-19 test (certificate needed)
Travellers with a certificate of vaccination are exempt from providing a negative COVID-19 test
Passenger Locator Form (PLF) required

What are the safety rules to follow in Istanbul, Turkey?

When travelling in Turkey, you must follow these COVID-19 safety rules:

Physical distance requirement: 2 metre (s) (7 feet)
Face mask requirement: Mandatory

The information above was last checked on 28/01/2022. This can change before your date of travel so please review the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your train to Istanbul from London before travelling.

What is the restriction level for the return leg of a round trip journey from Istanbul, Turkey to London, United Kingdom?

The current restriction level for your return trip by train from Istanbul to London is: Partially open

Are there any international entry restrictions on returning to United Kingdom from Turkey?

Reentry to United Kingdom is allowed for: Entry is partially open for citizens and permanent residents of Turkey

Do I need to quarantine on arrival in United Kingdom from Istanbul?

What are the entry requirements?

Negative COVID-19 test issued at most 2 days before arrival for unvaccinated travellers
Prebook and pay for day 2 and day 8 COVID-19 PCR tests for unvaccinated travellers
10-day mandatory self-quarantine
Travellers with a certificate of vaccination are exempt from compulsory quarantine
Prebook and pay for a COVID-19 test, to be taken on the end of day 1 for vaccinated travellers
Passenger Locator Form (PLF) required

What are the safety rules to follow in London, United Kingdom?

The government of United Kingdom has imposed these measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19:

Physical distance: 1 metre (s) (3 feet)
Face mask: Recommended

Last verified on 28/01/2022. We do our best to keep this information up to date, but regulations can change so please double check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations ahead of your Istanbul to London train here.

What is the distance to Istanbul from London by train?

The distance to Istanbul from London by train is approximately 1549 miles (2498 km).

Important Stations and Airports for this Journey

London

Istanbul

The major railway station for departures from London is London Victoria. Read all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London Victoria for your trip from London to Istanbul.

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Address

Euston Road, London, Greater London, NW1 2RT, United Kingdom

Phone Number

+44 3457114141

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Fri: 06: 00 - 00: 00 | Sat: 06: 00 - 23: 00 | Sun: 07: 00 - 00: 00

Public transport options for London Euston

Tube lines: Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan, Northern (Bank and Charing Cross branches), Victoria
Overground lines: Watford DC
Bus lines: 18, 30, 59, 68, 73, 91, 168, 205, 253, 390, N5, N20, N73, N91, N205, N253
Rail lines: London North Western Railway, London Overground, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper

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Euston Rd, London N1 9AL, United Kingdom

Phone Number

+44 3457114141

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Fri: 05: 00 - 01: 36 | Sat: 05: 00 - 00: 36 | Sun: 05: 30 - 01: 36

Public transport options for London Kings Cross

Underground lines: Circle, Piccadilly, Hammersmith & City, Northern, Metropolitan, Victoria
Bus lines: 10, 17, 30, 45, 46, 59, 63, 73, 91, 205, 214, 259, 390, 476
Train lines: Thameslink, Grand Central, Hull, London North Eastern, Gatwick Express

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Praed Street, London, Greater London, W2 1HQ, United Kingdom

Phone Number

+44 3457114141

Ticket Office Hours

24/7

Public transport options for London Paddington

Underground lines: Bakerloo Line, Circle Line, District Line, Hammersmith Line
Bus lines: N7, 23, 27, N27, 36, 205, N205, 332, 7, 46, A1, 18, N18
Train lines: Great Western Main Line, Heathrow Express

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Address

Pancras Road, London, Greater London, N1C 4QP, UK

Phone Number

+44 2078437688

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Fri: 05: 45 - 22: 00 | Sat: 06: 00 - 21: 00 | Sun: 08: 00 - 22: 15

Public transport options for London St Pancras International

Subway lines: Circle Line, Hammersmith & City Line, Metropolitan Line, Northern Line, Piccadilly Line, Victoria Line
Train lines: Overground line, High Speed 1, Eurostar
Bus lines: 326, 139