Bus from Cologne to Istanbul Europe: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Cologne to Istanbul Europe on 29 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Yazıcıoğlu TurizmBus
    		Cologne CGN Airport (train station)
    		Esenler OtogarıCheapestFastest

    Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 09:46 CET.

    Compare 2 ways to travel from Cologne to Istanbul Europe

    We recommend carpooling

    Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Istanbul Europe. The journey takes about 23 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £109, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    2carpool per day
    23h 50mAverage duration
    1251 milesDistance
    85kgCO₂ emissions
    Bus
    		Average price£140 - £141Average duration1d 8h
    50kg CO₂e
    Carpool
    		Average price£109 - £145Average duration23h 50m
    85kg CO₂e

    Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Cologne to Istanbul Europe

    Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

    1. How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Istanbul Europe?

      The cheapest coach tickets from Cologne to Istanbul Europe start from £140. The average price for this route is around £140. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

    2. How long is the bus journey from Cologne to Istanbul Europe?

      The average bus journey time from Cologne to Istanbul Europe is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 1238 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1d 8h and is operated by Yazıcıoğlu Turizm.

    3. Which bus companies service the Cologne to Istanbul Europe route?

      Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Yazıcıoğlu Turizm, FlixBus.

    4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cologne to Istanbul Europe?

      The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Istanbul Europe at 10:45. And the latest bus departs at 10:45.

    5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Istanbul Europe?

      A bus journey from Cologne to Istanbul Europe produces an estimated 50 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

    6. Which is the best bus company from Cologne to Istanbul Europe?

      According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11380 reviews.

    7. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Cologne to Istanbul Europe?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

    8. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cologne to Istanbul Europe?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

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    To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cologne to Istanbul Europe as early as possible.

    You can expect to pay from £140 to £140 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Istanbul Europe based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £140, which is on 2025-11-29.

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