How much is the bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Istanbul Europe?

The cheapest bus tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Istanbul Europe start from $180. The average price for this route is around $181. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Frankfurt am Main to Istanbul Europe?

The average bus trip duration from Frankfurt am Main to Istanbul Europe is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 1154 miles (1861 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Yazıcıoğlu Turizm .

Which bus companies service the Frankfurt am Main to Istanbul Europe route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Frankfurt am Main to Istanbul Europe?

The earliest bus departs from Frankfurt am Main to Istanbul Europe at 1:45pm. And the latest bus departs at 1:45pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Istanbul Europe?

A bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Istanbul Europe generates an estimated 47 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Frankfurt am Main 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.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Frankfurt am Main to Istanbul Europe?

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

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Frankfurt am Main 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.

Bus Frankfurt am Main to Istanbul Europe from $180 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Istanbul Europe on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:20pm	Frankfurt central station	1d 16h	11:10am	Esenler Otogarı	No tags
Bus	4:20pm	Frankfurt Hbf	1d 16h	11:10am	Esenler Otogarı	No tags
Bus	1:45pm	FRANKFURT	1d 5h	9:15pm	Esenler Otogarı	No tags
Bus	1:45pm	FRANKFURT	1d 5h	9:15pm	Esenler Otogarı	No tags
Bus	1:45pm	FRANKFURT	1d 5h	9:15pm	Esenler Otogarı	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Frankfurt am Main to Istanbul Europe

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Istanbul Europe. The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $180, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

1d 5hAverage Duration

1154 milesDistance

47kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$180 - $182	Average Duration1d 5h	CO₂ emissions 47kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$242 - $242	Average Duration23h 20m	CO₂ emissions 77kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Frankfurt am Main and Istanbul Europe?

Stops in Frankfurt am Main

A
Frankfurt Airport
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B
Hbf
Am Hauptbahnhof 8, 60329 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
C
Südbahnhof
Hedderichstraße 51, 60594 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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D
Frankfurt Onibus
Stephanstraße 10, 60547 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
E
Braubachstraße 41
Braubachstraße 41, 60311 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
F
Flughafen Hahn Airport (HHN)
Flugplatz Hahn 850, 55483 Lautzenhausen, Germany

Stops in Istanbul Europe

A
Esenler Otogarı
Esenler Otogarı, 34035 Bayrampaşa / İstanbul, Turkey
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B
Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı
Güzeltepe, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı İstanbul, Türkiye, 34060 Eyüp, Turkey
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C
İstanbul
Altıntepsi, O-3, 34220 , Esenler/İstanbul, , Turkey
D
Büyükçekmece
Fatih Mahallesi, Rıza Küçükoğlupaşa Cd., 34500 Büyükçekmece/İstanbul, Turkey
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E
Atakent
Atakent Mahallesi, Kamelya Sk. No:59, 34307 Küçükçekmece/İstanbul, Turkey
F
Harem
Üsküdar Harem Sahil Yolu, 34668 Üsküdar/Harem/İstanbul, , Turkey

Compare bus companies

Yazıcıoğlu Turizm

FlixBus

3.5/511,477 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

TR bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main to Istanbul Europe by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Istanbul Europe?
The cheapest bus tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Istanbul Europe start from $180. The average price for this route is around $181. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Frankfurt am Main to Istanbul Europe?
The average bus trip duration from Frankfurt am Main to Istanbul Europe is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 1154 miles (1861 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Yazıcıoğlu Turizm.
Which bus companies service the Frankfurt am Main to Istanbul Europe route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Yazıcıoğlu Turizm, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Frankfurt am Main to Istanbul Europe?
The earliest bus departs from Frankfurt am Main to Istanbul Europe at 1:45pm. And the latest bus departs at 1:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Istanbul Europe?
A bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Istanbul Europe generates an estimated 47 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Frankfurt am Main 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.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Frankfurt am Main to Istanbul Europe?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Frankfurt am Main 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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The cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Istanbul Europe was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $182

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

You can expect to pay from $182 to $182 for a bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Istanbul Europe based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $182 which is on 2025-12-02.