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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from San Sebastián Station to Istanbul

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Transport providers

Airlines

Vueling Airlines

Website:
vueling.com/
Plane from San Sebastián Airport to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
7h 25m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Thursday
Estimated price:
$126.58–$594.92
Plane from Bilbao Airport to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
7h 35m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Thursday
Estimated price:
$94.93–$417.71

Turkish Airlines

Website:
turkishairlines.com/
Plane from San Sebastián Airport to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
6h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$227.84–$759.47
Plane from Bilbao Airport to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
4h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$151.89–$506.31

Bus operators

ALSA

Phone:
+34 910 207 007
Email:
alsa@alsa.es
Website:
alsa.com/en/web/bus/home
Bus from Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián to Bilbao
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$9.49–$15.19
Bus from Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián to Vitoria-Gasteiz
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$9.49–$15.19

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Sofia to İstanbul
Ave. Duration:
8h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$53.16–$75.95
Bus from Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián to Bilbao
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$12.66–$17.72
Bus from Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián to Vitoria-Gasteiz
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.66–$17.72

BlaBlaCar Bus

Phone:
+33 18 57 62 228
Website:
blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián to Bilbao
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$13.92–$21.52
Bus from Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián to Vitoria-Gasteiz
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$13.92–$21.52

Union Ivkoni

Phone:
07001 8282
Email:
booking@union-ivkoni.com
Website:
union-ivkoni.com/
Bus from San Sebastian Central Bus Station to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
40h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$101.26–$177.21
Bus from Karlsruhe Hinterm Hauptbahnhof to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
25h 45m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$69.62–$113.92

Citylines

Phone:
+3590885700870
Email:
support@citylines.eu
Website:
citylines.eu/
Bus from Sofia to İstanbul
Ave. Duration:
9h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$31.64–$41.77

Alpar Turizm

Phone:
+90 212 658 18 51
Email:
info@alparturizm.com.tr
Website:
alparturizm.com.tr/en/
Bus from Sofia to İstanbul
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$24.05–$37.97

Yubim

Phone:
02 981 1040
Email:
travel@yubim.eu
Website:
yubim.eu/
Bus from Vitoria-Gasteiz to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
43h 41m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$139.24–$189.87

Kamil Koc

Phone:
444 0 562
Email:
kamilkoc@kamilkoc.com.tr
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Sofia to İstanbul
Ave. Duration:
8h 30m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$15.19–$21.52

Arda Tur

Phone:
0700 20 544
Website:
ardatur.bg
Bus from Sofia to İstanbul
Ave. Duration:
9h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$34.18–$48.10

Train operators

TGV inOui

Phone:
+33 1 84 94 36 35
Website:
sncf-connect.com/en-en
Train from Hendaye to Massy
Ave. Duration:
4h 36m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$139.24–$240.50
Train from Massy Tgv to Karlsruhe
Ave. Duration:
3h 23m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$107.59–$189.87

OptimaExpress

Phone:
+49 89 54880111
Email:
info@optimatours.de
Website:
optimatours.de/index.php
Train from Villach Hbf/Bbf to Edirne
Ave. Duration:
31h 31m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$255.64–$1,270.77

Turkish Railways (TCDD)

Phone:
+90 444 8 233
Email:
cozum@tcddtasimacilik.gov.tr
Website:
tcdd.gov.tr/
Train from Sofia to Halkalı
Ave. Duration:
10h 49m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$6.96–$92.14

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from San Sebastián Station to Istanbul?

The cheapest way to get from San Sebastián Station to Istanbul is to bus which costs $119.57 - $195.65 and takes 2 days 1h.

What is the fastest way to get from San Sebastián Station to Istanbul?

The fastest way to get from San Sebastián Station to Istanbul is to bus and fly which takes 9h 12m and costs $92.39 - $380.43 .

Is there a direct bus between San Sebastián Station and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct bus from San Sebastián Station station to Istanbul station. However, there are services departing from San Sebastian Central Bus Station and arriving at İstanbul Esenler bus station via Sofia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 1h.

How far is it from San Sebastián Station to Istanbul?

The distance between San Sebastián Station and Istanbul is 2573 km. The road distance is 3167.3 km.

How do I travel from San Sebastián Station to Istanbul without a car?

The best way to get from San Sebastián Station to Istanbul without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 1h and costs $119.57 - $195.65 .

How long does it take to get from San Sebastián Station to Istanbul?

It takes approximately 10h 16m to get from San Sebastián Station to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Sebastián Station to Istanbul bus from?

San Sebastián Station to Istanbul bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, depart from San Sebastian Central Bus Station.

Bus or fly from San Sebastián Station to Istanbul?

The best way to get from San Sebastián Station to Istanbul is to fly which takes 10h 16m and costs $119.57 - $510.87 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $119.57 - $195.65 and takes 2 days 1h.

Where does the San Sebastián Station to Istanbul bus arrive?

San Sebastián Station to Istanbul bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, arrive at Sofia Serdica Bus Stop station.

Can I drive from San Sebastián Station to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between San Sebastián Station to Istanbul is 3167 km. It takes approximately 29h 31m to drive from San Sebastián Station to Istanbul.

Which airlines fly from San Sebastián Airport Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Vueling Airlines, Iberia and Turkish Airlines offer flights from San Sebastián Airport Airport to Istanbul Airport.

How do I get a bus ticket from San Sebastián Station to Istanbul?

Book your San Sebastián Station to Istanbul bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 4660+ hotels available in Istanbul. Prices start at $22.90 per night.
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