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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Cologne CGN Airport (train station) | Esenler Otogarı | CheapestFastest |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Cologne to Istanbul Europe
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Istanbul Europe. The journey takes about 1 day, 8 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $257, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average Price$257 - $259 | Average Duration1d 8h | 50kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average Price$268 - $268 | Average Duration1d 6h | 83kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Cologne and Istanbul Europe?
Stops in Cologne
- BBahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
- CGummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
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Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany - E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen - F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany
Stops in Istanbul Europe
- AEsenler Otogarı, 34035 Bayrampaşa / İstanbul, Turkey
- BGüzeltepe, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı İstanbul, Türkiye, 34060 Eyüp, Turkey
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İstanbul
Altıntepsi, O-3, 34220 , Esenler/İstanbul, , Turkey - DFatih Mahallesi, Rıza Küçükoğlupaşa Cd., 34500 Büyükçekmece/İstanbul, Turkey
- E
Atakent
Atakent Mahallesi, Kamelya Sk. No:59, 34307 Küçükçekmece/İstanbul, Turkey - F
Harem
Üsküdar Harem Sahil Yolu, 34668 Üsküdar/Harem/İstanbul, , Turkey
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne 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 Cologne to Istanbul Europe?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Istanbul Europe start from $257. The average price for this route is around $257. 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 Cologne to Istanbul Europe?
The average bus travel time from Cologne to Istanbul Europe is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 1996 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 8h and is operated by Yazıcıoğlu Turizm.
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.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Cologne to Istanbul Europe?
The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Istanbul Europe at 10:45am. And the latest bus departs at 10:45am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Istanbul Europe?
A bus trip from Cologne to Istanbul Europe generates an estimated 50 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What 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.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance 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.
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.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cologne to Istanbul Europe was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $257To 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 $257 to $260 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 $260 which is on 2025-12-04.
What's the cheapest way to go from Cologne to Istanbul Europe?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
