Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Esenler Otogarı | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Cologne CGN Airport (train station) | Esenler Otogarı | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Cologne CGN Airport (train station) | Esenler Otogarı | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Cologne CGN Airport (train station) | Esenler Otogarı | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Cologne CGN Airport (train station) | Esenler Otogarı | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to go from Cologne to Istanbul Europe
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Istanbul Europe. The journey takes about 23 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $141, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average Price$180 - $182 | Average Duration1d 8h | 50kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average Price$141 - $188 | Average Duration23h 50m | 85kg 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
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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 traveling 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 $180. The average price for this route is around $180. 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 trip duration from Cologne to Istanbul Europe is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 1238 miles (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 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 10:45am. 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 recommended mode of travel 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 most timely service from Cologne 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 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 Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $180To 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 $180 to $182 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 $180 which is on 2025-12-02.
