Compare 2 ways to go from Cologne to Istanbul Europe.

Average Price$180 - $215Average Duration1d 9h
50kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average Price$150 - $228Average Duration1d 1h
83kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling 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 1 day, 1 hour and with fares starting at just $150, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day
1d 1hAverage Duration
$150Cheapest ticket
83kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Cologne to Istanbul Europe: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$212
Average bus trip duration1d 9h
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure10:45am
Distance1238 miles (1996 km)

Cologne to Istanbul Europe Bus

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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$215
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$212
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Istanbul Europe was searched and found on Aug 2, 2025 with a price of $212

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 $212 to $216 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 $212 which is on 2025-08-02.

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Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Cologne to Istanbul Europe but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Cologne to Istanbul Europe.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Cologne to Istanbul Europe will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Cologne to Istanbul Europe, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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