How to travel from Genoa to İstanbul, Turkey
The distance between Genoa and İstanbul is around 1,854km (1,152 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 45m.
9 routes found
We've found 9 different ways to get from Genoa to İstanbul by plane, train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out İstanbul → Genoa if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Genoa (GOA) to Sabiha Gokcen (SAW).
- Duration4h 45m
- Flight time3h 30m
- Typical cost$210($210)
+ 5 others4 similiar routes
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Bus
Take the bus to Sofia and then to Istanbul Büyük Otogari.
- Duration1 day 9h
- Departs4 times a week
- Typical cost$175($175)
Multiple bus operators
Train and Bus
Take the train to Salzburg Hbf then take the bus to Istanbul.
- Duration1 day 7h
- Departs3 times a week
- Typical cost$46($46)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Genoa and İstanbul
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Genoa to İstanbul by plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take the train which costs around $12 and will take around 1 day 8h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 45m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately $210.
The distance between Genoa and İstanbul is around 1,854km (1,152 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,675km (1,041 miles)
It takes around 4h 45m to get from Genoa and İstanbul by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 19h 35m to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Genoa to İstanbul is to fly which takes around 4h 45m and will set you back approx $210.
The cheapest way to travel between Genoa and İstanbul, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus and then take the train which will typically cost around $12 for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Genoa and İstanbul. We recommend that you fly from Genoa (GOA) to Sabiha Gokcen (SAW). instead which will take 4h 45m.
Bus travel
Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Genoa and İstanbul. It typically takes around 1 day 9h and departs 4 times a week.
There are no direct bus services that runs from Genoa to İstanbul. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Sofia and Istanbul Büyük Otogari. These services run 4 times a week and will take a minimum of 1 day 9h.
Yubim, Georg, Arda Tur, Matpu and Huntur run regular bus services between Genoa and İstanbul. Buses run 4 times a week and take around 1 day 9h on average but will vary depending on you book with.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Genoa and İstanbul. Flights depart from Genoa (GOA) and arrive at Sabiha Gokcen (SAW) - via Rome (FCO). The flight takes around 3h 30m.
There is no direct flight from Genoa to İstanbul. There is however a flight that goes via Rome (FCO). This services will take at least 4h 45m (not including layover time).
The flight from Genoa to İstanbul typically takes around 3h 30m. Flights depart from Genoa (GOA) and and arrive into Sabiha Gokcen (SAW).
The closest major airport to İstanbul is Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) (SAW) which is approximately 31km (19 miles) from İstanbul. Istanbul Airport (IST) (IST) and Balikesir Koca Seyit Airport (EDO) (EDO) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
Yes it is possible to drive from Genoa and İstanbul. The distance is around 2,092km (1,300 miles) by road and it will take around 19h 35m in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Genoa to İstanbul is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 45m and will usually cost around $210.
Compare travel optionsbetween Genoa and İstanbul
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 4 similar | 4h 45m | $210($210) | every 30 mins | 1,855km (1,153 miles) |
| Fly to Istanbul (IST) | 4h 50m | $335($335) | every 30 mins | 2,082km (1,294 miles) |
| Train and Plane | 5h 55m | $205($205) | every 4 hours | 1,876km (1,166 miles) |
| Train to Milano Centrale, plane | 6hrs | $415($415) | every 4 hours | 1,905km (1,183 miles) |
| Train to Milano Centrale, plane | 6hrs | $450($450) | every 4 hours | 1,854km (1,152 miles) |
Bus | 1 day 9h | $175($175) | 4 times a week | 2,166km (1,346 miles) |
Train and Bus + 1 similar | 1 day 7h | $46($46) | 3 times a week | 2,546km (1,582 miles) |
| Bus and Train | 1 day 8h | $12($12) | twice a week | 2,150km (1,336 miles) |
Drive | 19h 35m | $380($380) | on demand | 2,092km (1,300 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Genoa and İstanbul
Airlines
Pegasus Airlines
Bus companies
Alpar Turizm
Dary Commerce
Yubim
Georg
Arda Tur
Train operators
Malpensa Express
Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)
Airports near İstanbul
The following major airports near İstanbul offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Turkey and internationally.
Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)
- Distance
- 31km (19 miles) from İstanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
- Distance
- 34km (21 miles) from İstanbul
Balikesir Koca Seyit Airport (EDO)
- Distance
- 232km (144 miles) from İstanbul