EnglishElbasan to Istanbul by bus
- Fares from
- 40.00 EUR
- Journey time
- 17h 30m
- First departure
- 11:00
- Last departure
- 11:00
- Scheduled services
- 1
- How often
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun6 departures a week
- Overnight services
- 1 of 1
- Distance
- 954 km
This is an international route, crossing from Albania into Turkey.
Every bus on this route calls at Librazhd, Prrenjas, Pogradec, Korçë, Bilisht, Kapshtice, İpsala.
On board every service: Inclining Seat, AC & Heating, Mobile Ticket, Passport or ID Needed.
Tickets are non-refundable by default. Every coach on this route offers the Flexible Ticket for 10% of the fare (at least 1.00 EUR) per passenger. With it you can cancel or change your ticket up to 0 hours before departure.
Included luggage: 2 bags, up to 25 kg.
You do not need to print your ticket: the e-ticket on your phone is accepted on every coach.
Every fare over the next 30 days is 40.00 EUR.
The fastest coach takes 17h 30m, leaving at 11:00 with Alvavel.
Served by Alvavel.
Elbasan to Istanbul: the next 30 days
Every departure on sale for the next 30 days, with the fare and the number of seats still available on each date.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Operator | Price | Book |
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| +1 | 17h 30m | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| +1 | 17h 30m | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| +1 | 17h 30m | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| +1 | 17h 30m | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| +1 | 17h 30m | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| +1 | 17h 30m | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
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| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Operator | Price | Book |
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| +1 | 17h 30m | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| +1 | 16h 30m | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| +1 | 16h 30m | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| +1 | 16h 30m | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| +1 | 16h 30m | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| +1 | 16h 30m | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
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| +1 | 16h 30m | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| +1 | 16h 30m | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| +1 | 16h 30m | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| +1 | 16h 30m | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| +1 | 16h 30m | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| +1 | 16h 30m | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| No departures on this date | |||||
| +1 | 16h 30m | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| +1 | 16h 30m | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| +1 | 16h 30m | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| +1 | 16h 30m | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| +1 | 16h 30m | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| +1 | 16h 30m | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| No departures on this date | |||||
| +1 | 16h 30m | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
Fares and seats checked: 16 October 2026, 00:03
Elbasan to Istanbul timetable
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Stops | Operator | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:00 | 05:30+1 | 17h 30m | 7 | Alvavel | 40.00 EUR |
Elbasan to Istanbul by bus: your questions answered
How long is the bus from Elbasan to Istanbul?
The bus from Elbasan to Istanbul takes 17h 30m.
How much is a bus ticket from Elbasan to Istanbul?
Tickets from Elbasan to Istanbul start at 40.00 EUR.
How often do buses run from Elbasan to Istanbul?
Buses from Elbasan to Istanbul run on Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun, with 6 scheduled departures a week.
How many buses run from Elbasan to Istanbul?
There is one scheduled service from Elbasan to Istanbul.
What time do buses leave Elbasan?
The first departure is at 11:00 and the last at 11:00, in local time.
Is there a direct bus from Elbasan to Istanbul?
Yes. The scheduled service from Elbasan to Istanbul is direct - you stay on the same bus the whole way - and it calls at stops along the route.
Is there a night bus from Elbasan to Istanbul?
Yes. Every scheduled service from Elbasan to Istanbul travels overnight and arrives the next day.
Where does the bus stop between Elbasan and Istanbul?
Every bus on this route calls at Librazhd, Prrenjas, Pogradec, Korçë, Bilisht, Kapshtice, İpsala.
What is on board the bus from Elbasan to Istanbul?
On board every service: Inclining Seat, AC & Heating, Mobile Ticket, Passport or ID Needed.
Which companies run the bus from Elbasan to Istanbul?
Served by Alvavel.
Can I cancel or change my ticket from Elbasan to Istanbul?
Tickets are non-refundable by default. Every coach on this route offers the Flexible Ticket for 10% of the fare (at least 1.00 EUR) per passenger. With it you can cancel or change your ticket up to 0 hours before departure.
How much luggage can I take on the bus from Elbasan to Istanbul?
Included luggage: 2 bags, up to 25 kg.
Do I need to print my ticket from Elbasan to Istanbul?
You do not need to print your ticket: the e-ticket on your phone is accepted on every coach.
What is the fastest bus from Elbasan to Istanbul?
The fastest coach takes 17h 30m, leaving at 11:00 with Alvavel.
How far is it from Elbasan to Istanbul by bus?
The road distance from Elbasan to Istanbul is around 954 km.