Irákleion to Bornova by bus
Bornova lies 397 km (247 mi) north-east of Irákleion, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 7 h 22 min including stops, over roughly 484 km (301 mi) of road.
| Irákleion | Bornova | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Greece | Turkey |
| Population | 137,154 | 452,479 |
| Elevation | 60 m (197 ft) | 125 m (410 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Athens) | UTC+3 (Europe/Istanbul) |
What changes when you arrive in Bornova
Crossing from Greece into Turkey: money changes from the Euro to the Lira (TRY); the dialling code becomes +90; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25743529.
Where to book buses from Irákleion to Bornova
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Staying in Bornova
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Common questions
How far is Bornova from Irákleion?
397 km (247 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Irákleion; by road roughly 484 km (301 mi).
How long does it take to get from Irákleion to Bornova by bus?
About 7 h 22 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Irákleion and Bornova?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Bornova?
The Lira (TRY).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.