Istanbul to Zonguldak by ferry
Zonguldak lies 243 km (151 mi) east of Istanbul, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
The sea distance is about 243 km (151 mi); at typical ferry speeds a direct crossing would take around 7 h 21 min. Whether one runs, and how often, is in the operator’s timetable.
| Istanbul | Zonguldak | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Turkey | Turkey |
| Population | 15.7 million | 101,749 |
| Elevation | 39 m (128 ft) | 24 m (79 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Istanbul) | UTC+3 (Europe/Istanbul) |
| Port | Kontoskalion | Filyos Port |
Where to book ferries from Istanbul to Zonguldak
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Staying in Zonguldak
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Common questions
How far is Zonguldak from Istanbul?
243 km (151 mi) in a straight line, east of Istanbul; by road roughly 296 km (184 mi).
How long does it take to get from Istanbul to Zonguldak by ferry?
About 7 h 21 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Istanbul and Zonguldak?
No, both are on Europe/Istanbul at the moment.
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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.