What is the cheapest way to get from Bitlis to Istanbul?

The cheapest way to get from Bitlis to Istanbul is to bus which costs 1.800 ₺ - 2.600 ₺ and takes 25h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bitlis to Istanbul?

The fastest way to get from Bitlis to Istanbul is to taxi and fly which takes 5h 3m and costs 7.000 ₺ - 22.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Bitlis and Istanbul?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bitlis bus station station and arriving at İstanbul Esenler bus station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25h 35m.

How far is it from Bitlis to Istanbul?

The distance between Bitlis and Istanbul is 1239 km. The road distance is 1376.5 km.

How do I travel from Bitlis to Istanbul without a car?

The best way to get from Bitlis to Istanbul without a car is to train via Istanbul which takes 24h 54m and costs 1.900 ₺ - 3.300 ₺.

How long does it take to get from Bitlis to Istanbul?

It takes approximately 5h 3m to get from Bitlis to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bitlis to Istanbul bus from?

Bitlis to Istanbul bus services, operated by Kamil Koc, depart from Bitlis bus station.

Train or bus from Bitlis to Istanbul?

The best way to get from Bitlis to Istanbul is to train via Istanbul which takes 24h 54m and costs 1.900 ₺ - 3.300 ₺. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 1.800 ₺ - 2.600 ₺ and takes 25h 35m.

Where does the Bitlis to Istanbul bus arrive?

Bitlis to Istanbul bus services, operated by Kamil Koc, arrive at İstanbul Esenler bus station.

Can I drive from Bitlis to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Bitlis to Istanbul is 1376 km. It takes approximately 18h 12m to drive from Bitlis to Istanbul.

How do I get a bus ticket from Bitlis to Istanbul?

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Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 4522+ hotels available in Istanbul.

Bitlis to Istanbul - 10 ways to travel via train, taxi, plane, bus, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Bitlis to Istanbul by taxi, plane, train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Taxi to Batman, fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
best
1. Take the taxi from Bitlis to Batman (BAL)
2. Fly from Batman (BAL) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)BAL - SAW
5h 3m
₺7,030–21,769
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bitlis bus station to İstanbul Esenler bus stationFlixBus KK0122B
25h 35m
₺1,800–2,600
Train via Istanbul
1. Take the train from Tatvan to SivasVan Gölü Ekspresi
2. Take the train from Sivas to Istanbul81459
24h 54m
₺1,976–3,211
Drive 1,376.5 km
1. Drive from Bitlis to Istanbul1,376.5 km
18h 12m
₺6,877–9,933
Taxi to Batman, fly to Istanbul, bus
1. Take the taxi from Bitlis to Batman (BAL)
2. Fly from Batman (BAL) to Istanbul (IST)BAL - IST
3. Take the bus from Istanbul Airport Bus to Istanbul Otogari
5h 35m
₺14,647–16,968
Bus to Muş Airport, fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
1. Take the bus from Bitlis bus station to Muş bus station
2. Fly from Muş Airport (MSR) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)MSR - SAW
6h
₺3,077–13,874
Taxi to Siirt Airport, fly to Istanbul, bus
1. Take the taxi from Bitlis to Siirt Airport (SXZ)
2. Fly from Siirt Airport (SXZ) to Istanbul (IST)SXZ - IST
3. Take the bus from Istanbul Airport Bus to Istanbul Otogari
5h 8m
₺11,130–23,175
Bus to Van Ferit Melen Airport, fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
1. Take the bus from Bitlis bus station to Van bus station
2. Fly from Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)VAN - SAW
7h 11m
₺5,581–16,759
Bus to Muş Airport, fly to Istanbul, bus
1. Take the bus from Bitlis bus station to Muş bus station
2. Fly from Muş Airport (MSR) to Istanbul (IST)MSR - IST
3. Take the bus from Istanbul Airport Bus to Istanbul Otogari
6h 31m
₺9,294–20,073
Train
1. Take the train from Tatvan to SivasVan Gölü Ekspresi
2. Take the train from Sivas to Istanbul SöğütlüçeşmeYht
25h 4m
₺2,274–3,608

Bitlis to Istanbul by bus

7Weekly Buses

25h 35mAverage Duration

₺1,800Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Bitlis to Istanbul.

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Distance: 1,239.2 km
Duration: 5h 3m

What companies run services between Bitlis, Turkey and Istanbul, Turkey?

You can take a bus from Bitlis bus station to Yenikapi via Tatvan bus station, Tatvan, Sivas, Istanbul, and Söğütlüçeşme in around 24h 54m. Alternatively, Kamil Koc operates a bus from Bitlis bus station to İstanbul Esenler bus station once daily. Tickets cost ₺1,800–2,600 and the journey takes 25h 35m.

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