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How to get fromErdek to Istanbulby ferry, bus, or car

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There are 4 ways to get from Erdek to Istanbul by ferry, bus, or car

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  1. Ferry

    best
    1. Take the ferry from Bandırma to Yenikapıferry ferry
    3h 18m
    ₺1,851–2,383
  2. Bus

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from Erdek bus station to İstanbul Esenler bus stationbus bus FlixBus KK1613
    5h 45m
    ₺490–1,300
  3. Bus via Bursa

    1. Take the bus from Erdek bus station to Bursa bus stationbus bus FlixBus KK1613 / ...
    2. Take the bus from Bursa to Esenler Otogarbus bus
    4h 17m
    ₺675–1,742
  4. Drive  261.9 km

    1. Drive from Erdek to Istanbulcar car 261.9 km
    2h 37m
    ₺1,505–2,174

Erdek to Istanbul by bus

Calendar59Weekly Buses
Duration4h 17mAverage Duration
Ticket₺675Cheapest Price
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What companies run services between Erdek, Balıkesir, Turkey and Istanbul, Turkey?

Istanbul Deniz Otobusleri operates a ferry from Bandırma to Yenikapı twice daily. Tickets cost ₺850–1,200 and the journey takes 3h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Erdek bus station to Esenler Otogar via Bursa bus station and Bursa in around 4h 17m.

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