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

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Demre is to bus which costs 1.100 ₺ - 2.700 ₺ and takes 14h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Demre is to fly and bus which takes 8h 24m and costs 12.000 ₺ - 28.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Demre?

No, there is no direct bus from Istanbul to Demre. However, there are services departing from İstanbul Esenler and arriving at Demre via Finike. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 22m.

How far is it from Istanbul to Demre?

The distance between Istanbul and Demre is 824 km. The road distance is 751.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Istanbul to Demre without a car is to bus which takes 14h 22m and costs 1.100 ₺ - 2.700 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 14h 22m to get from Istanbul to Demre, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Demre bus from?

Istanbul to Demre bus services, operated by Güney Akdeniz Seyahat, depart from İstanbul Esenler station.

Where does the Istanbul to Demre bus arrive?

Istanbul to Demre bus services, operated by Güney Akdeniz Seyahat, arrive at Finike station.

Can I drive from Istanbul to Demre?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Demre is 752 km. It takes approximately 10h 42m to drive from Istanbul to Demre.

Where can I stay near Demre?

There are 96+ hotels available in Demre.

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There are 8 ways to get from Istanbul to Demre by bus, car, train, or plane

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from İstanbul Esenler to Finikebus
14h 22m
₺1,152–2,662
Drive 751.6 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Demrecar 751.6 km
10h 42m
₺4,299–6,209
Metro to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, fly to Antalya Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Ayrılık Çeşmesi to Sabiha Gokcen Airporttrain
2. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Antalya Airport (AYT)plane SAW - AYT
3. Take the bus from Konyaaltı Plajı to Demrebus
8h 39m
₺4,030–8,947
Bus via Kaş
1. Take the bus from İstanbul Esenler to Kaşbus
2. Take the bus from Kaş to Demrebus
16h 52m
₺1,962–2,610
Bus via Antalya
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Esenler to Antalyabus
2. Take the bus from Antalya to Demrebus
17h 52m
₺1,416–3,010
Fly Istanbul to Antalya Airport, bus
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Antalya Airport (AYT)plane IST - AYT
2. Take the bus from Konyaaltı Plajı to Demrebus
8h 24m
₺12,826–27,926
Fly Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Dalaman Airport, bus
1. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Dalaman Airport (DLM)plane SAW - DLM
2. Take the bus from Dalaman Havalimanı to Fethiye Otogarbus
3. Take the bus from Fethiye to Kaşbus
4. Take the bus from Kaş to Demrebus
9h 37m
₺3,428–6,945
Fly Istanbul to Dalaman Airport, bus
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Dalaman Airport (DLM)plane IST - DLM
2. Take the bus from Dalaman Havalimanı to Fethiye Otogarbus
3. Take the bus from Fethiye to Kaşbus
4. Take the bus from Kaş to Demrebus
9h 22m
₺12,524–27,924

Istanbul to Demre by bus

21Weekly Buses

14h 22mAverage Duration

₺1,152Cheapest Price

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Distance: 824.1 km
Duration: 14h 22m

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

Güney Akdeniz Seyahat operates a bus from İstanbul Esenler to Finike once daily. Tickets cost ₺1,300–1,900 and the journey takes 13h. Two other operators also service this route.

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