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

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Esmir is to drive which costs 2.000 ₺ - 3.000 ₺ and takes 5h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Esmir is to bus and fly and taxi which takes 4h 32m and costs 12.000 ₺ - 26.000 ₺.

How far is it from Istanbul to Esmir?

The distance between Istanbul and Esmir is 482 km. The road distance is 413.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Istanbul to Esmir without a car is to bus and taxi via Istanbul Samandira Tesis which takes 6h 11m and costs 2.700 ₺ - 3.700 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 6h 11m to get from Istanbul to Esmir, including transfers.

Can I drive from Istanbul to Esmir?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Esmir is 414 km. It takes approximately 5h 21m to drive from Istanbul to Esmir.

Where can I stay near Esmir?

There are 51+ hotels available in Esmir.

Istanbul to Esmir - 6 ways to travel via bus, taxi, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Istanbul to Esmir by bus, taxi, car, or plane

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

Bus, taxi via Istanbul Samandira Tesis
best
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Istanbul Samandira Tesis
2. Take the bus from Samandira Tesis to Karabük
3. Take the taxi from Karabük to Esmir
6h 11m
₺2,786–3,606
Drive 413.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Istanbul to Esmir413.9 km
5h 21m
₺2,074–2,996
Bus, fly to Zonguldak, taxi
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Istanbul Airport Bus
2. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Zonguldak (ONQ)IST - ONQ
3. Take the taxi from Zonguldak (ONQ) to Esmir
4h 32m
₺12,538–26,015
Bus, taxi
1. Take the bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Safranbolu bus stationFlixBus KK3424 / ...
2. Take the taxi from Safranbolu bus station to Esmir
8h 5m
₺2,241–3,019
Bus, taxi #2
1. Take the bus from İstanbul Esenler to İstanbul Dudullu
2. Take the bus from İstanbul Dudullu to Safranbolu
3. Take the taxi from Safranbolu to Esmir
9h 36m
₺2,590–3,295
Bus, fly to Kastamonu Airport, taxi
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Istanbul Airport Bus
2. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Kastamonu Airport (KFS)IST - KFS
3. Take the bus from Kastamonu bus station to Safranbolu bus station
4. Take the taxi from Safranbolu bus station to Esmir
6h 49m
₺13,528–26,365

Istanbul (IST) to Zonguldak (ONQ) flights

3Weekly Planes

1hAverage Duration

₺11,034Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Istanbul to Esmir.

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Distance: 481.6 km
Duration: 6h 11m

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

There is no direct connection from Istanbul to Esmir. However, you can take the bus to Istanbul Samandira Tesis, walk to Samandira Tesis, take the bus to Karabük, then take the taxi to Esmir. Alternatively, you can drive from Istanbul to Esmir in around 5h 21m.

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