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

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Trabzon is to bus which costs 900 ₺ - 3.300 ₺ and takes 17h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Trabzon is to fly which takes 3h 47m and costs 12.000 ₺ - 14.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Trabzon?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from İstanbul Esenler bus station station and arriving at Trabzon bus station station. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17h 30m.

How far is it from Istanbul to Trabzon?

The distance between Istanbul and Trabzon is 918 km. The road distance is 1051.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Istanbul to Trabzon without a car is to bus which takes 17h 30m and costs 900 ₺ - 3.300 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Istanbul to Trabzon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Trabzon bus from?

Istanbul to Trabzon bus services, operated by Kamil Koç, depart from İstanbul Esenler bus station.

Bus or fly from Istanbul to Trabzon?

The best way to get from Istanbul to Trabzon is to bus which takes 17h 30m and costs 900 ₺ - 3.300 ₺. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs 12.000 ₺ - 14.000 ₺ and takes 3h 47m.

Where does the Istanbul to Trabzon bus arrive?

Istanbul to Trabzon bus services, operated by Kamil Koç, arrive at Trabzon bus station.

Can I drive from Istanbul to Trabzon?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Trabzon is 1051 km. It takes approximately 13h 19m to drive from Istanbul to Trabzon.

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

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Where can I stay near Trabzon?

There are 313+ hotels available in Trabzon.

Istanbul to Trabzon - 4 ways to travel via Metro, plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Istanbul to Trabzon by train, plane, bus, or car

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Metro to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the train from Ayrılık Çeşmesi to Sabiha Gokcen Airporttrain
2. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Trabzon Airport (TZX)plane SAW - TZX
3h 47m
₺1,988–7,105
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Trabzon bus stationbus FlixBus KK5527 / ...
17h 30m
₺900–3,300
Drive 1,051.4 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Trabzoncar 1,051.4 km
13h 19m
₺7,653–11,055
Fly from Istanbul Airport
1. Fly from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Trabzon Airport (TZX)plane IST - TZX
3h 47m
₺12,084–13,584

Istanbul to Trabzon by bus

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17h 30mAverage Duration

₺900Cheapest Price

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Distance: 918.1 km
Duration: 3h 47m

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

Kamil Koç operates a bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Trabzon bus station 3 times a day. Tickets cost ₺1,300–1,900 and the journey takes 17h 30m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Turkish Airlines flies from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Trabzon Airport (TZX) 5 times a day.

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