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There are 5 ways to get from Istanbul to Trabzon by plane, train, bus or car

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Fly from Istanbul

  1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Trabzon (TZX)

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Bus

  1. Take the bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Trabzon bus station

Train to Sabiha Gokcen, fly

  1. Take the train from Yenikapi to Ayrilikcesme
  2. Fly from Sabiha Gokcen (SAW) to Trabzon (TZX)

Bus via Giresun

  1. Take the bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Giresun bus station
  2. Take the bus from Giresun bus station to Trabzon bus station

Drive

  1. Drive from Istanbul to Trabzon

Istanbul to Trabzon by bus

The bus journey time between Istanbul and Trabzon is around 17h 25m and covers a distance of around 1135 km. Operated by Kamil Koc and Metro Turizm, the Istanbul to Trabzon bus service departs from İstanbul Esenler bus station and arrives in Trabzon bus station. Typically 28 buses run weekly, although weekend and holiday schedules can vary so check in advance.

28 Weekly Buses
17h 25m Average Duration
500 ₺ Cheapest Price
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The most affordable way to get from Istanbul to Trabzon is to bus, which costs 500 ₺ - 750 ₺ and takes 17h 25m.

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The quickest way to get from Istanbul to Trabzon is to fly which costs 1.300 ₺ - 3.000 ₺ and takes 2h 18m.

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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 25m.

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The distance between Istanbul and Trabzon is 904 km. The road distance is 1061.8 km.

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The best way to get from Istanbul to Trabzon without a car is to bus which takes 17h 25m and costs 500 ₺ - 750 ₺.

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It takes approximately 2h 18m to get from Istanbul to Trabzon, including transfers.

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

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The best way to get from Istanbul to Trabzon is to fly which takes 2h 18m and costs 1.300 ₺ - 3.000 ₺. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 500 ₺ - 750 ₺ and takes 17h 25m.

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The quickest flight from Istanbul Airport to Trabzon Airport is the direct flight which takes 1h 45m.

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

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  • Distance: 903.7 km
  • Duration: 2h 18m

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

Turkish Airlines flies from Istanbul Esenler Otogar to Trabzon every 4 hours. Alternatively, Kamil Koc operates a bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Trabzon bus station 4 times a day. Tickets cost 800 ₺ - 1.100 ₺ and the journey takes 17h 25m. Metro Turizm also services this route 3 times a day.

Airlines
Turkish Airlines
Website
turkishairlines.com
Flights from Istanbul to Trabzon
Ave. Duration
1h 49m
When
Every day
Estimated price
1.000 ₺ - 3.000 ₺
Flights from Istanbul to Trabzon via Ankara
Ave. Duration
4h 2m
When
Every day
Estimated price
1.000 ₺ - 3.000 ₺
Flights from Sabiha Gokcen to Trabzon
Ave. Duration
1h 44m
When
Every day
Estimated price
950 ₺ - 4.400 ₺
Flights from Sabiha Gokcen to Trabzon via Ankara
Ave. Duration
3h 10m
When
Every day
Estimated price
950 ₺ - 4.400 ₺
Flights from Sabiha Gokcen to Trabzon via Van
Ave. Duration
4h 20m
When
Tuesday and Thursday
Estimated price
950 ₺ - 4.400 ₺
Pegasus Airlines
Website
flypgs.com
Flights from Sabiha Gokcen to Trabzon
Ave. Duration
1h 45m
When
Every day
Estimated price
950 ₺ - 4.000 ₺
Train operators
Bus operators
Kamil Koc
Phone
+90 224 294 55 62
Email
kamilkoc@kamilkoc.com.tr
Website
flixbus.com.tr
Bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Trabzon bus station
Ave. Duration
17h 25m
Frequency
4 times a day
Estimated price
800 ₺ - 1.100 ₺
Schedules at
flixbus.com.tr
Bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Giresun bus station
Ave. Duration
15h
Frequency
Every 4 hours
Estimated price
750 ₺ - 1.100 ₺
Schedules at
flixbus.com.tr
Bus from Giresun bus station to Trabzon bus station
Ave. Duration
2h
Frequency
Hourly
Estimated price
460 ₺ - 650 ₺
Schedules at
flixbus.com.tr
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Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Trabzon is 1062 km. It takes approximately 13h 47m to drive from Istanbul to Trabzon.

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Turkish Airlines offers flights from Istanbul Airport to Trabzon Airport.

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There are 977+ hotels available in Trabzon. Prices start at 673 ₺ per night.

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The best way to get from Istanbul to Istanbul Airport is to taxi which takes 28 min and costs 310 ₺ - 380 ₺.

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