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

The cheapest way to get from Kastamonu to Istanbul is to bus which costs 700 ₺ - 1.100 ₺ and takes 8h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kastamonu to Istanbul is to fly and bus which takes 3h 18m and costs 11.000 ₺ - 24.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Kastamonu and Istanbul?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kastamonu bus station station and arriving at İstanbul Esenler bus station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 25m.

How far is it from Kastamonu to Istanbul?

The distance between Kastamonu and Istanbul is 478 km. The road distance is 494.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Kastamonu to Istanbul without a car is to bus which takes 8h 25m and costs 700 ₺ - 1.100 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Kastamonu to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kastamonu to Istanbul bus from?

Kastamonu to Istanbul bus services, operated by Kamil Koc, depart from Kastamonu bus station.

Where does the Kastamonu to Istanbul bus arrive?

Kastamonu to Istanbul bus services, operated by Kamil Koc, arrive at İstanbul Esenler bus station.

Can I drive from Kastamonu to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Kastamonu to Istanbul is 495 km. It takes approximately 5h 49m to drive from Kastamonu to Istanbul.

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

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Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 4451+ hotels available in Istanbul.

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

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

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

Fly, bus
best
1. Fly from Kastamonu Airport (KFS) to Istanbul (IST)plane KFS - IST
2. Take the bus from Istanbul Airport Bus to Istanbul Otogaribus
3h 18m
₺11,487–23,702
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kastamonu bus station to İstanbul Esenler bus stationbus FlixBus KK3419 / ...
8h 25m
₺700–1,100
Drive 494.8 km
1. Drive from Kastamonu to Istanbulcar 494.8 km
5h 49m
₺2,492–3,599
Bus via İstanbul Dudullu
1. Take the bus from Kastamonu to İstanbul Dudullubus
8h 42m
₺1,220–1,350

Kastamonu to Istanbul by bus

104Weekly Buses

8h 25mAverage Duration

₺700Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kastamonu to Istanbul.

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Distance: 478 km
Duration: 3h 18m

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

Kamil Koc operates a bus from Kastamonu bus station to İstanbul Esenler bus station every 3 hours. Tickets cost ₺750–1,100 and the journey takes 8h 25m. Three other operators also service this route.

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