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

The cheapest way to get from Kavak to Istanbul is to bus which costs 600 ₺ - 1.800 ₺ and takes 11h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kavak to Istanbul is to bus and fly which takes 4h 48m and costs 11.500 ₺ - 13.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Kavak and Istanbul?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kavak bus station station and arriving at İstanbul Esenler bus station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Kavak and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct train from Kavak to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Kavak and arriving at Yenikapi via Yildizeli and Söğütlüçeşme. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h.

How far is it from Kavak to Istanbul?

The distance between Kavak and Istanbul is 682 km. The road distance is 678.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kavak to Istanbul without a car is to bus which takes 11h 20m and costs 600 ₺ - 1.800 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from Kavak to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kavak to Istanbul bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kavak to Istanbul train from?

Kavak to Istanbul train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), depart from Kavak station.

Train or bus from Kavak to Istanbul?

The best way to get from Kavak to Istanbul is to bus which takes 11h 20m and costs 600 ₺ - 1.800 ₺. Alternatively, you can train, which costs 1.500 ₺ - 2.500 ₺ and takes 14h.

Where does the Kavak to Istanbul bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kavak to Istanbul train arrive?

Kavak to Istanbul train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), arrive at Yıldızeli station.

Can I drive from Kavak to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Kavak to Istanbul is 678 km. It takes approximately 8h 7m to drive from Kavak to Istanbul.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 4286+ hotels available in Istanbul.

Kavak to Istanbul - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, car, and Metro

There are 9 ways to get from Kavak to Istanbul by bus, plane, train, 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.

Bus to Amasya, fly to Istanbul
best
1. Take the bus from Kavak to Merzifonbus
2. Fly from Amasya (MZH) to Istanbul (IST)plane MZH - IST
4h 48m
₺11,780–12,544
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kavak bus station to İstanbul Esenler bus stationbus FlixBus KK5508 / ...
11h 20m
₺600–1,800
Train
1. Take the train from Kavak to Yıldızelitrain Samsun Sivas Hattı
2. Take the train from Yildizeli to Istanbul Söğütlüçeşmetrain Yht
14h
₺1,512–2,480
Drive 678.3 km
1. Drive from Kavak to Istanbulcar 678.3 km
8h 7m
₺3,492–5,044
Bus to Samsun-Çarşamba Airport, fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
1. Take the bus from Kavak to Carsambabus
2. Fly from Samsun-Çarşamba Airport (SZF) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)plane SZF - SAW
5h 54m
₺1,463–4,717
Bus to Samsun-Çarşamba Airport, fly to Istanbul
1. Take the bus from Kavak to Carsambabus
2. Fly from Samsun-Çarşamba Airport (SZF) to Istanbul (IST)plane SZF - IST
5h 46m
₺6,150–25,196
Bus to Tokat, fly to Istanbul
1. Take the bus from Kavak bus station to Turhal bus stationbus
2. Fly from Tokat (TJK) to Istanbul (IST)plane TJK - IST
6h 27m
₺8,691–32,564
Bus to Amasya, fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, Metro
1. Take the bus from Kavak to Merzifonbus
2. Fly from Amasya (MZH) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)plane MZH - SAW
3. Take the train from Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Ayrılık Çeşmesitrain
4h 56m
Bus, bus to Sinop Airport, fly to Istanbul
1. Take the bus from Kavak to Samsunbus
2. Take the bus from Samsun to Sinopbus
3. Fly from Sinop Airport (NOP) to Istanbul (IST)plane NOP - IST
6h 36m
₺11,508–13,977

Kavak to Istanbul by bus

84Weekly Buses

11h 20mAverage Duration

₺600Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kavak to Istanbul.

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Distance: 681.8 km
Duration: 4h 48m

What companies run services between Kavak, Samsun, Turkey and Istanbul, Turkey?

Kamil Koc operates a bus from Kavak bus station to İstanbul Esenler bus station 5 times a day. Tickets cost ₺950–1,300 and the journey takes 11h 20m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kavak to Yenikapi via Yildizeli and Söğütlüçeşme in around 14h.

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