What is the cheapest way to get from Rize (State) to Istanbul?

The cheapest way to get from Rize (State) to Istanbul is to bus which costs 950 ₺ - 2.000 ₺ and takes 18h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rize (State) to Istanbul?

The fastest way to get from Rize (State) to Istanbul is to fly which takes 4h 22m and costs 10.500 ₺ - 11.500 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Rize (State) and Istanbul?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Rize 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 18h 35m.

How far is it from Rize (State) to Istanbul?

The distance between Rize (State) and Istanbul is 1020 km. The road distance is 1125.8 km.

How do I travel from Rize (State) to Istanbul without a car?

The best way to get from Rize (State) to Istanbul without a car is to bus via Istanbul Samandira Tesis which takes 16h 54m and costs 1.500 ₺ - 2.300 ₺.

How long does it take to get from Rize (State) to Istanbul?

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Rize (State) to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rize (State) to Istanbul bus from?

Rize (State) to Istanbul bus services, operated by Kamil Koc, depart from Rize bus station.

Bus or fly from Rize (State) to Istanbul?

The best way to get from Rize (State) to Istanbul is to bus via Istanbul Samandira Tesis which takes 16h 54m and costs 1.500 ₺ - 2.300 ₺. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs 10.500 ₺ - 11.500 ₺ and takes 4h 22m.

Where does the Rize (State) to Istanbul bus arrive?

Rize (State) to Istanbul bus services, operated by Kamil Koc, arrive at İstanbul Esenler bus station.

Can I drive from Rize (State) to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Rize (State) to Istanbul is 1126 km. It takes approximately 14h 29m to drive from Rize (State) to Istanbul.

How do I get a bus ticket from Rize (State) to Istanbul?

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Rize (State) to Istanbul - 7 ways to travel via plane, Metro, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Rize (State) to Istanbul by plane, train, 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 Rize–Artvin to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, Metro
best
1. Fly from Rize–Artvin (RZV) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)plane RZV - SAW
2. Take the train from Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Ayrılık Çeşmesitrain
4h 34m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rize bus station to İstanbul Esenler bus stationbus FlixBus KK5519B / ...
18h 35m
₺950–2,000
Bus via Istanbul Samandira Tesis
1. Take the bus from Cayeli to Istanbul Samandira Tesisbus
2. Take the bus from Istanbul Samandira Tesis to Istanbul Otogaribus
16h 54m
₺1,513–2,244
Drive 1,125.8 km
1. Drive from Rize to Istanbulcar 1,125.8 km
14h 29m
₺5,717–8,257
Fly Rize–Artvin to Istanbul
1. Fly from Rize–Artvin (RZV) to Istanbul (IST)plane RZV - IST
4h 22m
₺10,927–11,437
Fly Trabzon Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, Metro
1. Fly from Trabzon Airport (TZX) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)plane TZX - SAW
2. Take the train from Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Ayrılık Çeşmesitrain
5h 9m
Fly Trabzon Airport to Istanbul, Metro
1. Fly from Trabzon Airport (TZX) to Istanbul (IST)plane TZX - IST
2. Take the train from Gayrettepe to Veznecilertrain
5h 2m

Rize (State) to Istanbul by bus

45Weekly Buses

18h 35mAverage Duration

₺950Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Rize (State) to Istanbul.

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Distance: 1,019.6 km
Duration: 4h 34m

What companies run services between Rize (State), Turkey and Istanbul, Turkey?

You can take a bus from Rize to Istanbul Otogari via Cayeli and Istanbul Samandira Tesis in around 16h 54m. Alternatively, Turkish Airlines and Pegasus Airlines fly from Rize–Artvin (RZV) to Istanbul (IST) 4 times a day.

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