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

The cheapest way to get from Trabzon to Istanbul is to bus which costs 900 ₺ - 1.900 ₺ and takes 19h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Trabzon to Istanbul is to fly which takes 2h 41m and costs 11.000 ₺ - 14.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Trabzon and Istanbul?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Trabzon bus station station and arriving at İstanbul Esenler bus station station. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 19h 30m.

How far is it from Trabzon to Istanbul?

The distance between Trabzon and Istanbul is 969 km. The road distance is 1047.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Trabzon to Istanbul without a car is to bus via Istanbul Samandira Tesis which takes 14h 7m and costs 1.400 ₺ - 2.000 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 2h 41m to get from Trabzon to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Trabzon to Istanbul bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Trabzon to Istanbul?

The best way to get from Trabzon to Istanbul is to fly which takes 2h 41m and costs 11.000 ₺ - 14.000 ₺. Alternatively, you can bus via Istanbul Samandira Tesis, which costs 1.400 ₺ - 2.000 ₺ and takes 14h 7m.

Where does the Trabzon to Istanbul bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Trabzon to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Trabzon to Istanbul is 1048 km. It takes approximately 13h 22m to drive from Trabzon to Istanbul.

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

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Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 4247+ hotels available in Istanbul.

Trabzon to Istanbul - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Trabzon to Istanbul by plane, bus, 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.

Fly to Istanbul
best
1. Fly from Trabzon Airport (TZX) to Istanbul (IST)TZX - IST
2h 41m
₺11,655–13,065
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Trabzon bus station to İstanbul Esenler bus stationFlixBus KK5519 / ...
19h 30m
₺900–1,900
Bus via Istanbul Samandira Tesis
1. Take the bus from Trabzon to Istanbul Samandira Tesis
2. Take the bus from Istanbul Samandira Tesis to Istanbul Otogari
14h 7m
₺1,425–1,960
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Trabzon to Erzincan
2. Take the train from Erzincan to Sivas
3. Take the train from Sivas to Istanbul
19h 36m
Drive 1,047.6 km
1. Drive from Trabzon to Istanbul1,047.6 km
13h 22m
₺5,199–7,510
Fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, train
1. Fly from Trabzon Airport (TZX) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)TZX - SAW
2. Take the train from Ayrilikcesme to Yenikapi
3h 18m
₺1,468–5,586

Trabzon to Istanbul by bus

70Weekly Buses

19h 30mAverage Duration

₺900Cheapest Price

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Distance: 968.6 km
Duration: 2h 41m

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

Turkish Airlines flies from Trabzon Airport (TZX) to Istanbul (IST) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Trabzon to Istanbul Otogari via Istanbul Samandira Tesis in around 14h 7m.

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