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 ₺ - 3.300 ₺ and takes 18h 5m.

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 3h 1m and costs 11.500 ₺ - 13.000 ₺.

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 18h 5m.

How far is it from Trabzon to Istanbul?

The distance between Trabzon and Istanbul is 918 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 which takes 18h 5m and costs 900 ₺ - 3.300 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 3h 13m 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 Koç, depart from Trabzon bus station.

Bus or fly from Trabzon to Istanbul?

The best way to get from Trabzon to Istanbul is to bus which takes 18h 5m and costs 900 ₺ - 3.300 ₺. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs 11.500 ₺ - 13.000 ₺ and takes 3h 1m.

Where does the Trabzon to Istanbul bus arrive?

Trabzon to Istanbul bus services, operated by Kamil Koç, 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 4385+ hotels available in Istanbul.

Trabzon to Istanbul - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, Metro, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Trabzon 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 to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, Metro
best
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
3h 13m
₺1,874–7,361
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Trabzon bus station to İstanbul Esenler bus stationbus FlixBus KK5519B / ...
18h 5m
₺900–3,300
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Trabzon bus station to Erzincan bus stationbus
2. Take the train from Erzincan to Sivastrain
3. Take the train from Sivas to Istanbul Söğütlüçeşmetrain Yht
19h 34m
₺2,277–3,320
Drive 1,047.6 km
1. Drive from Trabzon to Istanbulcar 1,047.6 km
13h 22m
₺5,745–8,297
Fly to Istanbul
1. Fly from Trabzon Airport (TZX) to Istanbul (IST)plane TZX - IST
3h 1m
₺11,882–12,614

Trabzon to Istanbul by bus

63Weekly Buses

18h 5mAverage Duration

₺900Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Trabzon to Istanbul.

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Distance: 918.3 km
Duration: 3h 13m

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

Kamil Koç operates a bus from Trabzon bus station to İstanbul Esenler bus station 4 times a day. Tickets cost ₺1,300–1,900 and the journey takes 18h 5m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Turkish Airlines and Pegasus Airlines fly from Trabzon Airport (TZX) to Istanbul (IST) every 3 hours.

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