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 17h.

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 11.400 ₺ - 11.800 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Trabzon and Istanbul?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Trabzon and arriving at İstanbul Esenler. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17h.

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 17h and costs 900 ₺ - 1.900 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 3h 9m 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 Ali Osman ULUSOY, depart from Trabzon station.

Bus or fly from Trabzon to Istanbul?

The best way to get from Trabzon to Istanbul is to bus which takes 17h and costs 900 ₺ - 1.900 ₺. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs 11.400 ₺ - 11.800 ₺ and takes 3h 1m.

Where does the Trabzon to Istanbul bus arrive?

Trabzon to Istanbul bus services, operated by Ali Osman ULUSOY, arrive at İstanbul Esenler station.

Can I drive from Trabzon to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Trabzon to Istanbul is 1048 km. It takes approximately 13h 23m to drive from Trabzon to Istanbul.

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

Book your Trabzon to Istanbul bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 3059+ hotels available in Istanbul.

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

There are 6 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 9m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Trabzon to İstanbul Esenlerbus
17h
₺900–1,900
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
₺2,105–3,270
Drive 1,047.6 km
1. Drive from Trabzon to Istanbulcar 1,047.6 km
13h 23m
₺5,559–8,029
Fly to Istanbul
1. Fly from Trabzon Airport (TZX) to Istanbul (IST)plane TZX - IST
3h 1m
₺11,400–11,800
Bus via İstanbul Alibeyköy bus station
1. Take the bus from Trabzon bus station to İstanbul Alibeyköy bus stationbus FlixBus KK5527 / ...
19h 27m
₺1,379–2,293

Trabzon to Istanbul by bus

56Weekly Buses

17hAverage Duration

₺900Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Trabzon to Istanbul.

Launch map view

Distance: 918.1 km
Duration: 3h 9m

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

Ali Osman ULUSOY operates a bus from Trabzon to İstanbul Esenler twice daily. Tickets cost ₺900–1,300 and the journey takes 17h. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Turkish Airlines and Pegasus Airlines fly from Trabzon Airport (TZX) to Istanbul (IST) 5 times a day.

Airlines