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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Ayvalık to Istanbul
Cheapest price
€17
Average price
€17
Fastest journey
7 h 15 m
Average duration
7 h 38 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
269 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Ayvalık to Istanbul is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ayvalık to Istanbul will cost around €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
Of the 4 buses that leave Ayvalık for Istanbul on Sun, Dec 21, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 269 km distance in an average of 7 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 15 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 8 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Ayvalık to Istanbul
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Ayvalık to Istanbul among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a flight costs an average of €27.
Distance: 269 km
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€24 Average price Cheapest | €50 Average price |
7h 38m Average total duration 7h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Ayvalık to Istanbul bus times
The table below shows live departures for Ayvalık to Istanbul buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:30 AM Ayvalık | 8h25 | 1:55 PM Istanbul | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:30 AM Ayvalık | 8h15 | 7:45 PM Istanbul | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:00 PM Ayvalık | 7h10 | 9:10 PM Istanbul | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:00 PM Ayvalık | 7h15 | 11:15 PM Istanbul | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:59 PM Ayvalık | 8h01 | 5:00 AM Istanbul | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Ayvalık to Istanbul
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Buses from Ayvalık to Istanbul run on average 13 times per day, taking around 7h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €20 if you book in advance.
There are 13 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:58. The fastest bus covers the 269 km distance in 7h 10m.
Distance 269 km |
Average bus duration 7h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 7h 10m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:58 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Pamukkale, Kamil Koc from Ayvalık to IstanbulYou can travel by bus between Ayvalık to Istanbul with FlixBus, Pamukkale, Kamil Koc for as low as €20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Ayvalık to Istanbul
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ayvalık to Istanbul by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Istanbul, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Ayvalık, Bus Terminal, which is located around 1.5 miles (2.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler), located 4.8 miles (7.8 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Ayvalık to Istanbul
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Terminal (in the station)
- Kebab Express (0.2 km)
- Simit Sarayı (0.3 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Metro: M1A Bus: 83O, 91E, 97G
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Alibeyköy (in the station)
- Kebab House (0.2 km)
- Simit Sarayı (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 36CE, 49T, 49Z Metro: M7
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