4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Dalaman to Istanbul
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€41
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€41
Fastest journey on Sep 17
12 h 39 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
14 h 44 m
Buses on Sep 17
4
Distance
473 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Dalaman to Istanbul is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dalaman to Istanbul will cost around €41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €41.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 4 buses from Dalaman to Istanbul, including 4 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct buses cover the 473 km distance in an average of 14 h 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 39 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest buses will take 16 h 45 m 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.
FlixBus12:30 PM13h00Dalaman, Bus Station1:30 AMIstanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)€411One-way0 transfers- FlixBus12:30 PM12h39Dalaman, Bus Station1:09 AMİstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı€411One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus7:15 PM16h30Dalaman, Bus Station11:45 AMİstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı€421One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus7:15 PM16h45Dalaman, Bus Station12:00 PMIstanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)€421One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus12:30 PM12h39Dalaman, Bus Station1:09 AMİstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı€411One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus12:30 PM13h00Dalaman, Bus Station1:30 AMIstanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)€411One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus7:15 PM16h30Dalaman, Bus Station11:45 AMİstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı€421One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus7:15 PM16h45Dalaman, Bus Station12:00 PMIstanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)€421One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Dalaman to Istanbul
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Dalaman to Istanbul among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €45 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 25m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €45, while a flight costs an average of €64.
Distance: 473 km
Compare bus with
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€45 Average price Cheapest | €64 Average price | €133 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 44m Average total duration 12h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 8h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Dalaman to Istanbul:
A bus is €19 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dalaman to Istanbul costing on average €64.
Other travel options to Istanbul take longer:
Bus takes on average 12h 14m.
Live departures
Dalaman to Istanbul bus times
The table below shows live departures for Dalaman to Istanbul buses for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 12:30 PM Dalaman, Bus Station | 13h00 | 1:30 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:30 PM Dalaman, Bus Station | 12h39 | 1:09 AM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:15 PM Dalaman, Bus Station | 16h30 | 11:45 AM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:15 PM Dalaman, Bus Station | 16h45 | 12:00 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Dalaman to Istanbul
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Buses from Dalaman to Istanbul run on average 5 times per day, taking around 12h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €38 but you can travel from only €32 by flight.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 22:35. The fastest bus covers the 473 km distance in 11h 55m.
Distance 473 km |
Average bus duration 12h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price €38 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 11h 55m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 10:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 3 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Dalaman to IstanbulYou can travel by bus between Dalaman to Istanbul with FlixBus for as low as €32. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Dalaman to Istanbul
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dalaman 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.
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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Dalaman to Istanbul
Most Dalaman to Istanbul buses use the Dalaman, Otogar to Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler) station pair, with some services arriving at İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı. Use this guide to compare Dalaman and Istanbul bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Dalaman station do buses to Istanbul leave from?
Getting to Dalaman, Otogar from Dalaman city centre
Dalaman, Otogar is 5 km from Dalaman city centre. Public transport options include:
Dalaman, Otogar bus station facilities and services
Dalaman, Otogar has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: There are small kiosks offering food and beverages.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Dalaman, Otogar. ATMs are aTM is located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dalaman, Otogar.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dalaman, Otogar: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dalaman, Otogar: The station is accessible for passengers with limited mobility.
Which Istanbul station do buses from Dalaman arrive at?
Getting to İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı from Istanbul city centre
İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı is 8 km from Istanbul city centre. Public transport options include:
İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı bus station facilities and services
İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Alibeyköy (in the station), Kebab House (0.2 km), Simit Sarayı (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler) from Istanbul city centre
Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler) is 5 km from Istanbul city centre. Public transport options include:
Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler) bus station facilities and services
Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Terminal (in the station), Kebab Express (0.2 km), Simit Sarayı (0.3 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and throughout the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler): Elevators, ramps.
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