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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Dalaman to Istanbul
Cheapest price
€39
Average price
€39
Fastest journey
12 h 39 m
Average duration
12 h 50 m
Buses per day
2
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 €39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €39.
Of the 2 buses that leave Dalaman for Istanbul on Mon, Jun 15, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 15 the direct buses cover the 473 km distance in an average of 12 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 39 m .
On Mon, Jun 15 the slowest buses will take 13 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.
FlixBus12:30 PM13h00Dalaman, Bus Station1:30 AMIstanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)€391One-way0 transfers- FlixBus12:30 PM12h39Dalaman, Bus Station1:09 AMİstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı€391One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus12:30 PM12h39Dalaman, Bus Station1:09 AMİstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı€391One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus12:30 PM13h00Dalaman, Bus Station1:30 AMIstanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)€391One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare flight and bus 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 prices starting from €34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €34, and a flight costs an average of €24.
Distance: 473 km
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| Bus | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
€42 Average price Cheapest | €45 Average price |
12h 34m Average total duration 12h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Dalaman to Istanbul bus times
The table below shows live departures for Dalaman to Istanbul buses for tomorrow, Monday, June 15. 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 | |
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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 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €34 but you can travel from only €24 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 4m |
Cheapest ticket price €34 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 11h 55m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 10:35 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Dalaman to IstanbulYou can travel by bus between Dalaman to Istanbul with FlixBus for as low as €24. 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
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
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
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