The cheapest and fastest buses from Istanbul to Alaçatı
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€26
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€31
Fastest journey on Sep 18
8 h 40 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
8 h 40 m
Buses on Sep 18
2
Distance
375 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Istanbul to Alaçatı is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Istanbul to Alaçatı will cost around €31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €26.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 2 buses from Istanbul to Alaçatı, including 2 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct buses cover the 375 km distance in an average of 8 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 40 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest buses will take 8 h 40 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.
7:20 AM8h40Istanbul4:00 PMAlaçatı€261One-way0 transfers
8:50 PM8h40Istanbul5:30 AMAlaçatı€361One-way0 transfers
7:20 AM8h40Istanbul4:00 PMAlaçatı€261One-way0 transfers
8:50 PM8h40Istanbul5:30 AMAlaçatı€361One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Istanbul to Alaçatı
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Istanbul to Alaçatı among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €37 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 8m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €37, while a flight costs an average of €56.
Distance: 375 km
Compare bus with
Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€37 Average price Cheapest | €56 Average price | €110 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 15m Average total duration 8h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 18m 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 Istanbul to Alaçatı:
A bus is €19 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Istanbul to Alaçatı costing on average €56.
Other travel options to Alaçatı take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 45m.
Live departures
Istanbul to Alaçatı bus times
The table below shows live departures for Istanbul to Alaçatı buses for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 10:00 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 9h00 | 7:00 PM Alaçatı | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:20 AM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 8h40 | 7:00 PM Alaçatı | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:00 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 9h00 | 12:00 AM Alaçatı | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:20 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 8h40 | 12:00 AM Alaçatı | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 8h30 | 7:00 AM Alaçatı | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:50 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 8h10 | 7:00 AM Alaçatı | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Istanbul to Alaçatı by bus or flight
Compare bus and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Sep 18
Sep 19
Sep 20
Sep 21
Sep 22
Sep 23
Sep 24
Why should you book Istanbul to Alaçatı buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Kale Seyahat or Varan Turizm to find the best option for your trip from Istanbul to Alaçatı.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Istanbul to Alaçatı.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Istanbul to Alaçatı.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Istanbul to Alaçatı
Buses from Istanbul to Alaçatı run on average 4 times per day, taking around 8h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €31 if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:20. The fastest bus covers the 375 km distance in 8h 35m.
Distance 375 km |
Average bus duration 8h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price €31 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 8h 35m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 4 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Kale Seyahat, Varan Turizm from Istanbul to AlaçatıYou can travel by bus between Istanbul to Alaçatı with FlixBus, Kale Seyahat, Varan Turizm for as low as €31. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
Kale Seyahat
Varan Turizm
FAQs: Bus from Istanbul to Alaçatı
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Istanbul to Alaçatı 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 Alaçatı, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- 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.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Istanbul to Alaçatı
Most Istanbul to Alaçatı buses use the Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler) to Çeşme, Otogar station pair. Use this guide to compare Istanbul and Alaçatı bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Istanbul station do buses to Alaçatı leave from?
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.
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.
Most popular bus connections from Istanbul
More options for your journey from Istanbul to Alaçatı
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need

