The cheapest and fastest buses from Istanbul to Antalya
Cheapest price
€30
Average price
€31
Fastest journey
12 h 25 m
Average duration
12 h 42 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
481 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Istanbul to Antalya is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Istanbul to Antalya will cost around €31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €30.
Of the 14 buses that leave Istanbul for Antalya on Sun, Aug 09, 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Aug 09 the direct buses cover the 481 km distance in an average of 12 h 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 25 m .
On Sun, Aug 09 the slowest buses will take 13 h 10 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.
FlixBus10:20 AM14h25İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı12:45 AMAntalya, Şehir Otogarı€301One-way0 transfers
FlixBus10:00 AM14h45Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)12:45 AMAntalya, Şehir Otogarı€301One-way0 transfers
FlixBus6:20 AM13h25İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı7:45 PMAntalya, Şehir Otogarı€301One-way0 transfers
FlixBus6:00 AM13h45Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)7:45 PMAntalya, Şehir Otogarı€301One-way0 transfers
FlixBus8:00 PM13h30Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)9:30 AMAntalya, Şehir Otogarı€301One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:20 PM12h25İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı9:45 AMAntalya, Şehir Otogarı€321One-way0 transfers
FlixBus12:20 AM12h25İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı12:45 PMAntalya, Şehir Otogarı€311One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:00 PM12h45Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)9:45 AMAntalya, Şehir Otogarı€321One-way0 transfers
FlixBus11:59 PM12h46Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)12:45 PMAntalya, Şehir Otogarı€311One-way0 transfers
FlixBus8:20 PM13h10İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı9:30 AMAntalya, Şehir Otogarı€301One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Istanbul to Antalya
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Istanbul to Antalya among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 36m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, and a flight costs an average of €23.
Distance: 481 km
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€29 Average price Cheapest | €51 Average price |
10h 32m Average total duration 10h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 36m Average total duration Fastest 4h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Istanbul to Antalya bus times
The table below shows live departures for Istanbul to Antalya buses for today, Saturday, August 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 10:00 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 14h45 | 12:45 AM Antalya, Şehir Otogarı | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:20 AM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 14h25 | 12:45 AM Antalya, Şehir Otogarı | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:15 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 14h15 | 4:30 AM Antalya, Şehir Otogarı | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:35 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 13h55 | 4:30 AM Antalya, Şehir Otogarı | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:00 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 13h45 | 6:45 AM Antalya, Şehir Otogarı | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:20 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 13h25 | 6:45 AM Antalya, Şehir Otogarı | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 12h15 | 7:15 AM Antalya, Şehir Otogarı | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:20 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 11h55 | 7:15 AM Antalya, Şehir Otogarı | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 13h30 | 9:30 AM Antalya, Şehir Otogarı | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:20 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 13h10 | 9:30 AM Antalya, Şehir Otogarı | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 12h45 | 9:45 AM Antalya, Şehir Otogarı | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:20 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 12h25 | 9:45 AM Antalya, Şehir Otogarı | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 13h00 | 11:00 AM Antalya, Şehir Otogarı | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:20 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 12h40 | 11:00 AM Antalya, Şehir Otogarı | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:59 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 12h46 | 12:45 PM Antalya, Şehir Otogarı | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:20 AM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 12h25 | 12:45 PM Antalya, Şehir Otogarı | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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 Infobus, Luks Yonca, İstanbul Kalesi or Kale Seyahat to find the best option for your trip from Istanbul to Antalya.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Istanbul to Antalya
Buses from Istanbul to Antalya run on average 19 times per day, taking around 10h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €21 if you book in advance.
There are 19 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:19, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 481 km distance in 13h 0m.
Distance 481 km |
Average bus duration 10h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price €21 |
Buses per day 19 |
Direct buses 19 |
Fastest bus 13h 0m |
First bus 12:19 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
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High Season Jul - Sep |
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Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Infobus, Luks Yonca, İstanbul Kalesi, Kale Seyahat, Pamukkale, Alanyalılar Turizm, Antalya Net Seyahat, Güney Akdeniz Seyahat from Istanbul to AntalyaYou can travel by bus between Istanbul to Antalya with FlixBus, Infobus, Luks Yonca, İstanbul Kalesi, Kale Seyahat, Pamukkale, Alanyalılar Turizm, Antalya Net Seyahat, Güney Akdeniz Seyahat for as low as €21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Güney Akdeniz Seyahat
FAQs: Bus from Istanbul to Antalya
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Istanbul to Antalya 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 Antalya, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- 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.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Istanbul to Antalya
Most Istanbul to Antalya buses use the Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler) to Antalya, Şehir Otogarı station pair, with some services arriving at Serik, Otogarı. Use this guide to compare Istanbul and Antalya bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Istanbul station do buses to Antalya 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.
Getting to Istanbul, Dudullu Giden Yolcu Terminali from Istanbul city centre
Istanbul, Dudullu Giden Yolcu Terminali is 16 km from Istanbul city centre. Public transport options include:
Istanbul, Dudullu Giden Yolcu Terminali bus station facilities and services
Istanbul, Dudullu Giden Yolcu Terminali has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Several fast food and sit-down restaurants available.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the terminal. ATMs are aTMs available near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Istanbul, Dudullu Giden Yolcu Terminali.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Istanbul, Dudullu Giden Yolcu Terminali: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Istanbul, Dudullu Giden Yolcu Terminali: Elevators and ramps available for disabled access.
Which Antalya station do buses from Istanbul arrive at?
Getting to Antalya, Şehir Otogarı from Antalya city centre
Antalya, Şehir Otogarı is 3 km from Antalya city centre. Public transport options include:
Antalya, Şehir Otogarı bus station facilities and services
Antalya, Şehir Otogarı has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Several fast food and local cuisine options.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in waiting areas. ATMs are aTMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Antalya, Şehir Otogarı.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Antalya, Şehir Otogarı: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Antalya, Şehir Otogarı: Elevators and ramps available for accessibility.
Getting to Antalya from Antalya city centre
Antalya is 2 km from Antalya city centre. Public transport options include:
Antalya bus station facilities and services
Antalya has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Fast-food and traditional Turkish eateries available.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available for up to 1 hour. ATMs are aTMs located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Antalya.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Antalya: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Antalya: Wheelchair accessible ramps and restrooms available.
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