The cheapest and fastest buses from Istanbul to Bodrum
Cheapest price
€36
Average price
€38
Fastest journey
10 h 40 m
Average duration
11 h 7 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
461 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Istanbul to Bodrum is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Istanbul to Bodrum will cost around €38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €36.
Of the 9 buses that leave Istanbul for Bodrum on Mon, Nov 10, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Nov 10 the direct buses cover the 461 km distance in an average of 11 h 7 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 40 m .
On Mon, Nov 10 the slowest buses will take 11 h 25 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.
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Compare bus and flight for Istanbul to Bodrum
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Istanbul to Bodrum among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 23m. 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 €29, and a flight costs an average of €24.
Distance: 461 km
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| Bus | Most popular Flight |
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€34 Average price Cheapest | €50 Average price |
12h 13m Average total duration 11h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Istanbul to Bodrum bus times
The table below shows live departures for Istanbul to Bodrum buses for today, Sunday, November 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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0 | 2:00 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 13h00 | 3:00 AM Bodrum, Yeni Otogar (Torba) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:01 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 11h30 | 3:31 AM Bodrum, Yeni Otogar (Torba) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:21 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 11h10 | 3:31 AM Bodrum, Yeni Otogar (Torba) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:59 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 11h01 | 8:00 AM Bodrum, Yeni Otogar (Torba) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:20 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 10h40 | 8:00 AM Bodrum, Yeni Otogar (Torba) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:00 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 11h40 | 2:40 PM Bodrum, Yeni Otogar (Torba) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:20 AM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 11h20 | 2:40 PM Bodrum, Yeni Otogar (Torba) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 11h45 | 7:45 PM Bodrum, Yeni Otogar (Torba) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:20 AM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 11h25 | 7:45 PM Bodrum, Yeni Otogar (Torba) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Istanbul to Bodrum
Buses from Istanbul to Bodrum run on average 11 times per day, taking around 11h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €29 but you can travel from only €24 by flight.
There are 11 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 461 km distance in 11h 1m.
Distance 461 km |
Average bus duration 11h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price €29 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 11h 1m |
First bus 00:20 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Infobus, Pamukkale from Istanbul to BodrumYou can travel by bus between Istanbul to Bodrum with FlixBus, Infobus, Pamukkale 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 Istanbul to Bodrum
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Istanbul to Bodrum 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 Bodrum, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler), which is located around 4.8 miles (7.8 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bodrum, Otogarı, located 0.4 miles (713 m) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Istanbul to Bodrum
- 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
- 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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