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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Istanbul to Bolu
Cheapest price
€13
Average price
€14
Fastest journey
5 h 25 m
Average duration
5 h 48 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
225 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Istanbul to Bolu is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Istanbul to Bolu will cost around €14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.
Of the 5 buses that leave Istanbul for Bolu on Tue, Dec 09, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 09 the direct buses cover the 225 km distance in an average of 5 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 25 m .
On Tue, Dec 09 the slowest buses will take 6 h 15 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.
Live departures
Istanbul to Bolu bus times
The table below shows live departures for Istanbul to Bolu buses for today, Monday, December 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 5:00 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 5h15 | 10:15 PM Bolu, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:20 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 4h55 | 10:15 PM Bolu, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:00 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 5h55 | 11:55 PM Bolu, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:25 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 5h30 | 11:55 PM Bolu, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:00 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 5h40 | 12:40 AM Bolu, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:20 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 5h20 | 12:40 AM Bolu, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:59 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 5h41 | 2:40 AM Bolu, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, December 9 | |||||
| 3:50 AM Istanbul | 5h55 | 9:45 AM Bolu | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:50 AM Istanbul | 5h25 | 10:15 AM Bolu | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:55 AM Istanbul | 5h35 | 11:30 AM Bolu | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:00 AM Istanbul | 6h15 | 4:15 PM Bolu | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:00 PM Istanbul | 5h50 | 5:50 PM Bolu | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Istanbul to Bolu
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Buses from Istanbul to Bolu run on average 66 times per day, taking around 5h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €12 if you book in advance.
There are 66 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:19, the last at 23:58. The fastest bus covers the 225 km distance in 5h 5m.
Distance 225 km |
Average bus duration 5h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Buses per day 66 |
Direct buses 66 |
Fastest bus 5h 5m |
First bus 00:19 |
Last bus 23:58 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Has Turizm, Ali Osman ULUSOY, Pamukkale, Kamil Koc from Istanbul to BoluYou can travel by bus between Istanbul to Bolu with FlixBus, Has Turizm, Ali Osman ULUSOY, Pamukkale, Kamil Koc for as low as €12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Pamukkale
Kamil Koc
FAQs: Bus from Istanbul to Bolu
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Istanbul to Bolu 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 Bolu, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Istanbul to Bolu
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
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
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