The cheapest and fastest buses from Istanbul to Kayseri
Cheapest price
€36
Average price
€36
Fastest journey
12 h 5 m
Average duration
12 h 28 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
613 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Istanbul to Kayseri is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Istanbul to Kayseri will cost around €36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €36.
Of the 12 buses that leave Istanbul for Kayseri on Wed, Nov 05, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 05 the direct buses cover the 613 km distance in an average of 12 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 5 m .
On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest buses will take 12 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.
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Compare bus and flight for Istanbul to Kayseri
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Istanbul to Kayseri among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.6 - 1.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €25, and a flight costs an average of €24.
Distance: 613 km
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| Bus | Most popular Flight |
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€28 Average price Cheapest | €60 Average price |
11h 39m Average total duration 11h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.8 - 3.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Istanbul to Kayseri bus times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 5:00 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 13h00 | 6:00 PM Kayseri, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:20 AM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 12h40 | 6:00 PM Kayseri, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 13h45 | 12:15 AM Kayseri, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:50 AM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 13h25 | 12:15 AM Kayseri, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:55 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 12h45 | 2:40 AM Kayseri, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:15 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 12h25 | 2:40 AM Kayseri, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:00 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 13h20 | 4:20 AM Kayseri, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:20 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 13h00 | 4:20 AM Kayseri, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:00 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 12h30 | 6:30 AM Kayseri, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:25 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 12h05 | 6:30 AM Kayseri, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:59 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 13h01 | 10:00 AM Kayseri, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Istanbul to Kayseri
Distance 613 km |
Average bus duration 11h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price €25 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 15 |
Fastest bus 11h 55m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:58 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Istanbul to KayseriYou can travel by bus between Istanbul to Kayseri 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 Istanbul to Kayseri

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 Kayseri, Bus Station, located 5 miles (8 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Istanbul to Kayseri
- 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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