4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Istanbul to Rize
Cheapest price
€42
Average price
€46
Fastest journey
19 h
Average duration
19 h 32 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
970 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Istanbul to Rize is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Istanbul to Rize will cost around €46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €42.
Of the 3 buses that leave Istanbul for Rize on Sat, Jan 31, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jan 31 the direct buses cover the 970 km distance in an average of 19 h 32 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 19 h .
On Sat, Jan 31 the slowest buses will take 20 h 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.
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Istanbul to Rize
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Istanbul to Rize among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €28, and a flight costs an average of €27.
Distance: 970 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|
€38 Average price Cheapest | €57 Average price |
19h 17m Average total duration 18h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 49m Average total duration Fastest 1h 49m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Istanbul to Rize bus times
The table below shows live departures for Istanbul to Rize buses for today, Friday, January 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 3:00 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 19h00 | 10:00 AM Rize, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:20 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 18h40 | 10:00 AM Rize, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, January 31 | |||||
| 9:50 AM Istanbul | 19h35 | 5:25 AM Rize | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:30 PM Istanbul | 20h00 | 8:30 AM Rize | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Istanbul to Rize
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Buses from Istanbul to Rize run on average 6 times per day, taking around 18h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €28 but you can travel from only €27 by flight.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 11:00, the last at 19:45. The fastest bus covers the 970 km distance in 19h 0m.
Distance 970 km |
Average bus duration 18h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price €28 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 19h 0m |
First bus 11:00 |
Last bus 19:45 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Ali Osman ULUSOY, Pamukkale, Kamil Koc from Istanbul to RizeYou can travel by bus between Istanbul to Rize with FlixBus, Ali Osman ULUSOY, Pamukkale, Kamil Koc for as low as €27. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
Ali Osman ULUSOY
Pamukkale
Kamil Koc
FAQs: Bus from Istanbul to Rize
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Istanbul to Rize 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 Rize, 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 Rize
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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