The cheapest and fastest buses from Istanbul to Trabzon
Cheapest price
€34
Average price
€34
Fastest journey
17 h 25 m
Average duration
17 h 44 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
904 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Istanbul to Trabzon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Istanbul to Trabzon will cost around €34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €34.
Of the 6 buses that leave Istanbul for Trabzon on Tue, Jun 16, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 16 the direct buses cover the 904 km distance in an average of 17 h 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 17 h 25 m .
On Tue, Jun 16 the slowest buses will take 18 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.
FlixBus10:00 PM17h45Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)3:45 PMTrabzon, Yeni Otobüs terminali€341One-way0 transfers
FlixBus11:20 AM18h10İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı5:30 AMTrabzon, Yeni Otobüs terminali€341One-way0 transfers
FlixBus10:20 PM17h25İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı3:45 PMTrabzon, Yeni Otobüs terminali€341One-way0 transfers
FlixBus11:00 AM18h30Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)5:30 AMTrabzon, Yeni Otobüs terminali€341One-way0 transfers
FlixBus6:20 PM17h30İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı11:50 AMTrabzon, Yeni Otobüs terminali€341One-way0 transfers
FlixBus10:20 PM17h25İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı3:45 PMTrabzon, Yeni Otobüs terminali€341One-way0 transfers
FlixBus6:20 PM17h30İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı11:50 AMTrabzon, Yeni Otobüs terminali€341One-way0 transfers
FlixBus10:00 PM17h45Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)3:45 PMTrabzon, Yeni Otobüs terminali€341One-way0 transfers
FlixBus6:00 PM17h50Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)11:50 AMTrabzon, Yeni Otobüs terminali€341One-way0 transfers
FlixBus11:20 AM18h10İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı5:30 AMTrabzon, Yeni Otobüs terminali€341One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Istanbul to Trabzon
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Istanbul to Trabzon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 53m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.9 - 2.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €27, and a flight costs an average of €28.
Distance: 904 km
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| Bus | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
€37 Average price Cheapest | €57 Average price |
18h 1m Average total duration 17h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 53m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.9 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.7 - 5.4kg 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 Trabzon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Istanbul to Trabzon buses for today, Monday, June 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 11:00 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 18h30 | 5:30 AM Trabzon, Yeni Otobüs terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:20 AM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 18h10 | 5:30 AM Trabzon, Yeni Otobüs terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:00 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 17h50 | 11:50 AM Trabzon, Yeni Otobüs terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:20 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 17h30 | 11:50 AM Trabzon, Yeni Otobüs terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 17h45 | 3:45 PM Trabzon, Yeni Otobüs terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:20 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 17h25 | 3:45 PM Trabzon, Yeni Otobüs terminali | 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 Kanberoğlu Turizm or Kamil Koc to find the best option for your trip from Istanbul to Trabzon.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Istanbul to Trabzon
Buses from Istanbul to Trabzon run on average 7 times per day, taking around 17h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €27 if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:00, the last at 22:20. The fastest bus covers the 904 km distance in 17h 25m.
Distance 904 km |
Average bus duration 17h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price €27 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 17h 25m |
First bus 2:00 AM |
Last bus 10:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 21 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Kanberoğlu Turizm, Kamil Koc from Istanbul to TrabzonYou can travel by bus between Istanbul to Trabzon with FlixBus, Kanberoğlu Turizm, Kamil Koc for as low as €27. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Kanberoğlu Turizm
Kamil Koc
FAQs: Bus from Istanbul to Trabzon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Istanbul to Trabzon 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 Trabzon, 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 Trabzon
- 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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