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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Pamukkale to Istanbul
Cheapest price on Sep 06
€27
Average ticket price on Sep 06
€27
Fastest journey on Sep 06
9 h 40 m
Average journey duration on Sep 06
10 h 28 m
Buses on Sep 06
6
Distance
345 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Pamukkale to Istanbul is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pamukkale to Istanbul will cost around €27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €27.
On Sun, Sep 06, we found 6 buses from Pamukkale to Istanbul, including 6 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 06 the direct buses cover the 345 km distance in an average of 10 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 40 m .
On Sun, Sep 06 the slowest buses will take 11 h 46 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.
FlixBus11:00 PM10h00Denizli, Bus Station9:00 AMIstanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)€271One-way0 transfers- FlixBus11:00 PM9h40Denizli, Bus Station8:40 AMİstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı€271One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus11:59 PM12h01Denizli, Bus Station12:00 PMIstanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)€271One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus11:59 PM11h46Denizli, Bus Station11:45 AMİstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı€271One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus9:00 AM10h10Denizli, Bus Station7:10 PMİstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı€281One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus11:00 PM9h40Denizli, Bus Station8:40 AMİstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı€271One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus11:00 PM10h00Denizli, Bus Station9:00 AMIstanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)€271One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus9:00 AM10h10Denizli, Bus Station7:10 PMİstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı€281One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus9:00 AM10h45Denizli, Bus Station7:45 PMIstanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)€281One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus11:59 PM11h46Denizli, Bus Station11:45 AMİstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı€271One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Pamukkale to Istanbul
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Pamukkale to Istanbul among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €34 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 13m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.3 - 0.9kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €34, while a flight costs an average of €105.
Distance: 345 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
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€34 Average price Cheapest | €105 Average price | €104 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 22m Average total duration 9h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Pamukkale to Istanbul:
A bus is €72 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Pamukkale to Istanbul costing on average €105.
Other travel options to Istanbul take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 52m.
Live departures
Pamukkale to Istanbul bus times
The table below shows live departures for Pamukkale to Istanbul buses for today, Saturday, September 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 9:00 AM Denizli, Bus Station | 10h45 | 7:45 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:00 AM Denizli, Bus Station | 10h10 | 7:10 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:00 PM Denizli, Bus Station | 9h40 | 8:40 AM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:00 PM Denizli, Bus Station | 10h00 | 9:00 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:59 PM Denizli, Bus Station | 12h01 | 12:00 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:59 PM Denizli, Bus Station | 11h46 | 11:45 AM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Pamukkale to Istanbul
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Buses from Pamukkale to Istanbul run on average 7 times per day, taking around 9h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €30 if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:58. The fastest bus covers the 345 km distance in 10h 25m.
Distance 345 km |
Average bus duration 9h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price €30 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 10h 25m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Pamukkale to IstanbulYou can travel by bus between Pamukkale to Istanbul with FlixBus for as low as €30. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Pamukkale to Istanbul
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pamukkale to Istanbul 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 Istanbul, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- 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.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Pamukkale to Istanbul
Most Pamukkale to Istanbul buses use the Denizli, Otobüs Terminali to İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı station pair, with some services arriving at Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler). Use this guide to compare Pamukkale and Istanbul bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Istanbul station do buses from Pamukkale arrive at?
Getting to İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı from Istanbul city centre
İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı is 8 km from Istanbul city centre. Public transport options include:
İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı bus station facilities and services
İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Alibeyköy (in the station), Kebab House (0.2 km), Simit Sarayı (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler) from Istanbul city centre
Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler) is 5 km from Istanbul city centre. Public transport options include:
Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler) bus station facilities and services
Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Terminal (in the station), Kebab Express (0.2 km), Simit Sarayı (0.3 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and throughout the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler): Elevators, ramps.
More options for your journey from Pamukkale to Istanbul
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