The cheapest and fastest buses from Trabzon to Istanbul
Cheapest price
€39
Average price
€39
Fastest journey
16 h 45 m
Average duration
17 h 44 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
904 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Trabzon to Istanbul is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Trabzon to Istanbul will cost around €39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €39.
Of the 6 buses that leave Trabzon for Istanbul on Fri, Jun 19, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 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 16 h 45 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest buses will take 19 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.
FlixBus5:00 PM19h30Trabzon, Yeni Otobüs terminali12:30 PMIstanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)€391One-way0 transfers
FlixBus5:00 PM19h10Trabzon, Yeni Otobüs terminali12:10 PMİstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı€391One-way0 transfers
FlixBus7:30 PM16h45Trabzon, Yeni Otobüs terminali12:15 PMİstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı€391One-way0 transfers
FlixBus7:30 PM17h05Trabzon, Yeni Otobüs terminali12:35 PMIstanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)€391One-way0 transfers
FlixBus3:30 PM18h00Trabzon, Yeni Otobüs terminali9:30 AMIstanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)€391One-way0 transfers
FlixBus7:30 PM16h45Trabzon, Yeni Otobüs terminali12:15 PMİstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı€391One-way0 transfers
FlixBus7:30 PM17h05Trabzon, Yeni Otobüs terminali12:35 PMIstanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)€391One-way0 transfers
FlixBus3:30 PM17h40Trabzon, Yeni Otobüs terminali9:10 AMİstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı€391One-way0 transfers
FlixBus3:30 PM18h00Trabzon, Yeni Otobüs terminali9:30 AMIstanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)€391One-way0 transfers
FlixBus5:00 PM19h10Trabzon, Yeni Otobüs terminali12:10 PMİstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı€391One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Trabzon to Istanbul
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Trabzon to Istanbul 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 2h 9m. 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 €25.
Distance: 904 km
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| Bus | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
€37 Average price Cheapest | €53 Average price |
18h 8m Average total duration 17h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 9m Average total duration Fastest 2h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.9 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.7 - 5.4kg CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Trabzon to Istanbul bus times
The table below shows live departures for Trabzon to Istanbul buses for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 3:30 PM Trabzon, Yeni Otobüs terminali | 18h00 | 9:30 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:30 PM Trabzon, Yeni Otobüs terminali | 17h40 | 9:10 AM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:00 PM Trabzon, Yeni Otobüs terminali | 19h30 | 12:30 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:00 PM Trabzon, Yeni Otobüs terminali | 19h10 | 12:10 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 PM Trabzon, Yeni Otobüs terminali | 16h45 | 12:15 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 PM Trabzon, Yeni Otobüs terminali | 17h05 | 12:35 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Trabzon to Istanbul
Buses from Trabzon to Istanbul run on average 7 times per day, taking around 17h 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €27 but you can travel from only €25 by flight.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:20. The fastest bus covers the 904 km distance in 16h 45m.
Distance 904 km |
Average bus duration 17h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price €27 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 16h 45m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 11:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 35 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Ali Osman ULUSOY from Trabzon to IstanbulYou can travel by bus between Trabzon to Istanbul with FlixBus, Ali Osman ULUSOY for as low as €25. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Trabzon to Istanbul
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Trabzon 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.

- 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 Trabzon to Istanbul
- 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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