There are a number of different ways to get to İstanbul but travelling by bus has many benefits. By travelling with FlixBus, you can save money with our cheap bus tickets and you can do your part in saving the environment, as bus travel is the most environmentally-friendly method!

How do I buy a bus ticket to İstanbul?

It's really easy to buy a bus ticket to İstanbul with FlixBus: you can book online on our website simply selecting your departure and arrival cities, and picking your favourite date to travel. The best way to find cheap tickets though is by using the free FlixBus App and keep your ticket always in your pocket!

How can I get to İstanbul by bus?

Getting to İstanbul with FlixBus is easy as you can reach İstanbul from 259 cities. You can also save the cost of the hotel by travelling on overnight buses, so no matter your schedule, you can plan your journey to İstanbul around you. Book now your trip to İstanbul from the website or find the best prices on the free FlixBus App.

How many bus stations are there in İstanbul?

There are 4 bus stops in İstanbul. The stops are Sultanbeyli Biniş Durağı, İstanbul Esenler bus station, İstanbul Dudullu bus station, İstanbul Alibeyköy bus station.

How much does it cost to get to İstanbul?

Buses are one of the most convenient ways to travel and FlixBus is among the cheapest to get to İstanbul! Depending on where you are travelling from, tickets to İstanbul cost on average $5.15, but if you book in advance or during the week getting to İstanbul with FlixBus can cost as little as $3.99!

How do I use my FlixBus ticket to İstanbul?

Using your FlixBus ticket to go to İstanbul is easy! If you booked online, you must have received a PDF booking confirmation via e-mail containing a QR code which serves as your bus ticket. If you booked through the FlixBus App instead, your ticket is automatically stored there. In both cases, no need to print the ticket: simply show it digitally to the driver and you are ready to board the bus, sit back and relax.

Can I track my bus from and to İstanbul?

Yes, you can track your FlixBus using our Real-Time Info tracker. Simply enter your stop in İstanbul and check the status of your ride.

Can I reserve a seat on my journey to İstanbul?

You can reserve a seat on your journey to İstanbul during the booking process. Subject to availability, you can choose your seat from a number of categories, including panorama seats - for a better view during your trip, table seats - for more comfort and bed seats - ideal for a restful journey. Check out our seat reservation price list for more information.

How can I pay for my bus ticket to İstanbul?

We offer several payment methods for purchasing your ticket securily. You can choose among card payment, Paypal, Google Pay and many more. Once in the payment section, you will be able to see all the available options and pick your preferred one. If you are having difficulties with payment, check out our help page about payments. If you buy your bus ticket onboard or at a sales point you are also given the option to pay cash.

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Find the cheapest buses to İstanbul

For cheap tickets to İstanbul, there’s no better way to travel than with FlixBus. There are 326 destinations you can reach only in Turkey, and you can travel to many other countries, so no matter where you’re traveling from, we can get you to İstanbul. It couldn’t be easier to book a bus ticket to İstanbul with FlixBus. Tickets to İstanbul start from only $3.99, but these very convenient tickets are subject to availability! Make sure to always book in advance and travel off-peak if you can. Don't forget to download and store the free FlixBus App on your phone in order to find the best prices, manage your booking more easily and get the most up-to-date information about your journey. With the App on-hand, there is also no need to print your ticket: simply show it to the driver, and then settle down to enjoy your journey in our comfortable seats.

Why travel to İstanbul with FlixBus

It couldn’t be easier to get to İstanbul with FlixBus! With 259 cities connected by bus to İstanbul, you can travel from near or far. No matter where you’re traveling from, it’s easy to book a trip to İstanbul whether in person at our ticket agents or onboard, or online via website or in the free FlixBus App; you can also choose your preferred payment option like credit cards, PayPal and Google Pay. What’s more, when you take a trip with FlixBus, you know that you’re traveling to İstanbul in the most environmentally-friendly way. We’re aiming to become 100% carbon neutral in the future, and you can help us get there by offsetting your carbon emissions when you book your ticket.

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Ready to book your trip to İstanbul? Don't forget to reserve your seat in advance for the best travel experience! Subject to availability, you can choose from a classic, table or panorama seat, or book an additional seat beside yours if you need extra space. We also offer a generous luggage allowance, with each traveler able to bring one piece of carry-on luggage and one checked bag included in the ticket. Lastly, sit back and enjoy our entertainment system, available on most buses, or surf the web with our free onboard Wi-Fi, as well as extra legroom, power outlets and toilets.

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