How to get from Istanbul to Darende
Istanbul to Darende is 778 km in a straight line, and the fastest option takes 8h 20m by plane. The trip takes 14h 45m by bus.
On Routavio you can compare the ways from Istanbul to Darende by price and travel time (route calculated on 6 November 2026).
- 9 bus departures a day with Malatya Zafer Turizm
- First bus at 12:30, last at 21:30
Compare the ways to get there. Then check them for your own date.
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Istanbul to Darende. The most useful door-to-door route takes 14h 45m by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 778 km apart in a straight line. The operators below come from a real route search.
778 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | No current fare | 8h 20m3 transfers | See Flight details |
| Bus | No current fare | 14h 45mdirect | See Bus details |
- FlightNo current fare8h 20m · 3 transfersSee Flight details
- BusNo current fare14h 45m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Istanbul to Darende: cheapest or fastest?
Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1İstanbul Dudullu → Darendebus
Metro Turizm·14h 45m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Departures from Istanbul to Darende
Malatya Zafer Turizm runs 9 scheduled departures a day, the first at 12:30 and the last at 21:30.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| Malatya Zafer Turizmbus | 9 | 12:30 | 21:30 |
| Metro Turizmbus | · | · | · |
All departures Malatya Zafer Turizm
- 12:30
- 14:00
- 15:30
- 16:00
- 17:30
- 18:00
- 19:00
- 20:00
- 21:30
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, we do not hold a published timetable for that operator. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Operators seen on these journeys
Metro Turizmİstanbul Dudullu-Darende, Kayseri-Afşin, Afşin-DarendeBook →
AJetSabiha Gökçen Airport-Kayseri Erkilet International AirportSee live options and dates →Airport shuttle busKayseri Erkilet International Airport-KayseriBook →On this route you travel with Metro Turizm, AJet, Airport shuttle bus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Istanbul to Darende works
Routavio built this route from its own route data on 6 November 2026. Start with a Metro Turizm bus from İstanbul Dudullu to Darende, about 14h 45m.
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Istanbul to Darende: common questions
How long does it take to get from Istanbul to Darende?
Routavio's route check on 6 November 2026 puts the most useful route at about 14h 45m by bus, with no transfer.
When is the first bus from Istanbul to Darende?
The first bus with Malatya Zafer Turizm leaves at 12:30 and the last at 21:30, according to the published timetable.
How many bus departures a day are there from Istanbul to Darende?
Routavio's timetable check shows 9 bus departures a day with Malatya Zafer Turizm, between 12:30 and 21:30.
How far is Darende from Istanbul?
About 778 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
Which operators run Istanbul to Darende?
According to Routavio's route data, on this route you travel with Metro Turizm, AJet, Airport shuttle bus.
Can you get from Istanbul to Darende without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 14h 45m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Darende?
Routavio's comparison usually points to a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book a ticket for Istanbul to Darende here?
We have not verified a bookable ticket for this route. A general search on 12Go lists what is on sale.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables. The price here is our estimate, not a guarantee.
Operators: Metro Turizm, AJet, Airport shuttle bus
Route calculated: 6 Nov 2026