Istanbul to Trabzon by bus
Travelling from Istanbul to Trabzon by bus takes about 14h 30m, run by Metro Turizm. A quicker option we found is flight, at 1h 45m. The bus is still the cheapest.
A closer look at the bus journey
What follows describes one route in our records. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.
- Estimated fare
- €32
- Total journey
- 14h 30m
- Change
- direct
- Operator
- Metro Turizm
Our estimate, not a fare we saw · Not checked for your date
The journey, step by step
- 1İstanbul Dudullu to Trabzon
Metro Turizm14h 30mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Departures from Istanbul to Trabzon
FlixBus publishes departures from 09:46 to 23:45.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | · | 09:46 | 23:45 |
| Kamil Koç | 7 | 08:21 | 22:20 |
| Ali Osman Ulusoy, Kamil Koc by FlixBus, Metro Turizm | · | · | · |
| Metro Turizm | · | · | · |
All departures FlixBus
- 09:46
- 11:01
- 12:46
- 13:45
- 16:45
- 18:00
- 19:45
- 20:45
- 22:00
- 23:45
All departures Kamil Koç
- 08:21
- 11:21
- 12:20
- 15:20
- 18:20
- 19:20
- 22:20
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.
Bus facts for this route
These come from the timetables and station records we hold for the bus only. A line we cannot back with data is left out.
- Departs from
- İstanbul Esenler Otogarı
- Bus operators
- Kamil Koç, Ali Osman Ulusoy, Kamil Koc by FlixBus, Metro Turizm, Metro Turizm, FlixBus
- Timetable
- First bus at 09:46, last at 23:45 with FlixBus.
- Good to know
- Direct bus, no change on the way.
Before you travel
Seats and the service
Seat selection, breaks and the exact timetable vary by operator. Traffic and road conditions can change the journey time.
Baggage and ticket conditions
Baggage allowance and ticket conditions depend on the provider you choose and the fare type. This record holds neither, so check the change and cancellation terms before you buy.
Accessibility
Accessibility services and facilities are not in this record. Contact the operator before travelling for current information.
Other ways to travel
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €48Checked Nov 8 | 1h 45mFlight only | See Flight details |
- Flight€48Checked Nov 81h 45m · Flight onlySee Flight details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Istanbul to Trabzon by bus: common questions
How long does Istanbul to Trabzon take by bus?
About 14h 30m, with no transfer.
How much is a bus ticket from Istanbul to Trabzon?
Our estimate for this route is around €32. We have not seen it as a fare, so check the price for your date.
Who runs the bus from Istanbul to Trabzon?
Metro Turizm runs this bus.
Is the bus or the flight better?
The flight is faster at 1h 45m. The bus wins on price.
Where else this route goes
Route guides
- Istanbul Trabzon bus
- Istanbul to Trabzon by bus
- bus ticket Istanbul to Trabzon
- how long is the bus from Istanbul to Trabzon