How to get from Istanbul to Zara
- 753 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: flight, 9h 15m
- 5 bus departures a day with FlixBus
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We compared the ways to travel from Istanbul to Zara. The most useful door-to-door route takes 12h 30m by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 753 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This is the lowest fare we have recorded for this route in the last 14 days.
This fare comes from a search on September 29, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
753 km
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| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €115Checked Sep 28 | 9h 15m1 transfer | See Flight details |
| Bus | €43Reading date not recorded | 12h 30mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€115Checked Sep 289h 15m · 1 transferSee Flight details
- Bus€43Reading date not recorded12h 30m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Istanbul to Zara: cheapest or fastest?
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- 1İstanbul Dudullu → Zarabus
Metro Turizm·12h 30m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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Departures from Istanbul to Zara
FlixBus runs 5 scheduled departures a day, the first at 14:55 and the last at 19:20.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 5 | 14:55 | 19:20 |
| Metro Turizmbus | 4 | — | — |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. 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-Zara, Nevşehir-ZaraBook →
Turkish AirlinesIstanbul Airport-Nevşehir Kapadokya AirportSee live options and dates →On this route you travel with Metro Turizm, Turkish Airlines; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Istanbul to Zara works
Start with a Metro Turizm bus from İstanbul Dudullu to Zara, about 12h 30m. In total it's roughly €43 over 12h 30m, direct, no transfers.
Istanbul to Zara: common questions
How long does it take to get from Istanbul to Zara?
The most useful route takes about 12h 30m by bus, with no transfer.
When is the first bus from Istanbul to Zara?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 14:55 and the last at 19:20, from İstanbul Alibeyköy, according to the published timetable.
How many bus departures a day are there from Istanbul to Zara?
5 a day with FlixBus, between 14:55 and 19:20.
Which station does the bus from Istanbul to Zara leave from?
İstanbul Alibeyköy with FlixBus, according to the published timetable.
How far is Zara from Istanbul?
About 753 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Istanbul to Zara cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €43. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Istanbul to Zara?
On this route you travel with Metro Turizm, Turkish Airlines.
What is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Zara?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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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, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: Metro Turizm
Route calculated: 29 Sep 2026