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What is the best way to travel from Bursa to Istanbul?

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Carpool is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
2h 0m
$8
$10
766
Car
1h 40m
$2
$3
3

What is the cheapest way to reach Istanbul from Bursa?

You can get to Istanbul with just $2 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Friday
from $9
Saturday
from $8
Sunday
from $8
Monday
from $2
Tuesday
from $8
Wednesday
from $8
Thursday
from $4

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • Vip Arda Tur
    2h 0m
    0
    8:30 PM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    10:30 PM
    Istanbul
    Dudullu Bus Station
    0
    Vip Arda Tur
    Economy
    $9
  • Kütahyalılar
    4h 0m
    0
    12:30 PM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    4:30 PM
    Istanbul
    Esenler Bus Station
    0
    Kütahyalılar
    Economy
    $9
  • Özkaymak Turizm
    4h 0m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    12:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Esenler Bus Station
    0
    Özkaymak Turizm
    Economy
    $9
  • Es Turizm
    4h 0m
    0
    5:30 PM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    9:30 PM
    Istanbul
    Esenler Bus Station
    0
    Es Turizm
    Economy
    $10
  • Soma Seyahat
    5h 0m
    0
    2:40 AM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    7:40 AM
    Istanbul
    Esenler Bus Station
    0
    Soma Seyahat
    Economy
    $12

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • Istanbul Konfor
    3h 0m
    0
    5:30 AM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    8:30 AM
    Istanbul
    Dudullu Bus Station
    0
    Istanbul Konfor
    Economy
    $8
  • Es Turizm
    3h 0m
    0
    5:30 PM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    8:30 PM
    Istanbul
    Alibeyköy Otogarı
    0
    Es Turizm
    Economy
    $10
  • Vip Arda Tur
    3h 29m
    0
    8:30 PM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    11:59 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Vip Arda Tur
    Economy
    $11
  • Balıkesir Uludağ Turizm
    4h 0m
    0
    7:45 PM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    11:45 PM
    Istanbul
    Alibeyköy Otogarı
    0
    Balıkesir Uludağ Turizm
    Economy
    $11
  • Soma Seyahat
    5h 0m
    0
    2:15 AM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    7:15 AM
    Istanbul
    Harem central bus station
    0
    Soma Seyahat
    Economy
    $12

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • Istanbul Konfor
    3h 0m
    0
    5:30 AM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    8:30 AM
    Istanbul
    Dudullu Bus Station
    0
    Istanbul Konfor
    Economy
    $8
  • Vip Arda Tur
    2h 0m
    0
    8:30 PM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    10:30 PM
    Istanbul
    Dudullu Bus Station
    0
    Vip Arda Tur
    Economy
    $9
  • Özkaymak Turizm
    4h 0m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    12:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Alibeyköy Otogarı
    0
    Özkaymak Turizm
    Economy
    $9
  • Alanyalılar Turizm
    4h 0m
    0
    7:30 AM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    11:30 AM
    Istanbul
    Esenler Bus Station
    0
    Alanyalılar Turizm
    Economy
    $9
  • Es Turizm
    4h 0m
    0
    6:30 PM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    10:30 PM
    Istanbul
    Alibeyköy Otogarı
    0
    Es Turizm
    Economy
    $10

    Cheapest Carpool Monday

  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 40m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Bursa
    11:40 AM
    Istanbul
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $2
  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 40m
    0
    5:20 PM
    Bursa
    7:00 PM
    Istanbul
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $2
  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 40m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Bursa
    12:40 PM
    Istanbul
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $3
  • Cheapest Buses Monday

  • Vip Arda Tur
    2h 0m
    0
    8:30 PM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    10:30 PM
    Istanbul
    Dudullu Bus Station
    0
    Vip Arda Tur
    Economy
    $9
  • Özkaymak Turizm
    4h 0m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    12:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Esenler Bus Station
    0
    Özkaymak Turizm
    Economy
    $9
  • Es Turizm
    4h 0m
    0
    5:30 PM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    9:30 PM
    Istanbul
    Esenler Bus Station
    0
    Es Turizm
    Economy
    $10
  • Kütahyalılar
    3h 0m
    0
    3:30 AM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    6:30 AM
    Istanbul
    Dudullu Bus Station
    0
    Kütahyalılar
    Economy
    $12
  • Soma Seyahat
    5h 0m
    0
    2:40 AM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    7:40 AM
    Istanbul
    Esenler Bus Station
    0
    Soma Seyahat
    Economy
    $12

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • Istanbul Konfor
    3h 0m
    0
    5:30 AM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    8:30 AM
    Istanbul
    Dudullu Bus Station
    0
    Istanbul Konfor
    Economy
    $8
  • Özkaymak Turizm
    4h 0m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    12:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Esenler Bus Station
    0
    Özkaymak Turizm
    Economy
    $9
  • Alanyalılar Turizm
    3h 0m
    0
    7:30 AM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    10:30 AM
    Istanbul
    Dudullu Bus Station
    0
    Alanyalılar Turizm
    Economy
    $9
  • Es Turizm
    4h 0m
    0
    5:30 PM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    9:30 PM
    Istanbul
    Esenler Bus Station
    0
    Es Turizm
    Economy
    $10
  • Vip Arda Tur
    3h 29m
    0
    8:30 PM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    11:59 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Vip Arda Tur
    Economy
    $11

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • Istanbul Konfor
    3h 0m
    0
    5:30 AM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    8:30 AM
    Istanbul
    Dudullu Bus Station
    0
    Istanbul Konfor
    Economy
    $8
  • Kütahyalılar
    3h 0m
    0
    9:30 AM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    12:30 PM
    Istanbul
    Dudullu Bus Station
    0
    Kütahyalılar
    Economy
    $9
  • Özkaymak Turizm
    4h 0m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    12:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Alibeyköy Otogarı
    0
    Özkaymak Turizm
    Economy
    $9
  • Vip Arda Tur
    2h 0m
    0
    8:30 PM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    10:30 PM
    Istanbul
    Dudullu Bus Station
    0
    Vip Arda Tur
    Economy
    $9
  • Alanyalılar Turizm
    3h 0m
    0
    7:30 AM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    10:30 AM
    Istanbul
    Dudullu Bus Station
    0
    Alanyalılar Turizm
    Economy
    $9

    Cheapest Carpool Thursday

  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 40m
    0
    1:40 AM
    Bursa
    3:20 AM
    Istanbul
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $4
  • Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • Istanbul Konfor
    3h 0m
    0
    5:30 AM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    8:30 AM
    Istanbul
    Dudullu Bus Station
    0
    Istanbul Konfor
    Economy
    $8
  • Alanyalılar Turizm
    4h 0m
    0
    7:30 AM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    11:30 AM
    Istanbul
    Esenler Bus Station
    0
    Alanyalılar Turizm
    Economy
    $9
  • Özkaymak Turizm
    4h 0m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    12:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Esenler Bus Station
    0
    Özkaymak Turizm
    Economy
    $9
  • Es Turizm
    4h 0m
    0
    5:30 PM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    9:30 PM
    Istanbul
    Esenler Bus Station
    0
    Es Turizm
    Economy
    $10
  • Vip Arda Tur
    3h 29m
    0
    8:30 PM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    11:59 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Vip Arda Tur
    Economy
    $11

What are the fastest trips from Bursa to Istanbul?

You can get to Istanbul from Bursa in just 1h 40m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Friday
from 2h 0m
Saturday
from 3h 0m
Sunday
from 2h 0m
Monday
from 1h 40m
Tuesday
from 3h 0m
Wednesday
from 2h 0m
Thursday
from 1h 40m

    Fastest Buses Friday

  • Vip Arda Tur
    2h 0m
    0
    8:30 PM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    10:30 PM
    Istanbul
    Dudullu Bus Station
    0
    Vip Arda Tur
    Economy
    $9
  • Kütahyalılar
    4h 0m
    0
    12:30 PM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    4:30 PM
    Istanbul
    Esenler Bus Station
    0
    Kütahyalılar
    Economy
    $9
  • Özkaymak Turizm
    4h 0m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    12:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Esenler Bus Station
    0
    Özkaymak Turizm
    Economy
    $9
  • Es Turizm
    4h 0m
    0
    5:30 PM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    9:30 PM
    Istanbul
    Esenler Bus Station
    0
    Es Turizm
    Economy
    $10
  • Soma Seyahat
    5h 0m
    0
    2:40 AM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    7:40 AM
    Istanbul
    Esenler Bus Station
    0
    Soma Seyahat
    Economy
    $12

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • Istanbul Konfor
    3h 0m
    0
    5:30 AM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    8:30 AM
    Istanbul
    Dudullu Bus Station
    0
    Istanbul Konfor
    Economy
    $8
  • Es Turizm
    3h 0m
    0
    5:30 PM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    8:30 PM
    Istanbul
    Alibeyköy Otogarı
    0
    Es Turizm
    Economy
    $10
  • Vip Arda Tur
    3h 29m
    0
    8:30 PM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    11:59 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Vip Arda Tur
    Economy
    $11
  • Balıkesir Uludağ Turizm
    4h 0m
    0
    7:45 PM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    11:45 PM
    Istanbul
    Alibeyköy Otogarı
    0
    Balıkesir Uludağ Turizm
    Economy
    $11
  • Soma Seyahat
    5h 0m
    0
    2:15 AM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    7:15 AM
    Istanbul
    Harem central bus station
    0
    Soma Seyahat
    Economy
    $12

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • Vip Arda Tur
    2h 0m
    0
    8:30 PM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    10:30 PM
    Istanbul
    Dudullu Bus Station
    0
    Vip Arda Tur
    Economy
    $9
  • Istanbul Konfor
    3h 0m
    0
    5:30 AM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    8:30 AM
    Istanbul
    Dudullu Bus Station
    0
    Istanbul Konfor
    Economy
    $8
  • Özkaymak Turizm
    4h 0m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    12:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Alibeyköy Otogarı
    0
    Özkaymak Turizm
    Economy
    $9
  • Alanyalılar Turizm
    4h 0m
    0
    7:30 AM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    11:30 AM
    Istanbul
    Esenler Bus Station
    0
    Alanyalılar Turizm
    Economy
    $9
  • Es Turizm
    4h 0m
    0
    6:30 PM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    10:30 PM
    Istanbul
    Alibeyköy Otogarı
    0
    Es Turizm
    Economy
    $10

    Fastest Carpool Monday

  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 40m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Bursa
    11:40 AM
    Istanbul
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $2
  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 40m
    0
    5:20 PM
    Bursa
    7:00 PM
    Istanbul
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $2
  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 40m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Bursa
    12:40 PM
    Istanbul
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $3
  • Fastest Buses Monday

  • Vip Arda Tur
    2h 0m
    0
    8:30 PM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    10:30 PM
    Istanbul
    Dudullu Bus Station
    0
    Vip Arda Tur
    Economy
    $9
  • Kütahyalılar
    3h 0m
    0
    3:30 AM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    6:30 AM
    Istanbul
    Dudullu Bus Station
    0
    Kütahyalılar
    Economy
    $12
  • Özkaymak Turizm
    4h 0m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    12:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Esenler Bus Station
    0
    Özkaymak Turizm
    Economy
    $9
  • Es Turizm
    4h 0m
    0
    5:30 PM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    9:30 PM
    Istanbul
    Esenler Bus Station
    0
    Es Turizm
    Economy
    $10
  • Soma Seyahat
    5h 0m
    0
    2:40 AM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    7:40 AM
    Istanbul
    Esenler Bus Station
    0
    Soma Seyahat
    Economy
    $12

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • Istanbul Konfor
    3h 0m
    0
    5:30 AM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    8:30 AM
    Istanbul
    Dudullu Bus Station
    0
    Istanbul Konfor
    Economy
    $8
  • Alanyalılar Turizm
    3h 0m
    0
    7:30 AM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    10:30 AM
    Istanbul
    Dudullu Bus Station
    0
    Alanyalılar Turizm
    Economy
    $9
  • Vip Arda Tur
    3h 29m
    0
    8:30 PM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    11:59 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Vip Arda Tur
    Economy
    $11
  • Özkaymak Turizm
    4h 0m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    12:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Esenler Bus Station
    0
    Özkaymak Turizm
    Economy
    $9
  • Es Turizm
    4h 0m
    0
    5:30 PM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    9:30 PM
    Istanbul
    Esenler Bus Station
    0
    Es Turizm
    Economy
    $10

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • Vip Arda Tur
    2h 0m
    0
    8:30 PM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    10:30 PM
    Istanbul
    Dudullu Bus Station
    0
    Vip Arda Tur
    Economy
    $9
  • Istanbul Konfor
    3h 0m
    0
    5:30 AM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    8:30 AM
    Istanbul
    Dudullu Bus Station
    0
    Istanbul Konfor
    Economy
    $8
  • Kütahyalılar
    3h 0m
    0
    9:30 AM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    12:30 PM
    Istanbul
    Dudullu Bus Station
    0
    Kütahyalılar
    Economy
    $9
  • Alanyalılar Turizm
    3h 0m
    0
    7:30 AM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    10:30 AM
    Istanbul
    Dudullu Bus Station
    0
    Alanyalılar Turizm
    Economy
    $9
  • Özkaymak Turizm
    4h 0m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    12:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Alibeyköy Otogarı
    0
    Özkaymak Turizm
    Economy
    $9

    Fastest Carpool Thursday

  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 40m
    0
    1:40 AM
    Bursa
    3:20 AM
    Istanbul
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $4
  • Fastest Buses Thursday

  • Istanbul Konfor
    3h 0m
    0
    5:30 AM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    8:30 AM
    Istanbul
    Dudullu Bus Station
    0
    Istanbul Konfor
    Economy
    $8
  • Vip Arda Tur
    3h 29m
    0
    8:30 PM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    11:59 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Vip Arda Tur
    Economy
    $11
  • Alanyalılar Turizm
    4h 0m
    0
    7:30 AM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    11:30 AM
    Istanbul
    Esenler Bus Station
    0
    Alanyalılar Turizm
    Economy
    $9
  • Özkaymak Turizm
    4h 0m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    12:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Esenler Bus Station
    0
    Özkaymak Turizm
    Economy
    $9
  • Es Turizm
    4h 0m
    0
    5:30 PM
    Bursa
    Central bus station
    9:30 PM
    Istanbul
    Esenler Bus Station
    0
    Es Turizm
    Economy
    $10
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Bursa to Istanbul

What are the most popular stations in Bursa and Istanbul?

In Bursa, you will usually depart from Uludağ Üniversitesi, Orhangazi bus station or Nilüfer, while in Istanbul you will be arriving at Otogar Bus Station, Esenler Bus Station or Dudullu Bus Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Istanbul from Bursa? With 5 connections between 28 Bus and Carpool operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Bursa and Istanbul, you can pay as low as $2 with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Carpool from BlaBlaCar: you will get to Istanbul in just 1h 40m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Bursa and Istanbul are Vip Arda Tur, Özkaymak Turizm and Es Turizm, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Bursa and Istanbul is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Yıldırım or to Üsküdar, and look at flights from Bursa Yenişehir Airport, and landing at Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Bursa to Istanbul?

The most popular companies between Bursa and Istanbul, are Vip Arda Tur, Özkaymak Turizm and Es Turizm. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: Vip Arda Tur, Özkaymak Turizm, Es Turizm and 5 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Bursa to Istanbul

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Bursa to Istanbul. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Bursa to Istanbul

How can I reach Istanbul from Bursa?

Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Bus and Carpool, with which you can get to Istanbul from Bursa.

How far is Istanbul from Bursa?

The distance between Bursa and Istanbul is 57.0 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Bursa and Istanbul?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 2 kgs of CO2, a train 3 kgs, a car 16 kgs, and a flight 23 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Bursa to Istanbul?

You can get to Istanbul with just $2 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

What is the fastest way to get from Bursa to Istanbul?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Istanbul in just 1h 40m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

More routes to Bursa and to Istanbul

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Bursa and to Istanbul. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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