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

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses, Carpool and Flights for the journey to Istanbul from Trabzon. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 14 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Carpool is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
12h 0m
$33
$39
98
Car
12h 10m
$29
$29
1
Flight
1h 55m
$60
$220
19

What is the cheapest way to reach Istanbul from Trabzon?

You can get to Istanbul with just $29 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.

Monday
from $33
Tuesday
from $33
Wednesday
from $33
Thursday
from $38
Friday
from $29
Saturday
from $38
Sunday
from $38

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • Metro Turizm
    18h 0m
    0
    5:30 PM
    Trabzon
    Central Bus Station
    11:30 AM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Metro Turizm
    Economy
    $33
  • Golden Turizm
    20h 0m
    0
    7:30 PM
    Trabzon
    Central Bus Station
    3:30 PM
    Istanbul
    Alibeyköy Otogarı
    0
    Golden Turizm
    Economy
    $40
  • Lüks Artvin Seyahat
    17h 30m
    0
    3:30 PM
    Trabzon
    Central Bus Station
    9:00 AM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Lüks Artvin Seyahat
    Basic
    $41
  • Kamil Koc
    19h 29m
    0
    12:31 PM
    Trabzon
    Central Bus Station
    8:00 AM
    Istanbul
    Esenler Bus Station
    0
    Kamil Koc
    Economy
    $41

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • Metro Turizm
    18h 0m
    0
    1:00 PM
    Trabzon
    Central Bus Station
    7:00 AM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Metro Turizm
    Economy
    $33
  • Metro Turizm
    17h 0m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Trabzon
    Central Bus Station
    8:00 AM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Metro Turizm
    Economy
    $33
  • Lüks Artvin Seyahat
    17h 30m
    0
    3:30 PM
    Trabzon
    Central Bus Station
    9:00 AM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Lüks Artvin Seyahat
    Basic
    $38
  • Lüks Artvin Seyahat
    16h 15m
    0
    3:30 PM
    Trabzon
    Central Bus Station
    7:45 AM
    Istanbul
    Dudullu Bus Station
    0
    Lüks Artvin Seyahat
    Basic
    $38

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • Metro Turizm
    18h 0m
    0
    5:30 PM
    Trabzon
    Central Bus Station
    11:30 AM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Metro Turizm
    Economy
    $33
  • Golden Turizm
    20h 0m
    0
    2:00 PM
    Trabzon
    Central Bus Station
    10:00 AM
    Istanbul
    Alibeyköy Otogarı
    0
    Golden Turizm
    Economy
    $37
  • Kanberoğlu Turizm
    20h 0m
    0
    1:00 PM
    Trabzon
    Central Bus Station
    9:00 AM
    Istanbul
    Esenler Bus Station
    0
    Kanberoğlu Turizm
    Economy
    $37
  • Lüks Artvin Seyahat
    17h 30m
    0
    3:30 PM
    Trabzon
    Central Bus Station
    9:00 AM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Lüks Artvin Seyahat
    Basic
    $38

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • Lüks Artvin Seyahat
    17h 30m
    0
    3:30 PM
    Trabzon
    Central Bus Station
    9:00 AM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Lüks Artvin Seyahat
    Basic
    $38
  • Lüks Artvin Seyahat
    16h 15m
    0
    3:30 PM
    Trabzon
    Central Bus Station
    7:45 AM
    Istanbul
    Dudullu Bus Station
    0
    Lüks Artvin Seyahat
    Basic
    $38
  • Metro Turizm
    18h 0m
    0
    1:00 PM
    Trabzon
    Central Bus Station
    7:00 AM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Metro Turizm
    Economy
    $40
  • Metro Turizm
    18h 0m
    0
    5:30 PM
    Trabzon
    Central Bus Station
    11:30 AM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Metro Turizm
    Economy
    $40

    Cheapest Carpool Friday

  • BlaBlaCar
    12h 10m
    0
    12:30 PM
    Trabzon
    12:40 AM
    Istanbul
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $29
  • Cheapest Buses Friday

  • Metro Turizm
    18h 0m
    0
    1:00 PM
    Trabzon
    Central Bus Station
    7:00 AM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Metro Turizm
    Economy
    $40
  • Lüks Artvin Seyahat
    17h 30m
    0
    3:30 PM
    Trabzon
    Central Bus Station
    9:00 AM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Lüks Artvin Seyahat
    Basic
    $40
  • Kamil Koc
    19h 29m
    0
    12:31 PM
    Trabzon
    Central Bus Station
    8:00 AM
    Istanbul
    Esenler Bus Station
    0
    Kamil Koc
    Economy
    $41
  • Rize Ses Turizm
    19h 0m
    0
    1:30 PM
    Trabzon
    Central Bus Station
    8:30 AM
    Istanbul
    Esenler Bus Station
    0
    Rize Ses Turizm
    Economy
    $44
  • Cheapest Flights Friday

  • AJet
    1h 55m
    0
    3:55 AM
    Trabzon Airport
    Trabzon Airport
    5:50 AM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    AJet
    Economy
    from $60
  • Pegasus Airlines
    1h 55m
    0
    5:40 AM
    Trabzon Airport
    Trabzon Airport
    7:35 AM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from $69
  • AJet
    1h 55m
    0
    8:55 AM
    Trabzon Airport
    Trabzon Airport
    10:50 AM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    AJet
    Economy
    from $75
  • Turkish Airlines
    2h 0m
    0
    3:30 AM
    Trabzon Airport
    Trabzon Airport
    5:30 AM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from $77

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • Lüks Artvin Seyahat
    17h 30m
    0
    3:30 PM
    Trabzon
    Central Bus Station
    9:00 AM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Lüks Artvin Seyahat
    Basic
    $38
  • Lüks Artvin Seyahat
    17h 30m
    0
    5:30 PM
    Trabzon
    Central Bus Station
    11:00 AM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Lüks Artvin Seyahat
    Basic
    $38
  • Metro Turizm
    18h 0m
    0
    1:00 PM
    Trabzon
    Central Bus Station
    7:00 AM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Metro Turizm
    Economy
    $40
  • Metro Turizm
    18h 0m
    0
    5:30 PM
    Trabzon
    Central Bus Station
    11:30 AM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Metro Turizm
    Economy
    $40

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • Lüks Artvin Seyahat
    16h 15m
    0
    3:30 PM
    Trabzon
    Central Bus Station
    7:45 AM
    Istanbul
    Dudullu Bus Station
    0
    Lüks Artvin Seyahat
    Basic
    $38
  • Metro Turizm
    12h 0m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Trabzon
    Central Bus Station
    6:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Samandira Bus Station
    0
    Metro Turizm
    Economy
    $40
  • Kamil Koc
    19h 29m
    0
    12:31 PM
    Trabzon
    Central Bus Station
    8:00 AM
    Istanbul
    Esenler Bus Station
    0
    Kamil Koc
    Economy
    $41
  • FlixBus
    19h 29m
    0
    12:31 PM
    Trabzon
    Clouds Opet Trabzon Gas Station
    8:00 AM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $42

What are the fastest trips from Trabzon to Istanbul?

You can get to Istanbul from Trabzon in just 1h 55m with a Flight from AJet. 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.

Monday
from 17h 30m
Tuesday
from 16h 15m
Wednesday
from 17h 30m
Thursday
from 16h 15m
Friday
from 1h 55m
Saturday
from 17h 30m
Sunday
from 12h 0m

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • Lüks Artvin Seyahat
    17h 30m
    0
    3:30 PM
    Trabzon
    Central Bus Station
    9:00 AM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Lüks Artvin Seyahat
    Basic
    $41
  • Metro Turizm
    18h 0m
    0
    5:30 PM
    Trabzon
    Central Bus Station
    11:30 AM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Metro Turizm
    Economy
    $33
  • Kamil Koc
    19h 29m
    0
    12:31 PM
    Trabzon
    Central Bus Station
    8:00 AM
    Istanbul
    Esenler Bus Station
    0
    Kamil Koc
    Economy
    $41
  • FlixBus
    19h 29m
    0
    12:31 PM
    Trabzon
    Clouds Opet Trabzon Gas Station
    8:00 AM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $41

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • Lüks Artvin Seyahat
    16h 15m
    0
    3:30 PM
    Trabzon
    Central Bus Station
    7:45 AM
    Istanbul
    Dudullu Bus Station
    0
    Lüks Artvin Seyahat
    Basic
    $38
  • Metro Turizm
    17h 0m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Trabzon
    Central Bus Station
    8:00 AM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Metro Turizm
    Economy
    $33
  • Lüks Artvin Seyahat
    17h 30m
    0
    3:30 PM
    Trabzon
    Central Bus Station
    9:00 AM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Lüks Artvin Seyahat
    Basic
    $38
  • Metro Turizm
    18h 0m
    0
    1:00 PM
    Trabzon
    Central Bus Station
    7:00 AM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Metro Turizm
    Economy
    $33

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • Lüks Artvin Seyahat
    17h 30m
    0
    3:30 PM
    Trabzon
    Central Bus Station
    9:00 AM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Lüks Artvin Seyahat
    Basic
    $38
  • Metro Turizm
    18h 0m
    0
    5:30 PM
    Trabzon
    Central Bus Station
    11:30 AM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Metro Turizm
    Economy
    $33
  • Görele Seyahat
    18h 0m
    0
    7:00 PM
    Trabzon
    Central Bus Station
    1:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Dudullu Bus Station
    0
    Görele Seyahat
    Economy
    $38
  • Golden Turizm
    20h 0m
    0
    2:00 PM
    Trabzon
    Central Bus Station
    10:00 AM
    Istanbul
    Alibeyköy Otogarı
    0
    Golden Turizm
    Economy
    $37

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • Lüks Artvin Seyahat
    16h 15m
    0
    3:30 PM
    Trabzon
    Central Bus Station
    7:45 AM
    Istanbul
    Dudullu Bus Station
    0
    Lüks Artvin Seyahat
    Basic
    $38
  • Lüks Artvin Seyahat
    17h 30m
    0
    3:30 PM
    Trabzon
    Central Bus Station
    9:00 AM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Lüks Artvin Seyahat
    Basic
    $38
  • Metro Turizm
    18h 0m
    0
    1:00 PM
    Trabzon
    Central Bus Station
    7:00 AM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Metro Turizm
    Economy
    $40
  • Metro Turizm
    18h 0m
    0
    5:30 PM
    Trabzon
    Central Bus Station
    11:30 AM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Metro Turizm
    Economy
    $40

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • AJet
    1h 55m
    0
    3:55 AM
    Trabzon Airport
    Trabzon Airport
    5:50 AM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    AJet
    Economy
    from $60
  • Pegasus Airlines
    1h 55m
    0
    5:40 AM
    Trabzon Airport
    Trabzon Airport
    7:35 AM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from $69
  • AJet
    1h 55m
    0
    8:55 AM
    Trabzon Airport
    Trabzon Airport
    10:50 AM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    AJet
    Economy
    from $75
  • Pegasus Airlines
    1h 55m
    0
    9:10 PM
    Trabzon Airport
    Trabzon Airport
    11:05 PM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from $84
  • Fastest Carpool Friday

  • BlaBlaCar
    12h 10m
    0
    12:30 PM
    Trabzon
    12:40 AM
    Istanbul
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $29
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • Lüks Artvin Seyahat
    17h 30m
    0
    3:30 PM
    Trabzon
    Central Bus Station
    9:00 AM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Lüks Artvin Seyahat
    Basic
    $40
  • Metro Turizm
    18h 0m
    0
    1:00 PM
    Trabzon
    Central Bus Station
    7:00 AM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Metro Turizm
    Economy
    $40
  • Rize Ses Turizm
    19h 0m
    0
    1:30 PM
    Trabzon
    Central Bus Station
    8:30 AM
    Istanbul
    Esenler Bus Station
    0
    Rize Ses Turizm
    Economy
    $44
  • Kamil Koc
    19h 29m
    0
    12:31 PM
    Trabzon
    Central Bus Station
    8:00 AM
    Istanbul
    Esenler Bus Station
    0
    Kamil Koc
    Economy
    $41

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • Lüks Artvin Seyahat
    17h 30m
    0
    3:30 PM
    Trabzon
    Central Bus Station
    9:00 AM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Lüks Artvin Seyahat
    Basic
    $38
  • Lüks Artvin Seyahat
    17h 30m
    0
    5:30 PM
    Trabzon
    Central Bus Station
    11:00 AM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Lüks Artvin Seyahat
    Basic
    $38
  • Metro Turizm
    18h 0m
    0
    1:00 PM
    Trabzon
    Central Bus Station
    7:00 AM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Metro Turizm
    Economy
    $40
  • Metro Turizm
    18h 0m
    0
    5:30 PM
    Trabzon
    Central Bus Station
    11:30 AM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Metro Turizm
    Economy
    $40

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • Metro Turizm
    12h 0m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Trabzon
    Central Bus Station
    6:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Samandira Bus Station
    0
    Metro Turizm
    Economy
    $40
  • Lüks Artvin Seyahat
    16h 15m
    0
    3:30 PM
    Trabzon
    Central Bus Station
    7:45 AM
    Istanbul
    Dudullu Bus Station
    0
    Lüks Artvin Seyahat
    Basic
    $38
  • Rize Ses Turizm
    19h 0m
    0
    1:30 PM
    Trabzon
    Central Bus Station
    8:30 AM
    Istanbul
    Esenler Bus Station
    0
    Rize Ses Turizm
    Economy
    $43
  • Kamil Koc
    19h 29m
    0
    12:31 PM
    Trabzon
    Central Bus Station
    8:00 AM
    Istanbul
    Esenler Bus Station
    0
    Kamil Koc
    Economy
    $41
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Trabzon to Istanbul

What are the most popular stations in Trabzon and Istanbul?

In Trabzon, you will usually depart from Çömlekçi, Mumhane or Belediye Otobüsleri Kalkış Alanı, 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 Trabzon? With 6 connections between 14 Bus, Carpool and Flight 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 Trabzon and Istanbul, you can pay as low as $29 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 Flight from AJet: you will get to Istanbul in just 1h 55m.

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 Trabzon and Istanbul are Metro Turizm, Lüks Artvin Seyahat and Kamil Koc, 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 Trabzon 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 Trabzon Airport or to Üsküdar, and look at flights from Trabzon 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 Trabzon to Istanbul?

The most popular companies between Trabzon and Istanbul, are Metro Turizm, Lüks Artvin Seyahat and Kamil Koc. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: Metro Turizm, Lüks Artvin Seyahat, Kamil Koc and 5 more.

Airlines: Pegasus Airlines, AJet, Turkish Airlines and 2 more.

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

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Trabzon 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 Trabzon to Istanbul

How can I reach Istanbul from Trabzon?

Every day, there are on average 6 connections between Bus, Carpool and Flight, with which you can get to Istanbul from Trabzon.

How far is Istanbul from Trabzon?

The distance between Trabzon and Istanbul is 559.8 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Trabzon 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 24 kgs of CO2, a train 32 kgs, a car 153 kgs, and a flight 222 kgs.

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

You can get to Istanbul with just $29 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

What is the fastest way to get from Trabzon 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 55m with a Flight from AJet.

More routes to Trabzon and to Istanbul

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

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