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9 trips/day
Price from 88 €
Comparison of 35 train, bus companies
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Why go to Istanbul with Kombo?

Kombo is a train, bus, plane and carpooling ticket booking site. Founded in 2016, several hundred thousand customers have traveled with us. We offer more than 9 tickets to go to Istanbul, from 8 cities.

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How do I get to Istanbul?

To get to Istanbul you can take the train, the bus. Indeed, there are 0 trains, 3 buses arriving in Istanbul every day.

Each of these types of transport has its own advantages. That's why Kombo helps you choose. From the fastest to the cheapest, from the most ecological to the most comfortable, there is something for everyone.

The bus, like carpooling, often has the advantage of being the cheapest way to travel. In addition to that, even if the trips for Istanbul can be longer or of the same duration as by car, today's buses are equipped with comfortable seats and often benefit from a free wifi connection. This will allow you to do your favorite activities without worrying and thus, not to see the time passing. On the other hand if you like to chat and meet people, carpooling with blablacar will be the perfect option.

Which cities are connected to Istanbul?

There are also direct bus tickets from 0 different cities to Istanbul.

You will be able to find direct flight tickets from 8 different cities to Istanbul.

Kombo has developed a technology that combines all means of transportation. Thus, Istanbul is accessible from 8 cities.

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How to pay less for your transport ticket to Istanbul

For buses, even if they generally offer cheaper prices than trains and planes, the prices of buses or carpooling for Istanbul, vary over time. Indeed, the more crowded it gets, the higher the ticket prices for Istanbul. So the earlier you buy your tickets, the cheaper you'll be. Find our page with the secrets to find your cheap bus tickets.

To go to Istanbul by plane, there are many cheap tickets, but their number is limited. That's why we advise you, if you want to pay less, to book as soon as possible. On the other hand, if you are flexible on the price, you can also treat yourself by booking at the last minute!
Generally the best times to book your air tickets for Istanbul will be in January, February and September from Tuesday to Thursday.

Which company to go to Istanbul ?

No less than 4 bus companies can take you to Istanbul :
More than 31 airlines can take you to Istanbul:
  • Saudi Arabian Airlines
  • Thai Airways International
  • Tarom
  • Egyptair
  • Air Europa
  • Finnair
  • Middle East Airlines
  • Aegean
  • Flyadeal
  • Air Albania
  • Air Arabia Maroc
  • Gulf Air Bahrain
  • Etihad Airways
  • Emirates
  • Oman Air
  • Azerbaijan Airlines
  • Air Serbia
  • flynas
  • Air Arabia
  • KLM Royal Dutch Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • Wizz Air Malta
  • Intersky
  • Pegasus
  • Fly Dubai
  • Malaysia Airlines
  • Royal Air Maroc
  • Pakistan International Airlines
  • ITA Airways
  • Transavia France
  • Air France

How to buy your ticket for Istanbul ?

After finding a cheap ticket on Kombo, we recommend you to book it directly on our website. As Kombo compares the prices of all buses, trains and planes, you will have the best choice and the best price on your ticket for Istanbul. Be careful, buses, trains and even planes can be quickly full during the weekend and holidays. And if you don't want to leave after buying a ticket, we've got you covered with a guide to how to cancel your bus and train tickets easily.

Where does the bus arrive in Istanbul?

In Istanbul buses stop at 3 bus stations. The most frequent are Istanbul Büyük Otogari and İstanbul Dudullu bus station.
  • Istanbul Büyük Otogari

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  • İstanbul Dudullu bus station

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  • İstanbul Alibeyköy bus station

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Where do planes land in Istanbul?

At Istanbul planes can land at 2 airports
The most popular are Istanbul Airport, IST and Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, SAW
  • Istanbul Airport, IST

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  • Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, SAW

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