Bodrum to Istanbul

Bodrum to Istanbul

Bodrum
Istanbul
Aug 30, 2027
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Bodrum to Istanbul Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver
Minivan 7pax
Any time
+7h 36m
$977.27
Bus
Metro Turizm
Standard 2X1
08:00
22:00
$27.76
Bus
Mavi Bodrum Seyahat
Standard 2X1
09:00
23:00
$26.73
Bus
Villa Seyahat
Standard 2X1
09:59
22:59
$26.73
Bus
Kale Seyahat
Standard 2X2
10:30
23:30
$30.84
Bus
Varan Turizm
Standard 2X1
11:00
01:00
$30.84
Bus
Balikesir Uludag
Standard 2X1
12:00
00:00
$22.62
Bus
Varan Turizm
Standard 2X1
13:00
03:00
$30.84
Bus
Istanbul Kalesi
Standard 2X1
13:30
03:30
$29.81
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Bus
Istanbul Kalesi
Standard 2X1
14:00
03:00
$18.71
Bus
Metro Turizm
Standard 2X1
16:00
06:00
$27.76
Bus
Istanbul Seyahat
Standard 2X1
18:30
08:30
$34.95
Bus
Gold Istanbul
Standard 2X2
18:58
05:58
$20.56
Bus
Istanbul Kalesi
Standard 2X1
19:30
07:30
$18.71
Bus
Metro Turizm
Standard 2X1
20:00
09:00
$27.76
Bus
Balikesir Uludag
Standard 2X1
21:00
09:00
$25.70
Bus
Gold Istanbul
Standard 2X2
21:28
10:28
$30.84
Bus
Gold Istanbul
Standard 2X1
21:58
08:58
$30.84
Bus
Lux Aydin Turizm
Standard 2X2
22:29
09:29
$21.59
Bus
Kale Seyahat
Standard 2X2
23:00
13:00
$30.84

How to get from Bodrum to Istanbul

Travelling between Bodrum and Istanbul is possible by Flight and bus. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 49.65 if you go by Bus; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 34.28.

How long does it take to get from Bodrum to Istanbul?

It can take you anywhere between 2 and 16 hours to travel between Bodrum and Istanbul depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Bodrum and Istanbul. Flight will bring you to your destination in 1h 20m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 16h to reach Istanbul.

How much does it cost to get from Bodrum to Istanbul?

Travelling between Bodrum and Istanbul can be as cheap as USD 34.28 if you opt for a Istanbul Kalesi Stari (İstanbul Kalesi Starı) bus and as expensive as USD 49.65 if you buy a Metro Turizm Bus ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Bodrum and Istanbul ?

  • 58 from Bodrum to Istanbul starting from 00:30 Bodrum Bus Station until 23:30 Bodrum Bus Station

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Bodrum to Istanbul.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Flights

Flying is the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Bodrum to Istanbul, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 32.69.

Things to remember: Note that some of the airlines may have restrictions on checked luggage weight or require paying extra for check-in, choosing seats or transportation of oversized luggage.

If opting for a flight, calculate the time you will spend getting to and from the airports as well as the waiting time before your flight, getting through immigration in case of an international flight and recovering your checked luggage.

In certain cases all these procedures can add no less than 5 hours to your total travel time.

Airlines flying between Bodrum and Istanbul

AJet, Ajet, Pegasus Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Turkish Airlines

Bus

Travelling from Bodrum to Istanbul overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Bodrum and Istanbul

Balikesir Uludag, Istanbul Kalesi Stari (İstanbul Kalesi Starı), Kale Seyahat, Kamil Koc by FlixBus, Metro Turizm, Varan Turizm, Villa Seyahat

What is the most popular transport to get from Bodrum to Istanbul?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 100% opted for a bus

Transportation from Bodrum to Istanbul

Facts about the transport from Bodrum to Istanbul

Cheapest Transport$33
Fastest Transport1h 20m
Earliest Departure12:30 AM
Latest Departure11:30 PM
Departures per day58
Distance800 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAjet, AJet, Balikesir Uludag, Istanbul Kalesi Stari, Kale Seyahat, Kamil Koc by FlixBus, Metro Turizm, Pegasus Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Varan Turizm, Villa Seyahat