- Must visit
Istanbul Modern
Leading contemporary art museum on the Bosphorus with strong Turkish and international exhibitions in a landmark waterfront building.
Cheapest price
$46
Average price
$46
Fastest journey
15 h 10 m
Average duration
15 h 58 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
563 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Alanya to Istanbul is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alanya to Istanbul will cost around $46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $46.
Of the 4 buses that leave Alanya for Istanbul on Tue, Aug 04, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct buses cover the 563 km distance in an average of 15 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 15 h 10 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest buses will take 16 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Alanya to Istanbul among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $26, and a flight costs an average of $28.
Distance: 349 miles (563 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$37 Average price Cheapest | $46 Average price | $136 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
15h 9m Average total duration 14h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 31m Average total duration Fastest 1h 31m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Alanya to Istanbul:
A bus is $10 (€8) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Alanya to Istanbul costing on average $46 (€38).
Other travel options to Istanbul take longer:
Bus takes on average 14h 39m.
Tickets start at around $37 (€30) compared to roughly $136 (€111) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $99 (€81). The journey takes 14h 39m versus 9h 48m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, Infobus, İstanbul Kalesi, Pamukkale, Alanyalılar Turizm, Antalya Net Seyahat, Güney Akdeniz Seyahat.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 16h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 15h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $40 |
The table below shows live departures for Alanya to Istanbul buses for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 3:30 PM Alanya, Otogarı | 16h25 | 7:55 AM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:30 PM Alanya, Otogarı | 16h45 | 8:15 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 PM Alanya, Otogarı | 15h10 | 12:10 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 PM Alanya, Otogarı | 15h30 | 12:30 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Alanya to Istanbul run on average 7 times per day, taking around 14h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:18, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 349 miles (563 km) distance in 15h 30m.
Distance 349 miles (563 km) |
Average bus duration 14h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 15h 30m |
First bus 12:18 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
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Restaurants: 5-10% if service not included. Cafes: round up or leave small change. Taxis: round up the fare; larger tips are optional.
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Most Alanya to Istanbul buses use the Alanya, Otogarı to Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler) station pair, with some services arriving at İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı. Use this guide to compare Alanya and Istanbul bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler) is 5 km from Istanbul city centre. Public transport options include:
Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Terminal (in the station), Kebab Express (0.2 km), Simit Sarayı (0.3 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and throughout the station.
Ticket office support is available at Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler).
Available at Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler): Elevators, ramps.
İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı is 8 km from Istanbul city centre. Public transport options include:
İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Alibeyköy (in the station), Kebab House (0.2 km), Simit Sarayı (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı.
Available at İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı: Elevators, ramps.
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