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Kasr-ı Hümayun Museum
Main city museum inside the imperial pavilion, presenting local history and period rooms in an Ottoman setting.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Istanbul to İzmit is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Istanbul to İzmit will cost around Kč 338 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only Kč 338.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 39 buses from Istanbul to İzmit, including 39 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct buses cover the 86 km distance in an average of 2 h 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest buses will take 2 h 50 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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Buses from Istanbul to İzmit run on average 35 times per day, taking around 3h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at Kč 266 if you book in advance.
There are 35 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 53 miles (86 km) distance in 2h 25m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Istanbul to İzmit.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 02:55AM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price Kč 326 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price Kč 326 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:20AM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price Kč 326 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price Kč 287 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price Kč 326 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price Kč 326 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price Kč 338 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price Kč 338 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price Kč 338 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price Kč 338 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price Kč 326 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price Kč 326 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price Kč 326 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price Kč 326 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price Kč 345 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price Kč 326 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price Kč 326 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price Kč 338 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:01AM | Arrival Time 02:11PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price Kč 326 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price Kč 338 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:21AM | Arrival Time 02:11PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price Kč 326 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price Kč 326 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:01PM | Arrival Time 03:11PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price Kč 338 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price Kč 326 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:21PM | Arrival Time 03:11PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price Kč 338 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price Kč 326 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price Kč 326 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price Kč 355 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price Kč 342 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:31PM | Arrival Time 05:41PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price Kč 338 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:51PM | Arrival Time 05:41PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price Kč 338 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price Kč 290 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price Kč 326 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price Kč 326 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price Kč 326 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price Kč 326 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price Kč 326 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price Kč 326 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price Kč 338 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price Kč 338 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:25PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price Kč 303 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price Kč 326 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price Kč 326 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price Kč 326 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price Kč 326 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price Kč 290 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:31PM | Arrival Time 11:41PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price Kč 342 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price Kč 338 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price Kč 338 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price Kč 326 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price Kč 326 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 02:15AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price Kč 326 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 02:15AM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price Kč 326 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 02:55AM | Duration 2h56 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price Kč 326 |
The table below shows live departures for Istanbul to İzmit buses for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 12:00 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 3h10 | 3:10 PM Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:20 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 2h50 | 3:10 PM Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:30 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 3h10 | 4:40 PM Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:50 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 2h50 | 4:40 PM Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:31 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 3h10 | 5:41 PM Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:51 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 2h50 | 5:41 PM Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:30 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 3h25 | 7:55 PM Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:50 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 3h05 | 7:55 PM Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:00 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 3h25 | 8:25 PM Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:20 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 3h05 | 8:25 PM Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:30 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 3h10 | 8:40 PM Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:55 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 2h45 | 8:40 PM Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:00 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 3h10 | 9:10 PM Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:20 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 2h50 | 9:10 PM Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 3h10 | 10:10 PM Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:20 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 2h50 | 10:10 PM Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 3h10 | 10:40 PM Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:55 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 2h45 | 10:40 PM Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 3h10 | 12:10 AM Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:20 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 2h50 | 12:10 AM Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 3h10 | 1:10 AM Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:20 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 2h50 | 1:10 AM Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 2h45 | 2:15 AM Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:50 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 2h25 | 2:15 AM Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus | 5:30 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 3h25 | 8:55 AM Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:50 AM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 3h05 | 8:55 AM Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:30 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 3h10 | 9:40 AM Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:50 AM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 2h50 | 9:40 AM Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 3h10 | 10:10 AM Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:20 AM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 2h50 | 10:10 AM Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 3h25 | 10:55 AM Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:50 AM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 3h05 | 10:55 AM Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 3h10 | 11:40 AM Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:50 AM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 2h50 | 11:40 AM Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 3h10 | 1:10 PM Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:20 AM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 2h50 | 1:10 PM Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Main city museum inside the imperial pavilion, presenting local history and period rooms in an Ottoman setting.
Archaeology and ethnography museum displaying finds from ancient Nicomedia and regional cultural objects.
Modern paper museum in a former factory area, showing industrial heritage, machinery, and workshops for families.
Large waterfront park with walking and cycling paths, sea views, and museum stops in a former industrial zone.
Central pedestrian area lined with shops and public spaces, useful for experiencing everyday city life on foot.
Popular coastal recreation area with promenade sections, event spaces, and easy access to the Gulf shoreline.
A flaky pastry filled with tahini and walnuts, strongly associated with Kocaeli and especially Kandıra. It is a festive local sweet often bought from regional bakeries.
A rich semolina halva cooked with butter and sweetened syrup, a longstanding İzmit sweet tradition often served at gatherings and local dessert shops.
Fine strands of roasted flour and sugar pulled into a fluffy sweet. İzmit is famous across Turkey for this confection and it is the city’s best-known edible souvenir.
Historic sweet shop in central İzmit, best known for fresh pişmaniye and traditional confections. Casual stop for local specialties and takeaway gifts.
Well-known kebab restaurant serving grilled meats, lahmacun, and Turkish classics in a polished but approachable setting popular with local diners.
Traditional kebab and ocakbaşı style venue with a broad menu of kebabs, meze, and desserts. Lively atmosphere suited to family meals and groups.
More affordable than Istanbul. Hotels, dining, and local transit are usually moderate for Turkish city breaks, with lower tourist markups than major coastal resorts.
Round up small bills in cafes. In restaurants, 5-10% is common if service is not included. Taxi fares are often rounded up slightly in cash.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Istanbul to İzmit by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at İzmit, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Istanbul to İzmit buses use the Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler) to Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali station pair. Use this guide to compare Istanbul and İzmit 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.
Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali is 4 km from İzmit city centre. Public transport options include:
Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several snack bars and a cafeteria.
Free WiFi available in the waiting area. ATMs are aTMs located within the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali.
Available at Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali: Wheelchair accessible facilities.
Check bus stations information for Istanbul and İzmit, including where buses depart and arrive on this route.