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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Istanbul to Sapanca
Cheapest price
€16
Average price
€16
Fastest journey
3 h 14 m
Average duration
3 h 16 m
Buses per day
28
Distance
116 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Istanbul to Sapanca is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Istanbul to Sapanca will cost around €16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.
Of the 28 buses that leave Istanbul for Sapanca on Fri, Jul 31, 28 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 31 the direct buses cover the 116 km distance in an average of 3 h 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 14 m .
On Fri, Jul 31 the slowest buses will take 3 h 20 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.
FlixBus6:20 AM3h45İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı10:05 AMSakarya Büyükşehir Terminali€161One-way0 transfers- FlixBus9:20 PM3h30İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı12:50 AMSakarya Büyükşehir Terminali€161One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus12:20 AM3h15İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı3:35 AMSakarya Büyükşehir Terminali€161One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus11:59 PM3h36Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)3:35 AMSakarya Büyükşehir Terminali€161One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus12:00 PM3h51Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)3:51 PMSakarya Büyükşehir Terminali€161One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus7:21 PM3h14İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı10:35 PMSakarya Büyükşehir Terminali€161One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus12:20 AM3h15İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı3:35 AMSakarya Büyükşehir Terminali€161One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus10:20 PM3h15İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı1:35 AMSakarya Büyükşehir Terminali€161One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus9:25 PM3h15İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı12:40 AMSakarya Büyükşehir Terminali€161One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus8:20 PM3h20İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı11:40 PMSakarya Büyükşehir Terminali€161One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus for Istanbul to Sapanca
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Istanbul to Sapanca among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a bus costs an average of €13.
Distance: 72 miles (116 km)
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Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
€16 Average price Cheapest | €19 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 16m Average total duration Fastest 2h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around €16 compared to roughly €19 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €3. The journey takes 2h 46m versus 1h 34m 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.
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.
Istanbul to Sapanca Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 03:35AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 10:05AM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 10:05AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 03:51PM | Duration 3h51 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 03:51PM | Duration 3h31 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:21PM | Arrival Time 06:51PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 11:05PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:01PM | Arrival Time 10:35PM | Duration 3h34 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 11:05PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:21PM | Arrival Time 10:35PM | Duration 3h14 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:01PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 3h44 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:21PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 3h24 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25PM | Arrival Time 12:40AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 01:35AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:01PM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 3h49 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 01:35AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:21PM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 3h29 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 02:50AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 02:50AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 03:35AM | Duration 3h36 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €16 |
Live departures
Istanbul to Sapanca bus times
The table below shows live departures for Istanbul to Sapanca buses for today, Thursday, July 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 5:00 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 4h05 | 9:05 PM Sakarya Büyükşehir Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:20 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 3h45 | 9:05 PM Sakarya Büyükşehir Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:00 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 4h05 | 11:05 PM Sakarya Büyükşehir Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:01 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 3h34 | 10:35 PM Sakarya Büyükşehir Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:20 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 3h45 | 11:05 PM Sakarya Büyükşehir Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:21 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 3h14 | 10:35 PM Sakarya Büyükşehir Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:00 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 3h40 | 11:40 PM Sakarya Büyükşehir Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:01 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 3h44 | 11:45 PM Sakarya Büyükşehir Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:20 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 3h20 | 11:40 PM Sakarya Büyükşehir Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:21 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 3h24 | 11:45 PM Sakarya Büyükşehir Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:00 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 3h50 | 12:50 AM Sakarya Büyükşehir Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:00 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 3h40 | 12:40 AM Sakarya Büyükşehir Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:20 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 3h30 | 12:50 AM Sakarya Büyükşehir Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:25 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 3h15 | 12:40 AM Sakarya Büyükşehir Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:00 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 3h35 | 1:35 AM Sakarya Büyükşehir Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:01 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 3h49 | 1:50 AM Sakarya Büyükşehir Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:20 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 3h15 | 1:35 AM Sakarya Büyükşehir Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:21 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 3h29 | 1:50 AM Sakarya Büyükşehir Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:59 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 3h36 | 3:35 AM Sakarya Büyükşehir Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, July 31 | |||||
| FlixBus | 12:20 AM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 3h15 | 3:35 AM Sakarya Büyükşehir Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:00 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 4h05 | 10:05 AM Sakarya Büyükşehir Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:20 AM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 3h45 | 10:05 AM Sakarya Büyükşehir Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:00 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 3h51 | 3:51 PM Sakarya Büyükşehir Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:20 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 3h31 | 3:51 PM Sakarya Büyükşehir Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 1:30 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 3h45 | 5:15 PM Sakarya Büyükşehir Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 1:50 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 3h25 | 5:15 PM Sakarya Büyükşehir Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Istanbul to Sapanca
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Buses from Istanbul to Sapanca run on average 39 times per day, taking around 2h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €13 if you book in advance.
There are 39 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 72 miles (116 km) distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 72 miles (116 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Buses per day 39 |
Direct buses 39 |
Fastest bus 3h 15m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 4 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Istanbul to SapancaYou can travel by bus between Istanbul to Sapanca with FlixBus for as low as €13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Istanbul to Sapanca
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Istanbul to Sapanca 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 Sapanca, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Istanbul to Sapanca
Most Istanbul to Sapanca buses use the Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler) to Sakarya Büyükşehir Terminali station pair. Use this guide to compare Istanbul and Sapanca bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Istanbul station do buses to Sapanca leave from?
Getting to Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler) from Istanbul city centre
Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler) is 5 km from Istanbul city centre. Public transport options include:
Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler) bus station facilities and services
Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Terminal (in the station), Kebab Express (0.2 km), Simit Sarayı (0.3 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and throughout the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler): Elevators, ramps.
Getting to İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı from Istanbul city centre
İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı is 8 km from Istanbul city centre. Public transport options include:
İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı bus station facilities and services
İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Alibeyköy (in the station), Kebab House (0.2 km), Simit Sarayı (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı: Elevators, ramps.
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