How to travel from Istanbul to Bodrum

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Compare bus and flight for Istanbul to Bodrum

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Istanbul to Bodrum among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $45. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $45, and a flight costs an average of $40.

Distance: 286 miles (461 km)

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$74

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$54

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$155

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6h 26m

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4h 26m

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8h 52m

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8h 22m

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7h 9m

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1.4 - 2.8kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Istanbul to Bodrum is a bus with an average price of $54 (€43).

This is compared to other travel options from Istanbul to Bodrum:

A bus is $21 (€17) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Istanbul to Bodrum costing on average $74 (€60).

The fastest way to travel from Istanbul to Bodrum is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 26m.

Other travel options to Bodrum take longer:

Bus takes on average 8h 22m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Istanbul and Bodrum including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Istanbul to Bodrum among Omio's users.

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from Istanbul to Bodrum

How to get from Istanbul to Bodrum by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Istanbul to Bodrum is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:05 PM10h25
    İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı
    8:30 AMBodrum, Yeni Otogar (Torba)
    $481One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:05 PM10h25
    İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı
    8:30 AMBodrum, Yeni Otogar (Torba)
    $481One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Turkish AirlinesTK2502
    6:35 AM1h10
    Istanbul Airport
    7:45 AMMilas Bodrum Airport
    $2751One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:45 PM10h45
    Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)
    8:30 AMBodrum, Yeni Otogar (Torba)
    $481One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:35 PM11h04
    İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı
    10:39 AMBodrum, Yeni Otogar (Torba)
    $481One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:20 AM11h05
    İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı
    6:25 PMBodrum, Yeni Otogar (Torba)
    $481One-way
    0 transfers
  • PegasusPC4286
    7:00 PM1h15
    Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
    8:15 PMMilas Bodrum Airport
    $491One-way
    0 transfers
  • PegasusPC2266
    8:55 PM1h15
    Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
    10:10 PMMilas Bodrum Airport
    $501One-way
    0 transfers
  • PegasusPC2254
    6:35 PM1h15
    Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
    7:50 PMMilas Bodrum Airport
    $551One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Istanbul to Bodrum

Travel to Bodrum easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Istanbul to Bodrum.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Istanbul and Bodrum including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Istanbul to Bodrum is a bus with an average price of $54 (€43).

This is compared to other travel options from Istanbul to Bodrum:

A bus is $21 (€17) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Istanbul to Bodrum costing on average $74 (€60).

The fastest way to travel from Istanbul to Bodrum is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 26m.

Other travel options to Bodrum take longer:

Bus takes on average 8h 22m.

The distance from Istanbul to Bodrum is approximately 286 miles (461 km).
The average frequency per day from Istanbul to Bodrum is:
  • Around 16 flights per day.
  • Around 9 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Istanbul and Bodrum as scheduled services by bus and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Istanbul to Bodrum:
  • Flights mostly depart from Istanbul Airport and arrive in Milas Bodrum Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) and arrive in Bodrum, Yeni Otogar (Torba).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Istanbul to Bodrum, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Pegasus, Turkish Airlines to go to Bodrum by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Infobus, Pamukkale to go to Bodrum by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Istanbul to Bodrum with the following travel companies:
  • 16 direct flights per day with Pegasus, Turkish Airlines.
  • 9 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Infobus, Pamukkale.
Omio customers who travel from Istanbul to Bodrum often also extend their vacation to go to Datça, Kos, Rhodes, Fethiye, Mykonos. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Bodrum and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Bodrum to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

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