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Compare bus for Istanbul to Mersin
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Istanbul to Mersin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $45 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 14h 36m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.7 - 1.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $45, while a bus costs an average of $45.
Distance: 421 miles (678 km)
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Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$45 Average price Cheapest | $158 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
14h 36m Average total duration Fastest 14h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Tickets start at around $45 (€37) compared to roughly $158 (€133) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $113 (€95). The journey takes 14h 6m versus 8h 53m 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.
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.
Travel optionsfrom Istanbul to Mersin
How to get from Istanbul to Mersin by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Istanbul to Mersin is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
- FlixBus5:20 PM14h00İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı7:20 AMMersin, Otobüs Terminali$331One-way0 transfers
Cheapest
- FlixBus5:20 PM14h00İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı7:20 AMMersin, Otobüs Terminali$331One-way0 transfers
Fastest
- FlixBus5:20 PM14h00İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı7:20 AMMersin, Otobüs Terminali$331One-way0 transfers
Other options
- FlixBus5:00 PM14h20Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)7:20 AMMersin, Otobüs Terminali$331One-way0 transfers
04:00 PM14h00Istanbul6:00 AMMersin$691One-way0 transfers
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FAQs: Travel from Istanbul to Mersin
Travel to Mersin 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 Mersin.
- Around 5 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Istanbul and Mersin as scheduled services by bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Buses mostly depart from Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) and arrive in Mersin, Otobüs Terminali.
- Travel with Infobus, FlixBus to go to Mersin by bus.
- 5 direct buses per day with Infobus, FlixBus.
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