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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Dalaman to Istanbul
Cheapest price
£36
Average price
£36
Fastest journey
11 h 55 m
Average duration
13 h 10 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
473 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Dalaman to Istanbul is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dalaman to Istanbul will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £36.
Of the 6 buses that leave Dalaman for Istanbul every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 473 km distance in an average of 13 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 16 h 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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Travel Information
Compare flight and coach for Dalaman to Istanbul
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Dalaman to Istanbul among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, and a flight costs an average of £24.
Distance: 473 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
£36 Average Price Cheapest | £64 Average Price |
12h 4m Average total duration 11h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Dalaman to Istanbul bus times
The table below shows live departures for Dalaman to Istanbul coaches for today, Monday 24 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 23:00 Dalaman, Bus Station | 12h30 | 11:30 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 23:00 Dalaman, Bus Station | 11h55 | 10:55 İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 0 changesdirect | |
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| FlixBus | 09:30 Dalaman, Bus Station | 13h00 | 22:30 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 09:30 Dalaman, Bus Station | 12h25 | 21:55 İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:50 Dalaman, Bus Station | 16h00 | 03:50 İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:50 Dalaman, Bus Station | 16h15 | 04:05 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Dalaman to Istanbul
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Buses from Dalaman to Istanbul run on average 6 times per day, taking around 11h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £24 by flight.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 22:45. The fastest coach covers the 473 km distance in 13h 0m.
Distance 473 km |
Average bus duration 11h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 13h 0m |
First bus 00:20 |
Last bus 22:45 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Dalaman to IstanbulYou can travel by bus between Dalaman to Istanbul with FlixBus for as low as £24. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Dalaman to Istanbul coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dalaman to Istanbul by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Istanbul, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Dalaman, Bus Station, which is located around 3.8 miles (6.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Istanbul, Dudullu Giden Yolcu Terminali, located 10 miles (16.1 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Dalaman and Istanbul
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Terminal (in the station)
- Kebab Express (0.2 km)
- Simit Sarayı (0.3 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Metro: M1A Bus: 83O, 91E, 97G
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Alibeyköy (in the station)
- Kebab House (0.2 km)
- Simit Sarayı (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 36CE, 49T, 49Z Metro: M7
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