The cheapest and fastest coaches from Istanbul to Alaçatı
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£23
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£28
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
8 h 40 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
8 h 40 m
Buses on 18 Sept
2
Distance
375 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Istanbul to Alaçatı is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Istanbul to Alaçatı will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £23.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 2 buses from Istanbul to Alaçatı, including 2 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 375 km distance in an average of 8 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 40 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.
7:208h40Istanbul16:00Alaçatı£231One-way0 changes
20:508h40Istanbul5:30Alaçatı£321One-way0 changes
7:208h40Istanbul16:00Alaçatı£231One-way0 changes
20:508h40Istanbul5:30Alaçatı£321One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Istanbul to Alaçatı
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Istanbul to Alaçatı among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £34 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 8m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, while a flight costs an average of £51.
Distance: 375 km
Compare bus with
Most popular Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£34 Average Price Cheapest | £51 Average Price | £99 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 15m Average total duration 8h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Istanbul to Alaçatı:
A coach is £17 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Istanbul to Alaçatı costing on average £51.
Other travel options to Alaçatı take longer:
Coach takes on average 8h 45m.
Tickets start at around £34 compared to roughly £99 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £65. The journey takes 8h 45m versus 5h 18m 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 Kale Seyahat, Varan Turizm.
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.
Live departures
Istanbul to Alaçatı bus times
The table below shows live departures for Istanbul to Alaçatı coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 10:00 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 9h00 | 19:00 Alaçatı | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:20 İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 8h40 | 19:00 Alaçatı | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:00 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 9h00 | 0:00 Alaçatı | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:20 İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 8h40 | 0:00 Alaçatı | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:30 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 8h30 | 7:00 Alaçatı | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:50 İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 8h10 | 7:00 Alaçatı | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Istanbul to Alaçatı by coach or flight
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Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Kale Seyahat or Varan Turizm to find the best option for your trip from Istanbul to Alaçatı.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Istanbul to Alaçatı
Buses from Istanbul to Alaçatı run on average 4 times per day, taking around 8h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £28 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:20. The fastest coach covers the 375 km distance in 8h 35m.
Distance 375 km |
Average bus duration 8h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 8h 35m |
First bus 0:30 |
Last bus 23:20 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 4 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Kale Seyahat, Varan Turizm from Istanbul to AlaçatıYou can travel by bus between Istanbul to Alaçatı with FlixBus, Kale Seyahat, Varan Turizm for as low as £28. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Istanbul to Alaçatı coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Istanbul to Alaçatı 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 Alaçatı, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- 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.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Istanbul and Alaçatı
Most Istanbul to Alaçatı buses use the Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler) to Çeşme, Otogar station pair. Use this guide to compare Istanbul and Alaçatı bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Istanbul station do buses to Alaçatı 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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