The cheapest and fastest coaches from Istanbul to Gelibolu
- Cheapest price on 11 Nov
- £22
- Average ticket price on 11 Nov
- £22
- Fastest journey on 11 Nov
- 6 h 25 m
- Average journey duration on 11 Nov
- 6 h 55 m
- Buses on 11 Nov
- 4
- Distance
- 203 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Istanbul to Gelibolu is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Istanbul to Gelibolu will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £22.
On Wed 11 Nov, we found 4 buses from Istanbul to Gelibolu, including 4 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 203 km distance in an average of 6 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 25 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.
FlixBus9:30 7h25 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) 16:55 Lapseki, Otogarı £22 1 One-way 0 changes
FlixBus23:50 6h25 İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı 6:15 Lapseki, Otogarı £22 1 One-way 0 changes
FlixBus23:30 6h45 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) 6:15 Lapseki, Otogarı £22 1 One-way 0 changes
FlixBus9:50 7h05 İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı 16:55 Lapseki, Otogarı £22 1 One-way 0 changes
FlixBus23:50 6h25 İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı 6:15 Lapseki, Otogarı £22 1 One-way 0 changes
FlixBus23:30 6h45 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) 6:15 Lapseki, Otogarı £22 1 One-way 0 changes
FlixBus9:50 7h05 İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı 16:55 Lapseki, Otogarı £22 1 One-way 0 changes
FlixBus9:30 7h25 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) 16:55 Lapseki, Otogarı £22 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Istanbul to Gelibolu
Buses from Istanbul to Gelibolu run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:35. The fastest coach covers the 203 km distance in 6h 25m.
Distance 203 km |
Average bus duration 7h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 6h 25m |
First bus 0:20 |
Last bus 23:35 |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
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Frequently asked questions about your Istanbul to Gelibolu trip
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Live departures
Istanbul to Gelibolu bus times
The table below shows live departures for Istanbul to Gelibolu coaches for today, Tuesday 10 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 23:30 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 6h45 | 6:15 Lapseki, Otogarı | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:50 İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 6h25 | 6:15 Lapseki, Otogarı | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 11 November | |||||
FlixBus | 9:30 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 7h25 | 16:55 Lapseki, Otogarı | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:50 İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 7h05 | 16:55 Lapseki, Otogarı | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Istanbul and Gelibolu
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
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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.
FAQs: Istanbul to Gelibolu coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Istanbul to Gelibolu 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 Gelibolu, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Istanbul and Gelibolu
Most Istanbul to Gelibolu buses use the Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler) to station pair. Use this guide to compare Istanbul and Gelibolu bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Istanbul station do buses to Gelibolu 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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