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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Istanbul to İzmit

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

Cheapest price on 18 Sept

£10

Average ticket price on 18 Sept

£11

Fastest journey on 18 Sept

3 h 5 m

Average journey duration on 18 Sept

3 h 18 m

Buses on 18 Sept

3

Distance

86 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Istanbul to İzmit is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Istanbul to İzmit will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £10.

Fast coaches

On Fri 18 Sept, we found 3 buses from Istanbul to İzmit, including 3 direct services.

These direct buses cover the 86 km distance in an average of 3 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 5 m .

The slowest buses will take 3 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.

  • FlixBus
    16:203h05
    Istanbul
    19:25İzmit
    £101One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBus
    4:303h25
    Istanbul
    7:55İzmit
    £101One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBus
    14:003h25
    Istanbul
    17:25İzmit
    £121One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach for Istanbul to İzmit

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Istanbul to İzmit among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 3h 3m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, while a coach costs an average of £13.

Distance: 86 km

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Coach
Driving

£13

Average Price

Cheapest

£14

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 3m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 33m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 13m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

FlixBus

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Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Istanbul to İzmit is a coach with an average price of £13.
The fastest way to travel from Istanbul to İzmit is by coach with an average journey time of 2h 33m.
Yes, you can take a coach between Istanbul and İzmit.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £13 compared to roughly £14 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £0.42. The journey takes 2h 33m versus 1h 13m 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 FlixBus, Has Turizm, Kale Seyahat, Pamukkale, Alanyalılar Turizm, Varan Turizm, Antalya Net Seyahat.

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 İzmit bus times

The table below shows live departures for Istanbul to İzmit coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
FlixBusFlixBus9:00 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)
3h25
12:25 Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus9:20 İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı
3h05
12:25 Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus12:00 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)
3h10
15:10 Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus12:20 İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı
2h50
15:10 Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus13:30 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)
3h10
16:40 Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus13:50 İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı
2h50
16:40 Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus16:30 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)
3h25
19:55 Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus16:50 İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı
3h05
19:55 Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus17:00 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)
3h25
20:25 Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus17:20 İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı
3h05
20:25 Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus18:30 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)
3h10
21:40 Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus18:55 İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı
2h45
21:40 Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus19:00 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)
3h10
22:10 Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus19:20 İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı
2h50
22:10 Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus19:30 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)
3h10
22:40 Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus19:55 İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı
2h45
22:40 Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus20:01 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)
3h09
23:10 Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus20:21 İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı
2h49
23:10 Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus21:01 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)
2h54
23:55 Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus21:21 İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı
2h34
23:55 Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus23:00 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)
2h55
1:55 Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus23:20 İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı
2h35
1:55 Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus23:30 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)
3h00
2:30 Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus23:50 İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı
2h40
2:30 Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus23:59 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)
2h56
2:55 Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali0 changesdirect
FlixBus4:30 Istanbul
3h25
7:55 İzmit0 changesdirect

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Why should you book Istanbul to İzmit coaches with Omio?

FlixBus as well as Has Turizm, Luks Yonca, Balikesir Uludağ, İstanbul Kalesi and more offer coaches services from Istanbul to İzmit.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Istanbul to İzmit.

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 Has Turizm, Luks Yonca, Balikesir Uludağ or İstanbul Kalesi to find the best option for your trip from Istanbul to İzmit.
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Istanbul to İzmit

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Buses from Istanbul to İzmit run on average 40 times per day, taking around 2h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.

There are 40 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 86 km distance in 2h 25m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
86 km
Average bus duration
2h 33m
Cheapest ticket price
£12
Buses per day
40
Direct buses
40
Fastest bus
2h 25m
First bus
0:05
Last bus
23:55
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
1 day
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: FlixBus, Has Turizm, Luks Yonca, Balikesir Uludağ, İstanbul Kalesi, Kale Seyahat, Pamukkale, Alanyalılar Turizm, Varan Turizm, Antalya Net Seyahat from Istanbul to İzmitYou can travel by bus between Istanbul to İzmit with FlixBus, Has Turizm, Luks Yonca, Balikesir Uludağ, İstanbul Kalesi, Kale Seyahat, Pamukkale, Alanyalılar Turizm, Varan Turizm, Antalya Net Seyahat for as low as £12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixBus Duration
2h 25m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
£12
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
Learn more about FlixBus

Has Turizm

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Has Turizm Duration
2h 30m
Cheapest Has Turizm Price
£7
Has Turizm frequency
1 a day

Luks Yonca

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Luks Yonca Duration
2h 15m
Luks Yonca frequency
1 a day

Balikesir Uludağ

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Balikesir Uludağ Duration
3h 59m
Balikesir Uludağ frequency
1 a day

İstanbul Kalesi

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average İstanbul Kalesi Duration
3h 15m
İstanbul Kalesi frequency
1 a day

Kale Seyahat

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Kale Seyahat Duration
3h 0m
Kale Seyahat frequency
3 a day

Pamukkale

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Pamukkale Duration
3h 0m
Cheapest Pamukkale Price
£5
Pamukkale frequency
7 a day

Alanyalılar Turizm

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Alanyalılar Turizm Duration
2h 15m
Alanyalılar Turizm frequency
2 a day

Varan Turizm

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Varan Turizm Duration
3h 15m
Cheapest Varan Turizm Price
£10
Varan Turizm frequency
1 a day

Antalya Net Seyahat

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Antalya Net Seyahat Duration
2h 45m
Antalya Net Seyahat frequency
2 a day

FAQs: Istanbul to İzmit coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Istanbul to İzmit 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 İzmit, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Istanbul to İzmit can start from as little as £12 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Istanbul to İzmit is £13; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Istanbul to İzmit is 2h 25m to travel the 86 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Istanbul to İzmit leaves at 0:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Istanbul to İzmit leaves at 23:55.
Yes, there are 40 direct coaches a day from Istanbul to İzmit with FlixBus, Has Turizm, Kale Seyahat, Pamukkale, Alanyalılar Turizm, Varan Turizm, Antalya Net Seyahat. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Istanbul to İzmit, you can count on FlixBus, Has Turizm, Luks Yonca, Balikesir Uludağ, İstanbul Kalesi, Kale Seyahat, Pamukkale, Alanyalılar Turizm, Varan Turizm, Antalya Net Seyahat for the best way to get you to İzmit. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Istanbul and İzmit and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Istanbul , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler), İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı . When arriving in İzmit , you can end your route in coach stations like Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler), which is located around 5 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali, located 4 away from the city centre.
A trip to İzmit from Istanbul is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 25m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Istanbul to İzmit is March.
Yes, you can take a coach between Istanbul and İzmit.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Istanbul to İzmit:
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Istanbul to İzmit for coach company FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Istanbul to İzmit depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company FlixBus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Istanbul to İzmit.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Istanbul to İzmit:
  • FlixBus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Istanbul to İzmit:
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Istanbul to İzmit. The following conditions apply:
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Istanbul to İzmit with the following coach company: FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Istanbul to İzmit with the following coach company: FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Istanbul to İzmit with the following coach company: FlixBus.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Istanbul and İzmit

Most Istanbul to İzmit buses use the Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler) to Kocaeli, Izmit Şehirlerarasi Otobüs Terminali station pair. Use this guide to compare Istanbul and İzmit bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Istanbul
Arrival bus stations in İzmit

Which Istanbul station do buses to İzmit leave from?

Buses from Istanbul to İzmit leave from Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler). The station is 5 km from Istanbul city centre at Istanbul Buyuk Otogari, Esenler, Istanbul, Turkey.
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City-centre transport

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:

TrainM1a, M1b · 11m · £0.90 · every ~45 min
Bus91E · 20m · £0.90 · every ~17 min
TramT4 · 22m · £0.90 · every ~34 min

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.

İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep OtogarıAlibeykoy, Eyupsultan, Istanbul, TurkeyWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

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:

Bus17m · £4 · every ~1 min
TramT5 · 35m · £0.90 · every ~20 min

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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