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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Istanbul to Kastamonu
Cheapest price
£19
Average price
£20
Fastest journey
8 h 40 m
Average duration
8 h 50 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
406 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Istanbul to Kastamonu is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Istanbul to Kastamonu will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £19.
Of the 2 buses that leave Istanbul for Kastamonu every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 406 km distance in an average of 8 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Istanbul to Kastamonu
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Istanbul to Kastamonu among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a flight costs an average of £199.
Distance: 406 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£19 Average Price Cheapest | £201 Average Price |
8h 37m Average total duration 8h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Istanbul to Kastamonu bus times
The table below shows live departures for Istanbul to Kastamonu coaches for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 17:00 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 9h30 | 02:30 Kastamonu, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:20 İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 9h10 | 02:30 Kastamonu, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:00 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 8h30 | 04:30 Kastamonu, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:20 İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 8h10 | 04:30 Kastamonu, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 4 February | |||||
| 08:20 Istanbul | 8h40 | 17:00 Kastamonu | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Istanbul to Kastamonu
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Buses from Istanbul to Kastamonu run on average 11 times per day, taking around 8h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
There are 11 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:58. The fastest coach covers the 406 km distance in 8h 10m.
Distance 406 km |
Average bus duration 8h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 8h 10m |
First bus 00:20 |
Last bus 23:58 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Kamil Koc from Istanbul to KastamonuYou can travel by bus between Istanbul to Kastamonu with FlixBus, Kamil Koc for as low as £19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Istanbul to Kastamonu coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Istanbul to Kastamonu 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 Kastamonu, 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 Kastamonu
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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