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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Istanbul to Rize
Cheapest price on 14 Sept
£38
Average ticket price on 14 Sept
£38
Fastest journey on 14 Sept
18 h 45 m
Average journey duration on 14 Sept
19 h 20 m
Buses on 14 Sept
4
Distance
970 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Istanbul to Rize is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Istanbul to Rize will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £38.
On Mon 14 Sept, we found 4 buses from Istanbul to Rize, including 4 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 970 km distance in an average of 19 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 18 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 19 h 55 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.
FlixBus11:0019h55Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)6:55Rize, Bus Station£381One-way0 changes- FlixBus18:2018h45İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı13:05Rize, Bus Station£381One-way0 changes
- FlixBus18:0019h05Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)13:05Rize, Bus Station£381One-way0 changes
- FlixBus11:2019h35İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı6:55Rize, Bus Station£381One-way0 changes
- FlixBus18:2018h45İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı13:05Rize, Bus Station£381One-way0 changes
- FlixBus18:0019h05Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)13:05Rize, Bus Station£381One-way0 changes
- FlixBus11:2019h35İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı6:55Rize, Bus Station£381One-way0 changes
- FlixBus11:0019h55Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)6:55Rize, Bus Station£381One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Istanbul to Rize
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Istanbul to Rize among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £38 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 47m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £38, while a flight costs an average of £68.
Distance: 970 km
Compare bus with
| Coach | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£38 Average Price Cheapest | £68 Average Price | £126 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
19h 21m Average total duration 18h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 47m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 13h 20m 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 Rize:
A coach is £30 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Istanbul to Rize costing on average £68.
Other travel options to Rize take longer:
Coach takes on average 18h 51m.
Tickets start at around £38 compared to roughly £126 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £88. The journey takes 18h 51m versus 13h 20m 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, Ali Osman ULUSOY.
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 Rize bus times
The table below shows live departures for Istanbul to Rize coaches for today, Sunday 13 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 18:00 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 19h05 | 13:05 Rize, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:20 İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 18h45 | 13:05 Rize, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 14 September | |||||
| FlixBus | 11:00 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 19h55 | 6:55 Rize, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:20 İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 19h35 | 6:55 Rize, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Istanbul to Rize
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Buses from Istanbul to Rize run on average 5 times per day, taking around 18h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £32 if you book in advance.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 11:00, the last at 19:30. The fastest coach covers the 970 km distance in 18h 45m.
Distance 970 km |
Average bus duration 18h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 18h 45m |
First bus 11:00 |
Last bus 19:30 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Ali Osman ULUSOY, Kale Seyahat from Istanbul to RizeYou can travel by bus between Istanbul to Rize with FlixBus, Ali Osman ULUSOY, Kale Seyahat for as low as £32. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Istanbul to Rize coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Istanbul to Rize 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 Rize, 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 Rize
Most Istanbul to Rize buses use the Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler) to Rize, Otogar station pair. Use this guide to compare Istanbul and Rize bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Istanbul station do buses to Rize 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.
Which Rize station do buses from Istanbul arrive at?
Getting to Rize, Otogar from Rize city centre
Rize, Otogar is 1 km from Rize city centre. Public transport options include:
Rize, Otogar bus station facilities and services
Rize, Otogar has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Several small eateries and cafes nearby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Rize, Otogar. ATMs are aTMs available within the station premises.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Rize, Otogar.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rize, Otogar: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rize, Otogar: Wheelchair accessible with assistance.
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