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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Istanbul to Safranbolu
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
6 h 40 m
Average duration
7 h 7 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
315 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Istanbul to Safranbolu is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Istanbul to Safranbolu will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.
Of the 3 buses that leave Istanbul for Safranbolu every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 315 km distance in an average of 7 h 7 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 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.
22:206h41Istanbul5:01Safranbolu£181One-way0 changes- 12:008h00Istanbul20:00Safranbolu£181One-way0 changes
- 20:206h40Istanbul3:00Safranbolu£211One-way0 changes
- 20:206h40Istanbul3:00Safranbolu£211One-way0 changes
- 22:206h41Istanbul5:01Safranbolu£181One-way0 changes
- 12:008h00Istanbul20:00Safranbolu£181One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Istanbul to Safranbolu
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Istanbul to Safranbolu among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a flight costs an average of £20.
Distance: 315 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£19 Average Price Cheapest | £35 Average Price |
7h 2m Average total duration 6h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Istanbul to Safranbolu bus times
The table below shows live departures for Istanbul to Safranbolu coaches for today, Tuesday 7 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 11:00 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 7h30 | 18:30 Safranbolu, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:20 İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 7h10 | 18:30 Safranbolu, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:00 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 7h30 | 1:30 Safranbolu, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:20 İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 7h10 | 1:30 Safranbolu, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:00 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 7h30 | 3:30 Safranbolu, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:20 İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 7h10 | 3:30 Safranbolu, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 22:01 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 7h44 | 5:45 Safranbolu, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 22:21 İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 7h24 | 5:45 Safranbolu, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 23:00 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 7h00 | 6:00 Safranbolu, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 23:20 İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 6h40 | 6:00 Safranbolu, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 23:59 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 7h01 | 7:00 Safranbolu, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Istanbul to Safranbolu
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Buses from Istanbul to Safranbolu run on average 13 times per day, taking around 6h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
There are 13 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:19, the last at 23:58. The fastest coach covers the 315 km distance in 6h 39m.
Distance 315 km |
Average bus duration 6h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 6h 39m |
First bus 0:19 |
Last bus 23:58 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Istanbul to SafranboluYou can travel by bus between Istanbul to Safranbolu with FlixBus for as low as £16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Istanbul to Safranbolu coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Istanbul to Safranbolu 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 Safranbolu, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- FlixBus
- 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.
- FlixBus
- 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.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Istanbul and Safranbolu
Most Istanbul to Safranbolu buses use the Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler) to Safranbolu, Otogar station pair. Use this guide to compare Istanbul and Safranbolu bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Istanbul station do buses to Safranbolu 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.
Getting to Istanbul, Dudullu Giden Yolcu Terminali from Istanbul city centre
Most popular bus connections from Istanbul
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