- Must visit
Topkapı Palace
Former imperial residence with courtyards, treasury displays and pavilions that reveal Ottoman court life over several centuries.
Cheapest price on 30 Sept
£38
Average ticket price on 30 Sept
£38
Fastest journey on 30 Sept
14 h 10 m
Average journey duration on 30 Sept
14 h 10 m
Buses on 30 Sept
1
Distance
530 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Kalkan to Istanbul is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kalkan to Istanbul will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £38.
On Wed 30 Sept, we found 1 buses from Kalkan to Istanbul, including 1 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 530 km distance in an average of 14 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 14 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 14 h 10 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.


The table below shows live departures for Kalkan to Istanbul coaches for today, Tuesday 29 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 19:15 Kalkan, Bus Station | 13h40 | 8:55 İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:15 Kalkan, Bus Station | 14h00 | 9:15 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:30 Kalkan, Bus Station | 15h00 | 14:30 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:30 Kalkan, Bus Station | 14h25 | 13:55 İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Kalkan to Istanbul run on average 3 times per day, taking around 14h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £34 but you can travel from only £24 by flight.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:00, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 530 km distance in 13h 40m.
Distance 530 km |
Average bus duration 14h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 13h 40m |
First bus 2:00 |
Last bus 23:30 |
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Best time to book 14 days |
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Former imperial residence with courtyards, treasury displays and pavilions that reveal Ottoman court life over several centuries.
Underground Byzantine cistern with forest-like columns, atmospheric lighting and raised walkways near Hagia Sophia.
Leading modern art museum on the Bosphorus showing Turkish and international contemporary works in a striking waterfront building.
Lively historic avenue linking Taksim and Galata, lined with shops, arcades, consulates and landmarks, ideal for an urban walk.
Historic square beside major monuments, ideal for walking between monumental sites, gardens and fountains in the old city.
Colourful waterfront quarter with ferry views, street life, markets and an easy local feel on Istanbul’s Asian side.
A sesame-crusted bread ring sold by street vendors. It is an everyday Istanbul snack, especially popular at breakfast and with tea.
Baked potatoes filled with butter, cheese and varied toppings. This hearty street food is closely associated with the Ortaköy area of Istanbul.
Thin slices of lamb or beef cooked on a vertical spit and served in bread or on a plate. A defining fast food of Istanbul and wider Turkey.
Historic Sultanahmet restaurant known for Ottoman and Turkish dishes in a traditional setting near major old-city sights.
Traditional pudding shop in Fatih famed for sütlaç, kazandibi and other classic Turkish milk desserts in a simple historic venue.
Well-known meyhane-style venue by the Bosphorus, popular for meze, seafood and rakı in a lively waterside setting.
Moderate for a major city: hotels vary widely, meals can be cheap, and public transport is low-cost compared with many European city breaks.
Tip 5-10% in restaurants if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. In cafés, leaving small change is customary but not essential.
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Most Kalkan to Istanbul buses use the Kalkan, Otogarı to Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler) station pair, with some services arriving at İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı. Use this guide to compare Kalkan and Istanbul bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Kalkan, Otogarı has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Kalkan, Otogarı. ATMs are available at Kalkan, Otogarı.
Ticket office support is available at Kalkan, Otogarı.
Available at Kalkan, Otogarı: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kalkan, Otogarı: Basic accessibility for passengers with disabilities.
Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler) is 5 km from Istanbul city centre. Public transport options include:
Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Terminal (in the station), Kebab Express (0.2 km), Simit Sarayı (0.3 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and throughout the station.
Ticket office support is available at Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler).
Available at Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler): Elevators, ramps.
İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı is 8 km from Istanbul city centre. Public transport options include:
İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Alibeyköy (in the station), Kebab House (0.2 km), Simit Sarayı (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı.
Available at İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı: Elevators, ramps.
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