The cheapest and fastest coaches from Kayseri to Istanbul
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
13 h
Average duration
13 h 30 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
613 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Kayseri to Istanbul is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kayseri to Istanbul will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £24.
Of the 3 buses that leave Kayseri for Istanbul 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 613 km distance in an average of 13 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h .
The slowest buses will take 14 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 Kayseri to Istanbul
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Kayseri to Istanbul among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.6 - 1.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a flight costs an average of £31.
Distance: 613 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
£26 Average Price Cheapest | £66 Average Price |
12h 23m Average total duration 11h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.8 - 3.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Kayseri to Istanbul bus times
The table below shows live departures for Kayseri to Istanbul coaches for today, Saturday 13 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 10:30 Kayseri, Bus Station | 13h15 | 23:45 İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 Kayseri, Bus Station | 13h30 | 00:00 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:30 Kayseri, Bus Station | 12h45 | 02:15 İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:30 Kayseri, Bus Station | 13h00 | 02:30 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:30 Kayseri, Bus Station | 13h25 | 04:55 İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:30 Kayseri, Bus Station | 13h45 | 05:15 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:00 Kayseri, Bus Station | 11h30 | 05:30 İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:00 Kayseri, Bus Station | 11h45 | 05:45 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:00 Kayseri, Bus Station | 13h25 | 09:25 İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:00 Kayseri, Bus Station | 13h45 | 09:45 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Kayseri to Istanbul
Buses from Kayseri to Istanbul run on average 15 times per day, taking around 11h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
There are 15 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:58. The fastest coach covers the 613 km distance in 11h 45m.
Distance 613 km |
Average bus duration 11h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 15 |
Fastest bus 11h 45m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:58 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Kayseri to IstanbulYou can travel by bus between Kayseri to Istanbul with FlixBus for as low as £23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Kayseri to Istanbul coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kayseri to Istanbul 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 Istanbul, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Kayseri, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Kayseri, Bus Station and Kayseri. When arriving in Istanbul, you can end your trip in coach stations like Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler), İstanbul, Havalimanı (Tayakadın Terminal Cad. No: 1) and Istanbul, Esenler Otogarı (Metro Bulgaria).
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Kayseri, Bus Station, which is located around 5 miles (8 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler), located 4.8 miles (7.8 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Kayseri and Istanbul
- 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
- 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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