What is the cheapest way to get from Şanlıurfa to Istanbul?

The cheapest way to get from Şanlıurfa to Istanbul is to bus which costs 1.600 ₺ - 3.900 ₺ and takes 21h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Şanlıurfa to Istanbul?

The fastest way to get from Şanlıurfa to Istanbul is to fly and Metro which takes 3h 34m and costs 5.000 ₺ - 23.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Şanlıurfa and Istanbul?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Şanlıurfa bus station station and arriving at İstanbul Esenler bus station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21h 15m.

How far is it from Şanlıurfa to Istanbul?

The distance between Şanlıurfa and Istanbul is 989 km. The road distance is 1275.5 km.

How do I travel from Şanlıurfa to Istanbul without a car?

The best way to get from Şanlıurfa to Istanbul without a car is to bus which takes 21h 15m and costs 1.600 ₺ - 3.900 ₺.

How long does it take to get from Şanlıurfa to Istanbul?

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Şanlıurfa to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Şanlıurfa to Istanbul bus from?

Şanlıurfa to Istanbul bus services, operated by Kamil Koç, depart from Şanlıurfa bus station.

Where does the Şanlıurfa to Istanbul bus arrive?

Şanlıurfa to Istanbul bus services, operated by Kamil Koç, arrive at İstanbul Esenler bus station.

Can I drive from Şanlıurfa to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Şanlıurfa to Istanbul is 1275 km. It takes approximately 11h 15m to drive from Şanlıurfa to Istanbul.

How do I get a bus ticket from Şanlıurfa to Istanbul?

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Şanlıurfa to Istanbul - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, Metro, bus, and car

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Fly Şanlıurfa Güney Anadolu Projesi Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, Metro
best
1. Fly from Şanlıurfa Güney Anadolu Projesi Airport (GNY) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)plane GNY - SAW
2. Take the train from Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Ayrılık Çeşmesitrain
3h 47m
₺4,487–12,289
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Şanlıurfa bus station to İstanbul Esenler bus stationbus FlixBus KK0115C / ...
21h 15m
₺1,600–3,900
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Şanlıurfa bus station to Diyarbakır bus stationbus
2. Take the train from Diyarbakır to Sivastrain
3. Take the train from Sivas to Istanbul Söğütlüçeşmetrain Yht
23h 50m
₺2,734–3,824
Drive 1,275.5 km
1. Drive from Şanlıurfa to Istanbulcar 1,275.5 km
11h 15m
₺7,169–10,356
Fly Şanlıurfa Güney Anadolu Projesi Airport to Istanbul, Metro
1. Fly from Şanlıurfa Güney Anadolu Projesi Airport (GNY) to Istanbul (IST)plane GNY - IST
2. Take the train from Gayrettepe to Veznecilertrain
3h 34m
₺5,284–22,266
Taxi to Adiyaman, fly to Istanbul
1. Take the taxi from Şanlıurfa to Adiyaman (ADF)taxi
2. Fly from Adiyaman (ADF) to Istanbul (IST)plane ADF - IST
4h 53m
₺16,177–18,421
Taxi to Adiyaman, fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
1. Take the taxi from Şanlıurfa to Adiyaman (ADF)taxi
2. Fly from Adiyaman (ADF) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)plane ADF - SAW
5h 1m
₺9,080–25,944

Şanlıurfa to Istanbul by bus

66Weekly Buses

21h 15mAverage Duration

₺1,600Cheapest Price

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Distance: 989.1 km
Duration: 3h 47m

What companies run services between Şanlıurfa, Turkey and Istanbul, Turkey?

Kamil Koç operates a bus from Şanlıurfa bus station to İstanbul Esenler bus station every 4 hours. Tickets cost ₺1,600–2,200 and the journey takes 21h 15m. Metro Turizm also services this route once daily.

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