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

The cheapest way to get from Başiskele to Istanbul is to drive which costs 800 ₺ - 1.300 ₺ and takes 1h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Başiskele to Istanbul is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs 800 ₺ - 1.300 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Başiskele and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct bus from Başiskele station to Istanbul station. However, there are services departing from Kocaeli bus station and arriving at İstanbul Esenler bus station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Başiskele and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct train from Başiskele to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Izmit and arriving at Yenikapi via Söğütlüçeşme. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.

How far is it from Başiskele to Istanbul?

The distance between Başiskele and Istanbul is 114 km. The road distance is 116.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Başiskele to Istanbul without a car is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs 1.200 ₺ - 1.500 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 2h 9m to get from Başiskele to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Başiskele to Istanbul bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Başiskele to Istanbul train from?

Başiskele to Istanbul train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), depart from Izmit station.

Train or bus from Başiskele to Istanbul?

The best way to get from Başiskele to Istanbul is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs 1.200 ₺ - 1.500 ₺. Alternatively, you can bus via Kocaeli bus station, which costs 1.300 ₺ - 2.400 ₺ and takes 2h 37m.

Where does the Başiskele to Istanbul bus arrive?

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

Where does the Başiskele to Istanbul train arrive?

Başiskele to Istanbul train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), arrive at Istanbul Söğütlüçeşme station.

Can I drive from Başiskele to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Başiskele to Istanbul is 117 km. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Başiskele to Istanbul.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 4250+ hotels available in Istanbul.

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There are 5 ways to get from Başiskele to Istanbul by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Izmit to Istanbul Söğütlüçeşmetrain Yht / ...
2h 9m
₺1,203–1,458
Drive 116.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Başiskele to Istanbulcar 116.6 km
1h 22m
₺848–1,224
Bus via Kocaeli bus station
1. Take the bus from Kocaeli bus station to İstanbul Esenler bus stationbus FlixBus KK3409 / ...
2h 37m
₺1,337–2,313
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Başiskele to Istanbultaxi 116.6 km
1h 22m
₺5,500–7,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Gölcük to İstanbul Esenlerbus
2h 51m
₺1,160–1,244

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Distance: 113.9 km
Duration: 2h 9m

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

Turkish Railways (TCDD) operates a train from Izmit to Istanbul Söğütlüçeşme hourly. Tickets cost ₺150–210 and the journey takes 1h 25m. Alternatively, Kamil Koç operates a bus from Kocaeli bus station to İstanbul Esenler bus station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ₺310–440 and the journey takes 2h 15m. 10 other operators also service this route.

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