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

The cheapest way to get from Bolu to Istanbul is to bus which costs 260 ₺ - 1.300 ₺ and takes 4h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bolu to Istanbul is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs 1.400 ₺ - 2.100 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Bolu and Istanbul?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bolu bus station station and arriving at İstanbul Esenler bus station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Bolu to Istanbul?

The distance between Bolu and Istanbul is 276 km. The road distance is 254.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Bolu to Istanbul without a car is to bus which takes 4h 45m and costs 260 ₺ - 1.300 ₺.

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

The bus from Bolu bus station to İstanbul Esenler bus station takes 4h 45m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Bolu to Istanbul bus from?

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

Where does the Bolu to Istanbul bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bolu to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Bolu to Istanbul is 255 km. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Bolu to Istanbul.

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

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Where can I stay near Istanbul?

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Bolu to Istanbul - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Bolu to Istanbul by bus, train, or car

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Bolu bus station to İstanbul Esenler bus stationbus FlixBus KK3409 / ...
4h 45m
₺260–1,300
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bolu to Adapazaribus
2. Take the train from Adapazari to Gebzetrain Re
3. Take the train from Gebze to Yenikapitrain
6h 14m
₺410–1,197
Drive 254.6 km
1. Drive from Bolu to Istanbulcar 254.6 km
2h 26m
₺1,421–2,053
Bus via Adapazarı
1. Take the bus from Bolu bus station to Sakarya bus stationbus FlixBus KK0642B / ...
2. Take the bus from Adapazarı to Alibeyköybus
5h 11m
₺956–1,770

Bolu to Istanbul by bus

440Weekly Buses

4h 45mAverage Duration

₺260Cheapest Price

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Distance: 275.8 km
Duration: 4h 45m

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

Kamil Koç operates a bus from Bolu bus station to İstanbul Esenler bus station hourly. Tickets cost ₺470–700 and the journey takes 4h 45m. Nine other operators also service this route.

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