What is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul (State) to Bolu?

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul (State) to Bolu is to rideshare which costs 336 ₺ and takes 3h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Istanbul (State) to Bolu?

The fastest way to get from Istanbul (State) to Bolu is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs 1.400 ₺ - 2.200 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul (State) and Bolu?

No, there is no direct bus from Istanbul (State) to Bolu. However, there are services departing from Ayrılık Çeşmesi and arriving at Bolu via İstanbul Dudullu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

How far is it from Istanbul (State) to Bolu?

The distance between Istanbul (State) and Bolu is 267 km. The road distance is 256.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Istanbul (State) to Bolu without a car is to bus via Ayrılık Çeşmesi which takes 5h 11m and costs 550 ₺ - 1.400 ₺.

How long does it take to get from Istanbul (State) to Bolu?

It takes approximately 5h 11m to get from Istanbul (State) to Bolu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul (State) to Bolu bus from?

Istanbul (State) to Bolu bus services, operated by Pamukkale Turizm, depart from İstanbul Dudullu station.

Where does the Istanbul (State) to Bolu bus arrive?

Istanbul (State) to Bolu bus services, operated by Pamukkale Turizm, arrive at Bolu station.

Can I drive from Istanbul (State) to Bolu?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul (State) to Bolu is 256 km. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Istanbul (State) to Bolu.

Where can I stay near Bolu?

There are 39+ hotels available in Bolu.

Can I share a ride from Istanbul (State) to Bolu?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Istanbul (State) and Bolu. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Istanbul (State) to Bolu - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and rideshare

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There are 6 ways to get from Istanbul (State) to Bolu by bus, train, car, or rideshare

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Bus via Ayrılık Çeşmesi
best
1. Take the bus from İstanbul Dudullu to Bolubus
5h 11m
₺586–1,318
Bus #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Bolu bus stationbus FlixBus KK3409 / ...
5h 58m
₺310–1,460
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Yenikapi to Gebzetrain
2. Take the train from Gebze to Adapazarıtrain
3. Take the bus from Adapazari to Bolubus
7h 2m
₺374–1,174
Drive 256.2 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Bolucar 256.2 km
2h 24m
₺1,492–2,155
Bus
1. Take the bus from İstanbul Dudullu to Bolubus
5h 37m
₺532–1,792
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from İstanbul to Bolurideshare 256.2 km
3h 17m
₺336

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Distance: 267.2 km
Duration: 5h 11m

What companies run services between Istanbul (State), Turkey and Bolu, Turkey?

Pamukkale Turizm operates a bus from İstanbul Dudullu to Bolu 5 times a day. Tickets cost ₺600–800 and the journey takes 3h 15m. Two other operators also service this route.

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