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

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Ayvalik is to bus which costs 650 ₺ - 1.700 ₺ and takes 7h.

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

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Ayvalik is to drive which takes 3h 50m and costs 2.200 ₺ - 3.300 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Ayvalik?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from İstanbul Esenler bus station station and arriving at Ayvalık bus station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h.

How far is it from Istanbul to Ayvalik?

The distance between Istanbul and Ayvalik is 349 km. The road distance is 403.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Istanbul to Ayvalik without a car is to ferry and bus which takes 6h 50m and costs 1.500 ₺ - 1.900 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 6h 50m to get from Istanbul to Ayvalik, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Ayvalik bus from?

Istanbul to Ayvalik bus services, operated by Kamil Koç, depart from İstanbul Esenler bus station.

Where does the Istanbul to Ayvalik bus arrive?

Istanbul to Ayvalik bus services, operated by Kamil Koç, arrive at Ayvalık bus station.

Can I drive from Istanbul to Ayvalik?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Ayvalik is 404 km. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Istanbul to Ayvalik.

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

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Where can I stay near Ayvalik?

There are 324+ hotels available in Ayvalik.

Istanbul to Ayvalik - 7 ways to travel via train, ferry, bus, car, and Metro

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There are 7 ways to get from Istanbul to Ayvalik by ferry, bus, car, train, or plane

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Ferry, bus
best
1. Take the ferry from Yenikapı to Bandırmaferry
2. Take the bus from Bandırma İDO to Sarımsaklıbus 104
6h 50m
₺1,522–1,831
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Ayvalık bus stationbus FlixBus KK3402 / ...
7h
₺650–1,700
Drive 403.7 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Ayvalikcar 403.7 km
3h 50m
₺2,255–3,257
Metro to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, fly to Balıkesir Koca Seyit Airport
1. Take the train from Ayrılık Çeşmesi to Sabiha Gokcen Airporttrain
2. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Balıkesir Koca Seyit Airport (EDO)plane SAW - EDO
4h 33m
₺14,143–24,415
Fly Istanbul to Balıkesir Koca Seyit Airport, bus
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Balıkesir Koca Seyit Airport (EDO)plane IST - EDO
2. Take the bus from Burhaniye to Ayvalıkbus
4h 23m
₺12,139–33,394
Fly Istanbul to İzmir Adnan Menderes International Airport, train, bus
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to İzmir Adnan Menderes International Airport (ADB)plane IST - ADB
2. Take the train from Adnan Menderes to Aliağatrain
3. Take the bus from Aliağa to Ayvalıkbus
7h 10m
₺11,772–13,682
Fly Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to İzmir Adnan Menderes International Airport, train, bus
1. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to İzmir Adnan Menderes International Airport (ADB)plane SAW - ADB
2. Take the train from Adnan Menderes to Aliağatrain
3. Take the bus from Aliağa to Ayvalıkbus
7h 30m
₺2,076–4,803

Istanbul to Ayvalik by bus

294Weekly Buses

7hAverage Duration

₺650Cheapest Price

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Distance: 348.5 km
Duration: 6h 50m

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

Kamil Koç operates a bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Ayvalık bus station hourly. Tickets cost ₺650–900 and the journey takes 7h. Four other operators also service this route.

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