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

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Karakaya is to bus which costs 2.700 ₺ - 3.100 ₺ and takes 15h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Karakaya is to fly and bus which takes 6h 49m and costs 13.000 ₺ - 28.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Karakaya?

No, there is no direct bus from Istanbul to Karakaya. However, there are services departing from Esenler Otogar and arriving at Silifke via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 52m.

How far is it from Istanbul to Karakaya?

The distance between Istanbul and Karakaya is 988 km. The road distance is 832.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Istanbul to Karakaya without a car is to train and taxi which takes 9h 15m and costs 4.900 ₺ - 6.500 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 9h 15m to get from Istanbul to Karakaya, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Karakaya bus from?

Istanbul to Karakaya bus services, operated by Mersin Turizm, depart from Esenler Otogar station.

Where does the Istanbul to Karakaya bus arrive?

Istanbul to Karakaya bus services, operated by Mersin Turizm, arrive at Silifke station.

Can I drive from Istanbul to Karakaya?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Karakaya is 832 km. It takes approximately 11h 9m to drive from Istanbul to Karakaya.

Where can I stay near Karakaya?

There are 32+ hotels available in Karakaya.

Istanbul to Karakaya - 10 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Istanbul to Karakaya by train, taxi, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Istanbul Bostancı to Karamantrain Yht
2. Take the taxi from Karaman to Karakayataxi
9h 15m
₺4,957–6,379
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Esenler Otogar to Silifkebus
15h 52m
₺2,700–3,050
Drive 832.5 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Karakayacar 832.5 km
11h 9m
₺4,667–6,741
Fly Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Cukurova, bus
1. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Cukurova (COV)plane SAW - COV
2. Take the bus from Tarsus to Silifkebus
6h 59m
₺4,138–7,595
Bus via Mut
1. Take the bus from İstanbul Esenler to Mutbus
2. Take the bus from Mut to Silifkebus
17h 50m
₺2,960–3,210
Fly Istanbul to Cukurova, bus
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Cukurova (COV)plane IST - COV
2. Take the bus from Tarsus to Silifkebus
6h 49m
₺13,434–27,074
Fly Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Konya Airport, bus
1. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Konya Airport (KYA)plane SAW - KYA
2. Take the bus from Konya to Silifkebus
9h 44m
₺2,873–10,540
Fly Istanbul to Konya Airport, bus
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Konya Airport (KYA)plane IST - KYA
2. Take the bus from Konya to Silifkebus
9h 34m
₺13,169–14,519
Fly Istanbul to Gazipaşa-Alanya Airport, bus
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Gazipaşa-Alanya Airport (GZP)plane IST - GZP
2. Take the bus from Alanya to Silifkebus
11h 7m
₺13,139–26,864
Fly Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Gazipaşa-Alanya Airport, bus
1. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Gazipaşa-Alanya Airport (GZP)plane SAW - GZP
2. Take the bus from Alanya to Silifkebus
11h 22m
₺4,443–36,885

Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Cukurova (COV) flights

92Weekly Planes

1h 50mAverage Duration

₺1,799Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Istanbul to Karakaya.

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Distance: 987.6 km
Duration: 9h 15m

What companies run services between Istanbul, Turkey and Karakaya, Mersin, Turkey?

Mersin Turizm operates a bus from Esenler Otogar to Silifke twice daily. Tickets cost ₺2,300 and the journey takes 15h 32m. Özkaymak also services this route once daily.

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