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

The cheapest way to get from Mersin (State) to Istanbul is to bus which costs 1.400 ₺ - 3.400 ₺ and takes 12h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mersin (State) to Istanbul is to fly and Metro which takes 3h 15m and costs 12.000 ₺ - 15.000 ₺.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Mersin (State) to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Mersin and arriving at Esenler Otogar via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 49m.

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

The distance between Mersin (State) and Istanbul is 733 km. The road distance is 928 km.

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

The best way to get from Mersin (State) to Istanbul without a car is to bus which takes 12h 49m and costs 1.400 ₺ - 3.400 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Mersin (State) to Istanbul, including transfers.

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

Mersin (State) to Istanbul bus services, operated by Mersin Turizm, depart from Mersin station.

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

Mersin (State) to Istanbul bus services, operated by Mersin Turizm, arrive at Esenler Otogar station.

Can I drive from Mersin (State) to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Mersin (State) to Istanbul is 928 km. It takes approximately 8h 11m to drive from Mersin (State) to Istanbul.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 4137+ hotels available in Istanbul.

Mersin (State) to Istanbul - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, Metro, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Mersin (State) to Istanbul by plane, train, car, bus, or taxi

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Fly Cukurova to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, Metro
best
1. Fly from Cukurova (COV) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)plane COV - SAW
2. Take the train from Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Ayrılık Çeşmesitrain
3h 28m
₺2,574–5,319
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mersin to Esenler Otogarbus
12h 49m
₺1,489–3,342
Drive, bus, train
1. Drive from Mersin to Ereğli-Konya bus stationcar
2. Take the bus from Ereğli-Konya bus station to Konya bus stationbus
3. Take the train from Selçuklu to Pendiktrain Yht
10h 51m
₺2,489–3,843
Drive 928 km
1. Drive from Mersin to Istanbulcar 928 km
8h 11m
₺5,402–7,803
Fly Cukurova to Istanbul, Metro
1. Fly from Cukurova (COV) to Istanbul (IST)plane COV - IST
2. Take the train from Gayrettepe to Veznecilertrain
3h 15m
₺12,771–14,396
Taxi to Gazipaşa-Alanya Airport, fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, Metro
1. Take the taxi from Anamur to Gazipasa-Airport-GZPtaxi
2. Fly from Gazipaşa-Alanya Airport (GZP) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)plane GZP - SAW
3. Take the train from Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Ayrılık Çeşmesitrain
3h 57m
₺9,533–41,480
Taxi to Gazipaşa-Alanya Airport, fly to Istanbul
1. Take the taxi from Anamur to Gazipasa-Airport-GZPtaxi
2. Fly from Gazipaşa-Alanya Airport (GZP) to Istanbul (IST)plane GZP - IST
3h 49m
₺16,630–30,457

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

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1h 59mAverage Duration

₺1,866Cheapest Price

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Distance: 733.4 km
Duration: 3h 28m

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

Mersin Turizm operates a bus from Mersin to Esenler Otogar 4 times a day. Tickets cost ₺2,300 and the journey takes 12h 40m. Three other operators also service this route.

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