How to get from Erzurum to Istanbul
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We compared the ways to travel from Erzurum to Istanbul. The most useful door-to-door route takes 18h 13m by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 1046 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This is the lowest fare we have recorded for this route in the last 14 days.
This fare comes from a search on August 9, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
1046 km
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| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €54Checked Sep 2 | 2h 05mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €45Older observation | 18h 13mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€54Checked Sep 22h 05m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€45Older observation18h 13m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Erzurum to Istanbul: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Erzurum → Istanbulbus
Kamil Koç·18h 13m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
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Flight prices by day, Erzurum to Istanbul
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
October 2026
Departures from Erzurum to Istanbul
Kamil Koç runs 12 scheduled departures a day, the first at 06:00 and the last at 23:59.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kamil Koçbus | 12 | 06:00 | 23:59 |
| FlixBusbus | 8 | 11:31 | 20:00 |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Operators seen on these journeys
Kamil KoçErzurum-Istanbul, Erzurum-İstanbul DudulluBook →
Pegasus AirlinesErzurum International Airport-Sabiha Gökçen AirportSee live options and dates →On this route you travel with Kamil Koç, Pegasus Airlines; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Erzurum to Istanbul works
Start with a Kamil Koç bus from Erzurum to Istanbul, about 18h 13m. In total it's roughly €45 over 18h 13m, direct, no transfers.
Erzurum to Istanbul: common questions
How long does it take to get from Erzurum to Istanbul?
The most useful route takes about 18h 13m by bus, with no transfer.
How far is Istanbul from Erzurum?
About 1046 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Erzurum to Istanbul cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €45. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Erzurum to Istanbul?
On this route you travel with Kamil Koç, Pegasus Airlines.
Can you get from Erzurum to Istanbul without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 18h 13m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Erzurum to Istanbul?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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