How to get from Istanbul to Alaplı
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We compared the ways to travel from Istanbul to Alaplı. The most useful door-to-door route takes 4h 58m by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 201 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 11, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
201 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €74Checked Sep 5 | 5h 30m1 transfer | See Flight details |
| Bus | €19Older observation | 4h 58mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€74Checked Sep 55h 30m · 1 transferSee Flight details
- Bus€19Older observation4h 58m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Istanbul to Alaplı: 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.
- 1Istanbul → Alaplıbus
Kamil Koç·4h 58m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
Search my dateDepartures from Istanbul to Alaplı
FlixBus runs 31 scheduled departures a day, the first at 00:20 and the last at 23:59.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 31 | 00:20 | 23:59 |
| Kamil Koçbus | 16 | 00:20 | 23:25 |
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 KoçIstanbul-Alaplı, Zonguldak-AlaplıBook →
Turkish AirlinesIstanbul Airport-Zonguldak Çaycuma AirportSee live options and dates →On this route you travel with Kamil Koç, Turkish Airlines; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Istanbul to Alaplı works
Start with a Kamil Koç bus from Istanbul to Alaplı, about 4h 58m. In total it's roughly €19 over 4h 58m, direct, no transfers.
Istanbul to Alaplı: common questions
How long does it take to get from Istanbul to Alaplı?
The most useful route takes about 4h 58m by bus, with no transfer.
How far is Alaplı from Istanbul?
About 201 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Istanbul to Alaplı cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €19. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Istanbul to Alaplı?
On this route you travel with Kamil Koç, Turkish Airlines.
What is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Alaplı?
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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