How to get from Istanbul to Kavak
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We compared the ways to travel from Istanbul to Kavak. The most useful door-to-door route takes 10h 42m by bus, 1 transfer. The two cities are about 591 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
The lowest we recorded in the last 14 days was €27, on Thu, Sep 3.
This fare comes from a search on August 11, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
591 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €50Older observation | 8h 18m2 transfers | See Flight details |
| Bus | €27Older observation | 11h 17mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€50Older observation8h 18m · 2 transfersSee Flight details
- Bus€27Older observation11h 17m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Istanbul to Kavak: 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 → Suluovabus
Metro Turizm·9h 17m - 2Suluova → KavakbusTokat Yıldızı Seyahat·52m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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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.
Departures from Istanbul to Kavak
FlixBus runs 29 scheduled departures a day, the first at 00:45 and the last at 23:45.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 29 | 00:45 | 23:45 |
| Kamil Koçbus | 11 | 01:15 | 23:00 |
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
Metro TurizmIstanbul-SuluovaBook →Tokat Yıldızı SeyahatSuluova-KavakBook →
AJetSabiha Gökçen Airport-Ankara Esenboğa AirportSee live options and dates →Airport shuttle busAnkara Esenboğa Airport-KayaşBook →
Kamil KoçKayaş-Kavak, Istanbul-KavakBook →On this route you travel with Metro Turizm, Tokat Yıldızı Seyahat, AJet, Airport shuttle bus, Kamil Koç; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Istanbul to Kavak works
Start with a Metro Turizm bus from Istanbul to Suluova, about 9h 17m. Transfer in Suluova and continue by Tokat Yıldızı Seyahat bus on to Kavak (52 min). In total it's roughly €37 over 10h 42m, 1 transfer.
Istanbul to Kavak: common questions
How long does it take to get from Istanbul to Kavak?
The most useful route takes about 10h 42m by bus, 1 transfer.
How far is Kavak from Istanbul?
About 591 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Istanbul to Kavak cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €37. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Istanbul to Kavak?
On this route you travel with Metro Turizm, Tokat Yıldızı Seyahat, AJet, Airport shuttle bus, Kamil Koç.
What is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Kavak?
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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