How to get from Istanbul to Safranbolu
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We compared the ways to travel from Istanbul to Safranbolu. The most useful door-to-door route takes 6h 27m by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 310 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.
310 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €41Older observation | 6h 10m2 transfers | See Flight details |
| Bus | €21Older observation | 6h 27mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€41Older observation6h 10m · 2 transfersSee Flight details
- Bus€21Older observation6h 27m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Istanbul to Safranbolu: 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 → Safranbolubus
Kamil Koç·6h 27m
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 Safranbolu
FlixBus runs 57 scheduled departures a day, the first at 00:20 and the last at 23:59.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 57 | 00:20 | 23:59 |
| Kamil Koçbus | 14 | 00:30 | 23:05 |
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-Safranbolu, Ankara-SafranboluBook →
AJetSabiha Gökçen Airport-Ankara Esenboğa AirportSee live options and dates →Airport shuttle busAnkara Esenboğa Airport-AnkaraBook →On this route you travel with Kamil Koç, AJet, Airport shuttle bus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Istanbul to Safranbolu works
Start with a Kamil Koç bus from Istanbul to Safranbolu, about 6h 27m. In total it's roughly €21 over 6h 27m, direct, no transfers.
Istanbul to Safranbolu: common questions
How long does it take to get from Istanbul to Safranbolu?
The most useful route takes about 6h 27m by bus, with no transfer.
How far is Safranbolu from Istanbul?
About 310 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Istanbul to Safranbolu cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €21. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Istanbul to Safranbolu?
On this route you travel with Kamil Koç, AJet, Airport shuttle bus.
What is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Safranbolu?
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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