How to get from Istanbul to Tarsus
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We compared the ways to travel from Istanbul to Tarsus. The most useful door-to-door route takes 13h 14m by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 688 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 €36, on Fri, Sep 4.
This fare comes from a search on August 11, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
688 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €53Older observation | 13h 15m2 transfers | See Flight details |
| Bus | €36Older observation | 13h 14mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€53Older observation13h 15m · 2 transfersSee Flight details
- Bus€36Older observation13h 14m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Istanbul to Tarsus: 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 → Tarsusbus
Kamil Koç·13h 14m
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 Tarsus
Kamil Koç runs 14 scheduled departures a day, the first at 00:30 and the last at 22:00.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kamil Koçbus | 14 | 00:30 | 22:00 |
| FlixBusbus | 12 | 04:20 | 18:45 |
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-Tarsus, Ankara-Tarsus, Serik-TarsusBook →
PegasusSabiha Gökçen Airport-Ankara Esenboğa Airport, Sabiha Gökçen Airport-Antalya AirportSee live options and dates →Airport shuttle busAntalya Airport-SerikBook →On this route you travel with Kamil Koç, Pegasus, Airport shuttle bus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Istanbul to Tarsus works
Start with a Kamil Koç bus from Istanbul to Tarsus, about 13h 14m. In total it's roughly €36 over 13h 14m, direct, no transfers.
Istanbul to Tarsus: common questions
How long does it take to get from Istanbul to Tarsus?
The most useful route takes about 13h 14m by bus, with no transfer.
How far is Tarsus from Istanbul?
About 688 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Istanbul to Tarsus cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €36. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Istanbul to Tarsus?
On this route you travel with Kamil Koç, Pegasus, Airport shuttle bus.
Can you get from Istanbul to Tarsus without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 13h 14m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Tarsus?
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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