Bus Kayseri to Istanbul: Compare prices and save money

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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Kayseri to Istanbul from various bus operators like Metro Turizm, FlixBus or Kamil Koc for the next days.

today

$38

tomorrow

$38

Wednesday

$38

Thursday

$38

Friday

$38

Saturday

Sunday

$38

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	12h 15m	2:30 AM	Kayseri	Terminali	2:45 PM	Istanbul	Otogar Bus Station	Economy	$38	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Terminali, Kayseri (Turkey) at 9/7/2026 2:30:00 AM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 9/7/2026 2:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 15m
FlixBus	12h 0m	2:30 AM	Kayseri	Terminali	2:30 PM	Istanbul	Alibeyköy Otogarı	Economy	$38	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Terminali, Kayseri (Turkey) at 9/7/2026 2:30:00 AM to Alibeyköy Otogarı, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 9/7/2026 2:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 0m
Kamil Koc	12h 15m	9:30 AM	Kayseri	Terminali	9:45 PM	Istanbul	Esenler Bus Station	Economy	$38	A Bus from Kamil Koc goes from Terminali, Kayseri (Turkey) at 9/7/2026 9:30:00 AM to Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 9/7/2026 9:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 15m
Kamil Koc	13h 35m	11:30 AM	Kayseri	Terminali	1:05 AM	Istanbul	Esenler Bus Station	Economy	$38	A Bus from Kamil Koc goes from Terminali, Kayseri (Turkey) at 9/7/2026 11:30:00 AM to Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 9/8/2026 1:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 35m
Metro Turizm	12h 30m	3:00 AM	Kayseri	Melikgazi	3:30 PM	Istanbul	Otogar Bus Station	Economy	$39	A Bus from Metro Turizm goes from Melikgazi, Kayseri (Turkey) at 9/7/2026 3:00:00 AM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 9/7/2026 3:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $39 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 30m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Kamil Koc	12h 15m	2:30 AM	Kayseri	Terminali	2:45 PM	Istanbul	Esenler Bus Station	Economy	$38	A Bus from Kamil Koc goes from Terminali, Kayseri (Turkey) at 9/8/2026 2:30:00 AM to Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 9/8/2026 2:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 15m
Kamil Koc	12h 15m	9:30 AM	Kayseri	Terminali	9:45 PM	Istanbul	Esenler Bus Station	Economy	$38	A Bus from Kamil Koc goes from Terminali, Kayseri (Turkey) at 9/8/2026 9:30:00 AM to Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 9/8/2026 9:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 15m
Metro Turizm	14h 0m	1:30 AM	Kayseri	Melikgazi	3:30 PM	Istanbul	Otogar Bus Station	Economy	$40	A Bus from Metro Turizm goes from Melikgazi, Kayseri (Turkey) at 9/8/2026 1:30:00 AM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 9/8/2026 3:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 0m
Metro Turizm	12h 30m	3:00 AM	Kayseri	Melikgazi	3:30 PM	Istanbul	Otogar Bus Station	Economy	$40	A Bus from Metro Turizm goes from Melikgazi, Kayseri (Turkey) at 9/8/2026 3:00:00 AM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 9/8/2026 3:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 30m
FlixBus	12h 45m	11:00 PM	Kayseri	Terminali	11:45 AM	Istanbul	Otogar Bus Station	Economy	$40	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Terminali, Kayseri (Turkey) at 9/8/2026 11:00:00 PM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 9/9/2026 11:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Kamil Koc	12h 15m	2:30 AM	Kayseri	Terminali	2:45 PM	Istanbul	Esenler Bus Station	Economy	$38	A Bus from Kamil Koc goes from Terminali, Kayseri (Turkey) at 9/9/2026 2:30:00 AM to Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 9/9/2026 2:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 15m
Kamil Koc	12h 15m	9:30 AM	Kayseri	Terminali	9:45 PM	Istanbul	Esenler Bus Station	Economy	$38	A Bus from Kamil Koc goes from Terminali, Kayseri (Turkey) at 9/9/2026 9:30:00 AM to Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 9/9/2026 9:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 15m
Metro Turizm	13h 15m	1:30 AM	Kayseri	Melikgazi	2:45 PM	Istanbul	Alibeyköy Otogarı	Economy	$40	A Bus from Metro Turizm goes from Melikgazi, Kayseri (Turkey) at 9/9/2026 1:30:00 AM to Alibeyköy Otogarı, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 9/9/2026 2:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 15m
Metro Turizm	12h 0m	3:00 AM	Kayseri	Melikgazi	3:00 PM	Istanbul	Alibeyköy Otogarı	Economy	$40	A Bus from Metro Turizm goes from Melikgazi, Kayseri (Turkey) at 9/9/2026 3:00:00 AM to Alibeyköy Otogarı, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 9/9/2026 3:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 0m
FlixBus	12h 45m	11:00 PM	Kayseri	Terminali	11:45 AM	Istanbul	Otogar Bus Station	Economy	$40	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Terminali, Kayseri (Turkey) at 9/9/2026 11:00:00 PM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 9/10/2026 11:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Kamil Koc	12h 15m	2:30 AM	Kayseri	Terminali	2:45 PM	Istanbul	Esenler Bus Station	Economy	$38	A Bus from Kamil Koc goes from Terminali, Kayseri (Turkey) at 9/10/2026 2:30:00 AM to Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 9/10/2026 2:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 15m
Kamil Koc	12h 15m	9:30 AM	Kayseri	Terminali	9:45 PM	Istanbul	Esenler Bus Station	Economy	$38	A Bus from Kamil Koc goes from Terminali, Kayseri (Turkey) at 9/10/2026 9:30:00 AM to Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 9/10/2026 9:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 15m
FlixBus	12h 0m	2:30 AM	Kayseri	Terminali	2:30 PM	Istanbul	Alibeyköy Otogarı	Economy	$39	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Terminali, Kayseri (Turkey) at 9/10/2026 2:30:00 AM to Alibeyköy Otogarı, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 9/10/2026 2:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $39 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 0m
FlixBus	12h 0m	9:30 AM	Kayseri	Terminali	9:30 PM	Istanbul	Alibeyköy Otogarı	Economy	$39	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Terminali, Kayseri (Turkey) at 9/10/2026 9:30:00 AM to Alibeyköy Otogarı, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 9/10/2026 9:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $39 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 0m
Metro Turizm	14h 0m	1:30 AM	Kayseri	Melikgazi	3:30 PM	Istanbul	Otogar Bus Station	Economy	$40	A Bus from Metro Turizm goes from Melikgazi, Kayseri (Turkey) at 9/10/2026 1:30:00 AM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 9/10/2026 3:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 0m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Kamil Koc	12h 15m	2:30 AM	Kayseri	Terminali	2:45 PM	Istanbul	Esenler Bus Station	Economy	$38	A Bus from Kamil Koc goes from Terminali, Kayseri (Turkey) at 9/11/2026 2:30:00 AM to Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 9/11/2026 2:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 15m
Kamil Koc	12h 15m	9:30 AM	Kayseri	Terminali	9:45 PM	Istanbul	Esenler Bus Station	Economy	$38	A Bus from Kamil Koc goes from Terminali, Kayseri (Turkey) at 9/11/2026 9:30:00 AM to Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 9/11/2026 9:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 15m
Metro Turizm	14h 0m	1:30 AM	Kayseri	Melikgazi	3:30 PM	Istanbul	Otogar Bus Station	Economy	$40	A Bus from Metro Turizm goes from Melikgazi, Kayseri (Turkey) at 9/11/2026 1:30:00 AM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 9/11/2026 3:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 0m
Metro Turizm	12h 30m	3:00 AM	Kayseri	Melikgazi	3:30 PM	Istanbul	Otogar Bus Station	Economy	$40	A Bus from Metro Turizm goes from Melikgazi, Kayseri (Turkey) at 9/11/2026 3:00:00 AM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 9/11/2026 3:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 30m
FlixBus	12h 45m	11:00 PM	Kayseri	Terminali	11:45 AM	Istanbul	Otogar Bus Station	Economy	$40	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Terminali, Kayseri (Turkey) at 9/11/2026 11:00:00 PM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 9/12/2026 11:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Kamil Koc	12h 15m	2:30 AM	Kayseri	Terminali	2:45 PM	Istanbul	Esenler Bus Station	Economy	$38	A Bus from Kamil Koc goes from Terminali, Kayseri (Turkey) at 9/13/2026 2:30:00 AM to Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 9/13/2026 2:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 15m
Kamil Koc	12h 15m	9:30 AM	Kayseri	Terminali	9:45 PM	Istanbul	Esenler Bus Station	Economy	$38	A Bus from Kamil Koc goes from Terminali, Kayseri (Turkey) at 9/13/2026 9:30:00 AM to Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 9/13/2026 9:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 15m
Metro Turizm	14h 0m	1:30 AM	Kayseri	Melikgazi	3:30 PM	Istanbul	Otogar Bus Station	Economy	$40	A Bus from Metro Turizm goes from Melikgazi, Kayseri (Turkey) at 9/13/2026 1:30:00 AM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 9/13/2026 3:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 0m
Metro Turizm	12h 30m	3:00 AM	Kayseri	Melikgazi	3:30 PM	Istanbul	Otogar Bus Station	Economy	$40	A Bus from Metro Turizm goes from Melikgazi, Kayseri (Turkey) at 9/13/2026 3:00:00 AM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 9/13/2026 3:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 30m
FlixBus	12h 0m	2:30 AM	Kayseri	Terminali	2:30 PM	Istanbul	Alibeyköy Otogarı	Economy	$40	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Terminali, Kayseri (Turkey) at 9/13/2026 2:30:00 AM to Alibeyköy Otogarı, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 9/13/2026 2:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 0m

Frequency of bus connections between Kayseri and Istanbul

See here how frequent the connections between Kayseri and Istanbul are, during different times and days of the week.

Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 60 daily buses from Kayseri to Istanbul. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 54 daily coaches between Kayseri and Istanbul.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 136 buses from Kayseri to Istanbul, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Kayseri and Istanbul, with 60 offers.

Test cheapest views

The cheapest bus for the 9/7/2026 costs just $38, from FlixBus

Facts about the bus from Kayseri to Istanbul

Compare all providers like Metro Turizm, FlixBus and Kamil Koc that travel 57 times every day by bus from Kayseri to Istanbul in one click! Book your bus ticket from Kayseri to Istanbul starting from $38!

Cheapest Bus	$38
Fastest Bus	9h 15m
Earliest Bus	2:30 AM
Latest Bus	11:59 PM
Daily Bus Routes	57 Ø
Distance	379.7 miles
Bus Companies	Metro Turizm, FlixBus and Kamil Koc

Cheapest bus connections from Kayseri to Istanbul

Every day, 57 buses from 3 bus companies leave Kayseri for Istanbul: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 09/07/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 09/06

Monday 09/07

$38

Tuesday 09/08

$38

Wednesday 09/09

$38

Thursday 09/10

$38

Friday 09/11

$38

Saturday 09/12

$38

Sunday 09/13

$38

Monday 09/14

$38

Tuesday 09/15

$38

Wednesday 09/16

$38

Thursday 09/17

$39

Friday 09/18

$38

Saturday 09/19

$38

Sunday 09/20

$38

Monday 09/21

$38

Tuesday 09/22

$39

Wednesday 09/23

Thursday 09/24

$38

Friday 09/25

$38

Saturday 09/26

$38

Sunday 09/27

$38

Monday 09/28

Tuesday 09/29

Wednesday 09/30

$39

Thursday 10/01

Friday 10/02

Saturday 10/03

The cheapest time to travel from Kayseri to Istanbul

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Kayseri to Istanbul, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $38, Sunday is the cheapest day for a bus from Kayseri to Istanbul. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $38.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Kayseri to Istanbul, with $38. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $38.

How to save money travelling from Kayseri to Istanbul

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Kayseri to Istanbul in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Kayseri to Istanbul, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Kayseri to Istanbul are also emptier.

Latest reviews for bus companies on the route Kayseri - Istanbul

Dilara, 10/10/2025

Kesinlikle berbat bir yolculuk sakın biletinizi bu otobüsten yana yapmayın, paranın kuruşunu hak etmiyorsunuz

Ethem , 8/25/2025

B0001VBSU PNR KODLU,25.08.2025 09:00 Kayseri-Istanbul,31NOLU KOLTUK ta yolculuk yaptım internetteki yolculuk süresi 11.50 dakika gösteriyor an itibari ile saat 22.00 oldu halen çamlıca gişelerindenyiz ... B0001VBSU PNR KODLU,25.08.2025 09:00 Kayseri-Istanbul,31NOLU KOLTUK ta yolculuk yaptım internetteki yolculuk süresi 11.50 dakika gösteriyor an itibari ile saat 22.00 oldu halen çamlıca gişelerindenyiz! Esenler otogara varmak için dudullu ve alibeyköy yolcularını indirecek yani bi 2 saat daha yolculuğumuz sürecek gibi toplamda 15 saat, ilk ve son yolculuğum bu firma ile kesinlikle tavsiye etmiyorum. Ayrıca otobüs çok eski hijyen sıfır

Perihan, 7/14/2025

Otobüs koltuğuna sakız yapıştırılmış vaziyette bulduk. Oturduğumuzda bunu hissetmemiştim fakat kalkınca fark ettim. Zaten koltuk aralarında da çöpler kırıntılar vardı. Asla temizlik açısından uygun de ... Otobüs koltuğuna sakız yapıştırılmış vaziyette bulduk. Oturduğumuzda bunu hissetmemiştim fakat kalkınca fark ettim. Zaten koltuk aralarında da çöpler kırıntılar vardı. Asla temizlik açısından uygun degil. Kimseye de öneriyorum. Bir daha da tercih etmem kimseye de ettirmem!

All bus stations and stops in Kayseri and Istanbul

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Kayseri and Istanbul.

Terminali

Central bus station

Osman Kavuncu Bulvarı

Ercİyes Ski Resort

Melikgazi

Alibeyköy Otogarı

Güzeltepe, Fatih Sultan Mehmet Blv 18

Dudullu Bus Station

Kible Sokak 38

Esenler Bus Station

Altıntepsi

Otogar Bus Station

Altıntepsi Mahallesi Bayrampasa-Istanbul

Samandira Bus Station

Tuna Cd 4

Service and Comfort on the bus from Kayseri to Istanbul

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Kayseri to Istanbul? Or which bus companies serve the route Kayseri to Istanbul? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Kayseri to Istanbul bus

How much does a Kayseri Istanbul bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $38 and takes 12h 15m to reach Istanbul. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Kayseri to Istanbul?

This route is offered by 3 companies with a range of ticket prices between $38 and $42. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Istanbul.

On average, how many connections are available from Kayseri to Istanbul each day?

Every day, the Kayseri to Istanbul bus route is served by approximately 57 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Kayseri to Istanbul take?

The fastest bus from Kayseri to Istanbul is offered by Metro Turizm and takes 9h 15m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $40. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Kayseri to Istanbul?

The earliest bus arriving in Istanbul from Kayseri starts at 2:30 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Kayseri to Istanbul?

The latest bus trip departing from Kayseri for Istanbul starts at 11:59 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Kayseri Istanbul route?

When traveling by bus from Kayseri to Istanbul, passengers can travel with Metro Turizm, FlixBus and Kamil Koc. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Kayseri and Istanbul?

You can check all the direct connections between Kayseri and Istanbul by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Metro Turizm, FlixBus and Kamil Koc.

What can I take with me on the Kayseri to Istanbul bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Kayseri Istanbul bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Kayseri Istanbul bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Kayseri to Istanbul on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Kayseri to Istanbul

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Kayseri and to Istanbul

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Kayseri and to Istanbul. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!