Bus Tarsus to Istanbul: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Tarsus to Istanbul

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

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$37

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Metro Turizm	13h 0m	9:45 PM	Tarsus	Bus Stop	10:45 AM	Istanbul	Otogar Bus Station	Economy	$37	A Bus from Metro Turizm goes from Bus Stop, Tarsus (Turkey) at 9/12/2026 9:45:00 PM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 9/13/2026 10:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $37 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 0m
Metro Turizm	13h 45m	11:45 PM	Tarsus	Bus Stop	1:30 PM	Istanbul	Otogar Bus Station	Economy	$37	A Bus from Metro Turizm goes from Bus Stop, Tarsus (Turkey) at 9/12/2026 11:45:00 PM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 9/13/2026 1:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $37 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 45m
Kamil Koc	13h 15m	12:30 PM	Tarsus	Bus Stop	1:45 AM	Istanbul	Esenler Bus Station	Economy	$41	A Bus from Kamil Koc goes from Bus Stop, Tarsus (Turkey) at 9/12/2026 12:30:00 PM to Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 9/13/2026 1:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $41 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 15m
Kamil Koc	14h 35m	6:00 PM	Tarsus	Bus Stop	8:35 AM	Istanbul	Esenler Bus Station	Economy	$41	A Bus from Kamil Koc goes from Bus Stop, Tarsus (Turkey) at 9/12/2026 6:00:00 PM to Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 9/13/2026 8:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $41 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 35m
FlixBus	12h 55m	12:30 PM	Tarsus	Bus Stop	1:25 AM	Istanbul	Alibeyköy Otogarı	Economy	$43	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Stop, Tarsus (Turkey) at 9/12/2026 12:30:00 PM to Alibeyköy Otogarı, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 9/13/2026 1:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $43 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 55m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Metro Turizm	13h 0m	9:45 PM	Tarsus	Bus Stop	10:45 AM	Istanbul	Otogar Bus Station	Economy	$37	A Bus from Metro Turizm goes from Bus Stop, Tarsus (Turkey) at 9/14/2026 9:45:00 PM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 9/15/2026 10:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $37 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 0m
Metro Turizm	13h 45m	11:45 PM	Tarsus	Bus Stop	1:30 PM	Istanbul	Otogar Bus Station	Economy	$37	A Bus from Metro Turizm goes from Bus Stop, Tarsus (Turkey) at 9/14/2026 11:45:00 PM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 9/15/2026 1:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $37 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 45m
Kamil Koc	13h 15m	12:30 PM	Tarsus	Bus Stop	1:45 AM	Istanbul	Esenler Bus Station	Economy	$41	A Bus from Kamil Koc goes from Bus Stop, Tarsus (Turkey) at 9/14/2026 12:30:00 PM to Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 9/15/2026 1:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $41 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 15m
Kamil Koc	14h 35m	6:00 PM	Tarsus	Bus Stop	8:35 AM	Istanbul	Esenler Bus Station	Economy	$41	A Bus from Kamil Koc goes from Bus Stop, Tarsus (Turkey) at 9/14/2026 6:00:00 PM to Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 9/15/2026 8:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $41 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 35m
FlixBus	12h 55m	12:30 PM	Tarsus	Bus Stop	1:25 AM	Istanbul	Alibeyköy Otogarı	Economy	$43	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Stop, Tarsus (Turkey) at 9/14/2026 12:30:00 PM to Alibeyköy Otogarı, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 9/15/2026 1:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $43 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 55m

Frequency of bus connections between Tarsus and Istanbul

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

Monday is the busiest day, with more than 18 daily buses from Tarsus to Istanbul. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 18 daily coaches between Tarsus and Istanbul.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 28 buses from Tarsus to Istanbul, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Tarsus and Istanbul, with 8 offers.

Test cheapest views

The cheapest bus for the 9/13/2026 costs just $31, from Metro Turizm

Facts about the bus from Tarsus to Istanbul

Compare all providers like FlixBus, Metro Turizm and Kamil Koc that travel 18 times every day by bus from Tarsus to Istanbul in one click! Book your bus ticket from Tarsus to Istanbul starting from $31!

Cheapest Bus	$31
Fastest Bus	11h 0m
Earliest Bus	12:30 PM
Latest Bus	11:45 PM
Daily Bus Routes	18 Ø
Distance	425.3 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus, Metro Turizm and Kamil Koc

Cheapest bus connections from Tarsus to Istanbul

Every day, 18 buses from 3 bus companies leave Tarsus for Istanbul: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 09/08/2026 and for the following days.

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Monday

Tuesday

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Sunday 09/06

Monday 09/07

Tuesday 09/08

$39

Wednesday 09/09

$34

Thursday 09/10

Friday 09/11

$34

Saturday 09/12

$36

Sunday 09/13

$31

Monday 09/14

$41

Tuesday 09/15

$34

Wednesday 09/16

Thursday 09/17

Friday 09/18

Saturday 09/19

Sunday 09/20

$34

Monday 09/21

$33

Tuesday 09/22

$39

Wednesday 09/23

Thursday 09/24

Friday 09/25

Saturday 09/26

Sunday 09/27

$37

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Tuesday 09/29

Wednesday 09/30

Thursday 10/01

Friday 10/02

Saturday 10/03

The cheapest time to travel from Tarsus to Istanbul

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

With a price starting from $33, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Tarsus to Istanbul. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $36.

Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Tarsus to Istanbul, with $37. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $41.

How to save money travelling from Tarsus 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 Tarsus 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 Tarsus 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 Tarsus to Istanbul are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Tarsus and Istanbul

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

Bus Stop

Adana Bulvarı

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 Tarsus to Istanbul

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

FAQs about the Tarsus to Istanbul bus

How much does a Tarsus Istanbul bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $31 and takes 13h 0m to reach Istanbul. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 3 companies with a range of ticket prices between $31 and $43. 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 Tarsus to Istanbul each day?

Every day, the Tarsus to Istanbul bus route is served by approximately 18 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Tarsus to Istanbul is offered by Metro Turizm and takes 11h 0m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $37. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Tarsus to Istanbul?

The earliest bus arriving in Istanbul from Tarsus starts at 12:30 PM. 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 Tarsus to Istanbul?

The latest bus trip departing from Tarsus for Istanbul starts at 11:45 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 Tarsus Istanbul route?

When traveling by bus from Tarsus to Istanbul, passengers can travel with FlixBus, Metro Turizm 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 Tarsus and Istanbul?

You can check all the direct connections between Tarsus 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: FlixBus, Metro Turizm and Kamil Koc.

What can I take with me on the Tarsus 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 Tarsus 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 Tarsus 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 Tarsus to Istanbul on your planned travel date.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Tarsus and to Istanbul

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