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Journey Information
There are 33 intercity coaches per day from Istanbul to Safranbolu. Traveling by coach from Istanbul to Safranbolu usually takes around 6 hours and 38 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus coach can make the trip in 4 hours and 40 minutes.
| Distance | 194 mi (311 km) |
| Shortest duration | 4h 40m |
| Cheapest price | £12.27 |
| Trips per day | 33 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Coach lines | 1 |
What coach companies travel from Istanbul to Safranbolu?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Istanbul to Safranbolu. FlixBus connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 33 | 6h 38m | £13.91 |
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 33 trips from Istanbul to Safranbolu, and usually makes the trip in about 6 hours and 38 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 6 hours and 38 minutes to cover the 194 miles from Istanbul to Safranbolu. However, the fastest coach only takes 4 hours and 40 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
"Sunday tends to be the busiest day for coaches, as many passengers take the coach to Safranbolu at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Friday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go."
The first coach leaves at 00:00 and the last coach leaves at 23:00. To see the times for all coaches from Istanbul to Safranbolu, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Istanbul?
Main departure station: Esenler Otogarı Otoparkı
Coaches to Safranbolu leave from 3 stations in Istanbul.
All coach stations in Istanbul:
Esenler Otogarı Otoparkı
Alibeykoy
Dudullu Bus Sta
Where does the coach arrive in Safranbolu?
Main arrival station: Barış, Safranbolu Otogarı
All coaches from Istanbul arrive at one main station in Safranbolu.
Coach stations in Safranbolu:
Barış, Safranbolu Otogarı
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