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Journey Information
There are 115 intercity buses per day from Bolu to Istanbul. Traveling by bus from Bolu to Istanbul usually takes around 4 hours and 55 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus bus can make the trip in 3 hours and 25 minutes.
| Distance | 139 mi (223 km) |
| Shortest duration | 3h 25m |
| Cheapest price | €13.98 |
| Trips per day | 115 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Bolu to Istanbul?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Bolu to Istanbul. FlixBus connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 115 | 4h 56m | €13.98 |
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 115 trips from Bolu to Istanbul, and usually makes the trip in about 4 hours and 56 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 bus takes an average of 4 hours and 55 minutes to cover the 223 kilometers from Bolu to Istanbul. However, the fastest bus only takes 3 hours and 25 minutes. In other words, you'll have plenty of time to rest and relax on the road. Keep in mind that your actual bus 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 buses, as many passengers take the bus to Istanbul 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, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week."
The first bus leaves at 00:00 and the last bus leaves at 22:00. To see the times for all buses from Bolu to Istanbul, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Bolu?
Main departure station: Paşaköy Mevkı D-100 Karayolu Yanı
Most buses depart from the main station in Bolu.
All bus stations in Bolu:
Paşaköy Mevkı D-100 Karayolu Yanı
Where does the bus arrive in Istanbul?
Main arrival station: Esenler Otogarı Otoparkı
Buses arrive in Istanbul at 3 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
Bus stations in Istanbul:
Esenler Otogarı Otoparkı
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