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Journey Information
There are 15 intercity buses per day from Alaplı to Istanbul. Traveling by bus from Alaplı to Istanbul usually takes around 5 hours and 17 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus bus can make the trip in 3 hours and 55 minutes.
| Distance | 126 mi (203 km) |
| Shortest duration | 3h 55m |
| Cheapest price | $18.87 |
| Trips per day | 15 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Alaplı to Istanbul?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Alaplı 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 | 15 | 5h 18m | $18.87 |
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 15 trips from Alaplı to Istanbul, and usually makes the trip in about 5 hours and 18 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 5 hours and 17 minutes to cover the 126 miles from Alaplı to Istanbul. However, the fastest bus only takes 3 hours and 55 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. 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.
Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus to enjoy the weekend in Istanbul. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, 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 1:00am and the last bus leaves at 5:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Alaplı to Istanbul, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Alaplı?
Main departure station: Belediye Terminali Kamil Koç Yezahanesi No:12/c
Most buses depart from the main station in Alaplı.
All bus stations in Alaplı:
Belediye Terminali Kamil Koç Yezahanesi No:12/c
Where does the bus arrive in Istanbul?
Main arrival station: Alibeykoy
Buses arrive in Istanbul at 3 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
All bus stations in Istanbul:
Alibeykoy
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