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Journey Information
There are 15 intercity buses per day from Istanbul to Göreme. Traveling by bus from Istanbul to Göreme usually takes around 11 hours and 12 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus bus can make the trip in 8 hours and 40 minutes.
| Distance | 351 mi (565 km) |
| Shortest duration | 8h 40m |
| Cheapest price | $19.96 |
| Trips per day | 15 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Bus lines | 1 |
How much is a bus ticket from Istanbul to Göreme?
Bus tickets for a trip from Istanbul to Göreme cost $28.99 on average. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
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What bus companies travel from Istanbul to Göreme?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Istanbul to Göreme. 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 | 11h 12m | $32.26 |
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 Istanbul to Göreme, and usually makes the trip in about 11 hours and 12 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 11 hours and 12 minutes to cover the 351 miles from Istanbul to Göreme. However, the fastest bus only takes 8 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 bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Göreme, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
The first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Istanbul to Göreme, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
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Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Istanbul?
Main departure station: Dudullu Bus Sta
Buses to Göreme leave from 3 stations in Istanbul.
All bus stations in Istanbul:
Dudullu Bus Sta
Alibeykoy
Esenler Otogarı Otoparkı
Where does the bus arrive in Göreme?
Main arrival station: Avcılar Mah.
All buses from Istanbul arrive at one main station in Göreme.
All bus stations in Göreme:
Avcılar Mah.
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