Mersin to Istanbul
This route connects Mersin with Istanbul by bus, with full details on timetables and prices available below.
Travel options for Mersin to Istanbul
Get from Mersin to Istanbul quickly and affordably with bus for 1750 TRY, covering the journey in only 13 hours.
Bus from Mersin to Istanbul
Catch a bus at Mersin Bus Station and start your journey from Mersin. Services run frequently throughout the day, with the first departure at 08:30, allowing you to pick a departure that suits your schedule. The trip takes around 13 hours, and you'll arrive at multiple stations, including Alibeykoy Bus Station, Istanbul, Istanbul Central Bus Station, Harem Bus Station, Istanbul and others, heading into Istanbul. Fares start from 1,750 TRY, and you can check availability and book your seat here.
Prices: 1,750 TRY
Duration: 13h – 20h ⏱
Bus Routes & Schedules from Mersin to Istanbul
To reach Istanbul by bus from Mersin, several departure and arrival stations are available along the route rather than a single fixed stop. The total travel time depends on the combination of bus stops used, though most services take around 13h to 20h. Buses operate throughout the day within a shared timetable, starting from 08:30 and continuing until 23:58. Ticket prices generally begin at 1,750 to 1,875 TRY and may vary slightly depending on the service and boarding point. Checking the complete bus timetable for Mersin to Istanbul allows you to understand which stations are served, how long each option takes and which departures best fit your travel plans.
Cheapest Bus Mersin to Istanbul
1750 TRY, from Mersin Bus Station to Sultanbeyli Bus Station, Istanbul, departure at 20:30, duration 14hFastest Bus Mersin to Istanbul
1875 TRY, from Mersin Bus Station to Istanbul Central Bus Station, departure at 20:00, duration 13hBus Timetable: Mersin Bus Station → Alibeykoy Bus Station, Istanbul
- 08:30 23:30 15h 1875 TRY
- 09:00 00:00 15h 1875 TRY
- 10:00 02:00 16h 1875 TRY
- 16:00 08:00 16h 1875 TRY
- 16:20 08:20 16h 1875 TRY
- 16:30 07:30 15h 1875 TRY
- 17:00 13:00 20h 1875 TRY
- 18:00 09:00 15h 1875 TRY
- 19:00 10:00 15h 1875 TRY
- 20:00 11:00 15h 1875 TRY
- 20:28 12:28 16h 1875 TRY
- 20:30 12:30 16h 1875 TRY
- 21:00 13:00 16h 1875 TRY
- 22:00 13:00 15h 1875 TRY
- 23:30 16:30 17h 1875 TRY
- 23:58 17:58 18h 1875 TRY
Bus Timetable: Mersin Bus Station → Atasehir Dudullu Bus Station, Istanbul
- 10:00 01:00 15h 1875 TRY
- 16:20 07:20 15h 1875 TRY
- 16:30 06:30 14h 1875 TRY
- 19:00 10:00 15h 1875 TRY
- 20:28 11:28 15h 1875 TRY
- 20:30 11:30 15h 1875 TRY
- 21:00 12:00 15h 1875 TRY
- 23:30 15:30 16h 1875 TRY
Bus Timetable: Mersin Bus Station → Dudullu Castle, Istanbul
- 08:30 22:30 14h 1875 TRY
- 17:00 12:00 19h 1875 TRY
- 18:00 09:00 15h 1875 TRY
Bus Timetable: Mersin Bus Station → Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul
- 17:00 13:00 20h 1875 TRY
Bus Timetable: Mersin Bus Station → Harem Bus Station, Istanbul
- 16:20 07:20 15h 1875 TRY
- 16:30 06:30 14h 1875 TRY
- 19:00 10:00 15h 1875 TRY
- 20:00 10:00 14h 1875 TRY
- 20:28 11:28 15h 1875 TRY
- 23:30 15:30 16h 1875 TRY
Bus Timetable: Mersin Bus Station → Istanbul Central Bus Station
- 08:30 23:30 15h 1875 TRY
- 09:00 01:00 16h 1875 TRY
- 10:00 02:00 16h 1875 TRY
- 16:00 08:00 16h 1875 TRY
- 16:20 09:20 17h 1875 TRY
- 16:30 08:30 16h 1875 TRY
- 18:00 09:00 15h 1875 TRY
- 19:00 10:00 15h 1875 TRY
- 20:00 09:00 13h 1875 TRY
- 20:28 12:28 16h 1875 TRY
- 20:30 13:30 17h 1875 TRY
- 21:00 13:00 16h 1875 TRY
- 22:00 14:00 16h 1875 TRY
- 23:30 16:30 17h 1875 TRY
- 23:58 17:58 18h 1875 TRY
Bus Timetable: Mersin Bus Station → Sultanbeyli Bus Station, Istanbul
- 16:30 06:30 14h 1875 TRY
- 20:30 10:30 14h 1750 TRY
Frequently Asked Questions Mersin to Istanbul
Below you will find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mersin to Istanbul.
How long does the Mersin to Istanbul route usually take by bus?
By bus, the Mersin to Istanbul trip usually takes between 13 and 20 hours. The exact time varies by the Istanbul bus station used and the service chosen, with some routes being noticeably longer than others.
What is the typical price range for the Mersin to Istanbul route?
Bus tickets for the Mersin to Istanbul route cost about 1,750 TRY to 1,875 TRY. The fare range is fairly narrow, so the main difference between options is usually travel time and arrival station rather than price.
Which is the cheapest way to travel from Mersin to Istanbul?
The cheapest available option in the provided data is the bus, with fares starting at 1,750 TRY. No other transport type is listed here, so this is the lowest confirmed price for the Mersin to Istanbul route.
What is the fastest bus option on the Mersin to Istanbul route?
The fastest listed bus service from Mersin to Istanbul takes about 13 hours. It runs from Mersin Bus Station to Istanbul Central Bus Station, which is the shortest duration shown in the available data.
Where do buses leave from and arrive in Istanbul on the Mersin to Istanbul route?
Buses depart from Mersin Bus Station. In Istanbul, arrivals are listed at Alibeykoy Bus Station, Istanbul Central Bus Station, Harem Bus Station, Atasehir Dudullu Bus Station, Sultanbeyli Bus Station, Dudullu Castle, and Esenler Bus Station.
How often do buses run on the Mersin to Istanbul route, and what are the first and last departures?
The schedule shows 51 bus trips on the Mersin to Istanbul route, but no exact frequency in minutes. The first departure is at 08:30 and the last departure is at 23:58.
Are there different bus durations on the Mersin to Istanbul route depending on the arrival station?
Yes. The Mersin to Istanbul bus trip can take about 13 to 20 hours depending on where in Istanbul you arrive. For example, Istanbul Central Bus Station is faster than Alibeykoy Bus Station or Esenler Bus Station in the listed services.
Which Istanbul bus station is used for the shortest Mersin to Istanbul trip?
The shortest listed Mersin to Istanbul bus trip arrives at Istanbul Central Bus Station and takes about 13 hours. Other arrivals, such as Alibeykoy, Harem, Dudullu, and Esenler, have longer or similar but not shorter durations.
How long does the Mersin to Istanbul bus take to Harem Bus Station or Atasehir Dudullu Bus Station?
Both the Mersin to Istanbul trips to Harem Bus Station and Atasehir Dudullu Bus Station take about 14 to 16 hours. These are mid-range options compared with the fastest and slowest bus services in the data.
What should I know about the Mersin to Istanbul bus to Esenler Bus Station?
The listed bus from Mersin Bus Station to Esenler Bus Station takes about 20 hours, which is the longest duration shown. The fare still falls within the same overall bus price range of 1,750 TRY to 1,875 TRY.
Is there a direct booking option for the Mersin to Istanbul route?
For booking the Mersin to Istanbul route, use TicketRoutes.com. The available data here only confirms bus services, so that is the practical place to check current tickets and departure details.
What is the longest bus journey on the Mersin to Istanbul route?
The longest listed bus journey from Mersin to Istanbul is to Esenler Bus Station, taking about 20 hours. Another long option is Alibeykoy Bus Station, which can also take up to about 20 hours.
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