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Compare all timetables for the bus from Mersin to Istanbul

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Mersin to Istanbul from various bus operators like FlixBus, Metro Turizm or Kamil Koc for the next days.

today
£24
tomorrow
£25
Thursday
£25
Friday
£23
Saturday
£22
Sunday
£26
Monday
£26

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Kamil Koc 13h 45m 12:00 Mersin Central Station 01:45 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station  Economy £24
Kamil Koc 15h 45m 17:30 Mersin Central Station 09:15 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station  Economy £24
Kamil Koc 13h 45m 23:00 Mersin Central Station 12:45 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station  Economy £24

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 13h 45m 12:00 Mersin Yeni Otogar 01:45 Istanbul Otogar Coach Station  Economy £25
FlixBus 13h 45m 23:00 Mersin Yeni Otogar 12:45 Istanbul Otogar Coach Station  Economy £25
FlixBus 13h 25m 12:00 Mersin Yeni Otogar 01:25 Istanbul Alibeyköy Otogarı  Economy £25
Metro Turizm 16h 30m 22:30 Mersin Yeni Otogar 15:00 Istanbul Otogar Coach Station  Economy £26
Metro Turizm 14h 30m 23:00 Mersin Yeni Otogar 13:30 Istanbul Otogar Coach Station  Economy £26

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 13h 45m 12:00 Mersin Yeni Otogar 01:45 Istanbul Otogar Coach Station  Economy £25
FlixBus 15h 45m 17:30 Mersin Yeni Otogar 09:15 Istanbul Otogar Coach Station  Economy £25
FlixBus 13h 45m 23:00 Mersin Yeni Otogar 12:45 Istanbul Otogar Coach Station  Economy £25
Metro Turizm 16h 30m 22:30 Mersin Yeni Otogar 15:00 Istanbul Otogar Coach Station  Economy £26
Metro Turizm 14h 30m 23:00 Mersin Yeni Otogar 13:30 Istanbul Otogar Coach Station  Economy £26

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 13h 45m 12:00 Mersin Yeni Otogar 01:45 Istanbul Otogar Coach Station  Economy £23
FlixBus 13h 45m 23:00 Mersin Yeni Otogar 12:45 Istanbul Otogar Coach Station  Economy £23
FlixBus 13h 25m 12:00 Mersin Yeni Otogar 01:25 Istanbul Alibeyköy Otogarı  Economy £23
Metro Turizm 16h 30m 22:30 Mersin Yeni Otogar 15:00 Istanbul Otogar Coach Station  Economy £26
Metro Turizm 14h 30m 23:00 Mersin Yeni Otogar 13:30 Istanbul Otogar Coach Station  Economy £26

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Kamil Koc 13h 45m 12:00 Mersin Central Station 01:45 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station  Economy £22
Kamil Koc 15h 45m 17:30 Mersin Central Station 09:15 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station  Economy £22
Metro Turizm 16h 0m 22:30 Mersin Yeni Otogar 14:30 Istanbul Alibeyköy Otogarı  Economy £26
Metro Turizm 14h 0m 23:00 Mersin Yeni Otogar 13:00 Istanbul Alibeyköy Otogarı  Economy £26
FlixBus 13h 25m 12:00 Mersin Yeni Otogar 01:25 Istanbul Alibeyköy Otogarı  Economy £27

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Metro Turizm 14h 0m 23:00 Mersin Yeni Otogar 13:00 Istanbul Alibeyköy Otogarı  Economy £26
Metro Turizm 14h 30m 23:00 Mersin Yeni Otogar 13:30 Istanbul Otogar Coach Station  Economy £26
FlixBus 12h 0m 12:00 Mersin Yeni Otogar 00:00 Istanbul Dudullu Coach Station  Economy £28
FlixBus 12h 15m 23:00 Mersin Yeni Otogar 11:15 Istanbul Dudullu Coach Station  Economy £28
FlixBus 13h 25m 12:00 Mersin Yeni Otogar 01:25 Istanbul Alibeyköy Otogarı  Economy £28

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Metro Turizm 14h 0m 23:00 Mersin Yeni Otogar 13:00 Istanbul Alibeyköy Otogarı  Economy £26
Metro Turizm 14h 30m 23:00 Mersin Yeni Otogar 13:30 Istanbul Otogar Coach Station  Economy £26
FlixBus 12h 0m 12:00 Mersin Yeni Otogar 00:00 Istanbul Dudullu Coach Station  Economy £28
FlixBus 13h 35m 17:30 Mersin Yeni Otogar 07:05 Istanbul Dudullu Coach Station  Economy £28
FlixBus 12h 15m 23:00 Mersin Yeni Otogar 11:15 Istanbul Dudullu Coach Station  Economy £28

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Mersin to Istanbul is £19 on 03/11/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Mersin and Istanbul

See here how frequent the connections between Mersin and Istanbul are, during different times and days of the week.
Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 16 daily coaches from Mersin to Istanbul. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Mersin and Istanbul.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 39 coaches from Mersin to Istanbul, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Mersin and Istanbul, with 29 offers.

Facts about coaches from Mersin to Istanbul

Compare all providers like FlixBus, Metro Turizm and Kamil Koc that travel 9 times every day by bus from Mersin to Istanbul in one click! Book your bus ticket from Mersin to Istanbul starting from £19!

Cheapest Bus £19
Fastest Bus 11h 59m
Earliest Coach 12:00
Latest Coach 23:00
Daily Bus Connections 9 Ø
Distance 676.3 km
Coach Companies FlixBus, Metro Turizm and Kamil Koc

Cheapest coach connections from Mersin to Istanbul

Every day, 9 buses from 3 coach companies leave Mersin for Istanbul: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 03/11/2026 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 02/11
Tuesday 03/11
£19
Wednesday 04/11
£22
Thursday 05/11
£27
Friday 06/11
£19
Saturday 07/11
£28
Sunday 08/11
£26
Monday 09/11
£26
Tuesday 10/11
£26
Wednesday 11/11
£19
Thursday 12/11
£28
Friday 13/11
Saturday 14/11
£31
Sunday 15/11
£22
Monday 16/11
£31
Tuesday 17/11
£22
Wednesday 18/11
£19
Thursday 19/11
£19
Friday 20/11
£26
Saturday 21/11
£19
Sunday 22/11
Monday 23/11
£19
Tuesday 24/11
£30
Wednesday 25/11
£19
Thursday 26/11
£19
Friday 27/11
£26
Saturday 28/11
£27
Sunday 29/11

The cheapest time to travel from Mersin to Istanbul

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Mersin to Istanbul, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £19, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Mersin to Istanbul. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £22.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Mersin to Istanbul, with £22. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £22.

How to save money travelling from Mersin to Istanbul

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Mersin to Istanbul in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Mersin to Istanbul, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Mersin to Istanbul are also emptier.

Latest reviews for coach companies on the route Mersin - Istanbul

Köksallar Turizm
Dersu, 01/09/2026
Berbat bir yolculuk oldu. 12 saatlik yolu 15 saatte aldık. Neredeyse köylere dahi girecekti. Çok kirli ve kaloriferi bozuk olduğundan yaz günü sıcak hava ile terleyerek yolculuk yaptık. Söylediğimiz d ... Berbat bir yolculuk oldu. 12 saatlik yolu 15 saatte aldık. Neredeyse köylere dahi girecekti. Çok kirli ve kaloriferi bozuk olduğundan yaz günü sıcak hava ile terleyerek yolculuk yaptık. Söylediğimiz de akşam bu sıcaklığı arayacaksınız gibi lakayt bir ifade söylendi.

All bus stations and stops in Mersin and Istanbul

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Mersin and Istanbul.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Mersin to Istanbul? Compare all modes of transports from Mersin to Istanbul.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Mersin to Istanbul

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Mersin to Istanbul? Or which bus companies serve the route Mersin to Istanbul? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Mersin to Istanbul bus

How much does a Mersin - Istanbul coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Mersin - Istanbul bus trip is available from £19 and takes 13h 45m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Mersin to Istanbul?

The connection Mersin to Istanbul is offered by 3 companies with ticket prices ranging from £19 to £28. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

How many connections are available for the Mersin - Istanbul route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Mersin to Istanbul is offered by roughly 9 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Istanbul from Mersin take?

The quickest coach from Mersin to Istanbul is provided by FlixBus and takes 11h 59m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £27. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Mersin to Istanbul?

The earliest bus to Istanbul departs from Mersin at 12:00. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Mersin to Istanbul?

The latest bus to Istanbul departs from Mersin at 23:00. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Mersin - Istanbul route?

Passengers looking to travel from Mersin to Istanbul can travel with FlixBus, Metro Turizm and Kamil Koc. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Mersin and Istanbul?

You can check all the direct connections between Mersin and Istanbul by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus, Metro Turizm and Kamil Koc.

What can I take with me on the bus to Istanbul from Mersin?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Mersin Istanbul bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Mersin Istanbul bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Mersin to Istanbul on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Mersin to Istanbul?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 9 daily trips between Mersin and Istanbul. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Mersin to Istanbul?

Prices and availability for 9 trips between Mersin and Istanbul change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Mersin to Istanbul

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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