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Compare all timetables for the bus from Rize to Istanbul

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

today
$35
tomorrow
$33
Sunday
$38
Monday
$38
Tuesday
$38
Wednesday
$38
Thursday
$38

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Metro Turizm 19h 0m 6:00 PM Rize Central Bus Station 1:00 PM Istanbul Otogar Bus Station  Economy $35
Metro Turizm 18h 30m 6:00 PM Rize Central Bus Station 12:30 PM Istanbul Alibeyköy Otogarı  Economy $35
Kamil Koc 20h 25m 1:00 PM Rize Central Bus Station 9:25 AM Istanbul Esenler Bus Station  Economy $39
Kamil Koc 18h 35m 6:00 PM Rize Central Bus Station 12:35 PM Istanbul Esenler Bus Station  Economy $39
FlixBus 18h 50m 1:00 PM Rize Central Bus Station 7:50 AM Istanbul Dudullu Bus Station  Economy $40

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Metro Turizm 15h 0m 7:00 PM Rize Central Bus Station 10:00 AM Istanbul Samandira Bus Station  Economy $33
Lüks Artvin Seyahat 17h 45m 2:00 PM Rize Central Bus Station 7:45 AM Istanbul Dudullu Bus Station  Basic $34
Metro Turizm 17h 30m 6:00 PM Rize Central Bus Station 11:30 AM Istanbul Samandira Bus Station  Economy $35
Kamil Koc 20h 25m 1:00 PM Rize Central Bus Station 9:25 AM Istanbul Esenler Bus Station  Economy $39
Kamil Koc 18h 35m 6:00 PM Rize Central Bus Station 12:35 PM Istanbul Esenler Bus Station  Economy $39

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Metro Turizm 18h 30m 6:00 PM Rize Central Bus Station 12:30 PM Istanbul Alibeyköy Otogarı  Economy $38
Metro Turizm 19h 0m 6:00 PM Rize Central Bus Station 1:00 PM Istanbul Otogar Bus Station  Economy $38
Kamil Koc 20h 25m 1:00 PM Rize Central Bus Station 9:25 AM Istanbul Esenler Bus Station  Economy $39
Kamil Koc 18h 35m 6:00 PM Rize Central Bus Station 12:35 PM Istanbul Esenler Bus Station  Economy $39
FlixBus 20h 5m 1:00 PM Rize Central Bus Station 9:05 AM Istanbul Alibeyköy Otogarı  Economy $40

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Metro Turizm 19h 0m 6:00 PM Rize Central Bus Station 1:00 PM Istanbul Otogar Bus Station  Economy $38
Metro Turizm 18h 30m 6:00 PM Rize Central Bus Station 12:30 PM Istanbul Alibeyköy Otogarı  Economy $38
Kamil Koc 20h 25m 1:00 PM Rize Central Bus Station 9:25 AM Istanbul Esenler Bus Station  Economy $39
Kamil Koc 18h 35m 6:00 PM Rize Central Bus Station 12:35 PM Istanbul Esenler Bus Station  Economy $39
FlixBus 20h 5m 1:00 PM Rize Central Bus Station 9:05 AM Istanbul Alibeyköy Otogarı  Economy $40

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Metro Turizm 19h 0m 6:00 PM Rize Central Bus Station 1:00 PM Istanbul Otogar Bus Station  Economy $38
Metro Turizm 18h 30m 6:00 PM Rize Central Bus Station 12:30 PM Istanbul Alibeyköy Otogarı  Economy $38
Kamil Koc 20h 25m 1:00 PM Rize Central Bus Station 9:25 AM Istanbul Esenler Bus Station  Economy $39
Kamil Koc 18h 35m 6:00 PM Rize Central Bus Station 12:35 PM Istanbul Esenler Bus Station  Economy $39
Lüks Artvin Seyahat 19h 0m 2:00 PM Rize Central Bus Station 9:00 AM Istanbul Otogar Bus Station  Basic $40

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Metro Turizm 19h 0m 6:00 PM Rize Central Bus Station 1:00 PM Istanbul Otogar Bus Station  Economy $38
Metro Turizm 18h 30m 6:00 PM Rize Central Bus Station 12:30 PM Istanbul Alibeyköy Otogarı  Economy $38
Kamil Koc 20h 25m 1:00 PM Rize Central Bus Station 9:25 AM Istanbul Esenler Bus Station  Economy $39
Kamil Koc 18h 35m 6:00 PM Rize Central Bus Station 12:35 PM Istanbul Esenler Bus Station  Economy $39
Lüks Artvin Seyahat 19h 0m 2:00 PM Rize Central Bus Station 9:00 AM Istanbul Otogar Bus Station  Basic $40

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Metro Turizm 19h 0m 6:00 PM Rize Central Bus Station 1:00 PM Istanbul Otogar Bus Station  Economy $38
Metro Turizm 18h 30m 6:00 PM Rize Central Bus Station 12:30 PM Istanbul Alibeyköy Otogarı  Economy $38
Kamil Koc 20h 25m 1:00 PM Rize Central Bus Station 9:25 AM Istanbul Esenler Bus Station  Economy $39
Kamil Koc 18h 35m 6:00 PM Rize Central Bus Station 12:35 PM Istanbul Esenler Bus Station  Economy $39
FlixBus 20h 5m 1:00 PM Rize Central Bus Station 9:05 AM Istanbul Alibeyköy Otogarı  Economy $40

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Rize to Istanbul is $28 on 2/5/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Rize and Istanbul

See here how frequent the connections between Rize and Istanbul are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 15 daily buses from Rize to Istanbul. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 10 daily coaches between Rize and Istanbul.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 60 buses from Rize to Istanbul, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Rize and Istanbul, with 40 offers.

Facts about the bus from Rize to Istanbul

Compare all providers like FlixBus, Metro Turizm and Kamil Koc that travel 14 times every day by bus from Rize to Istanbul in one click! Book your bus ticket from Rize to Istanbul starting from $28!

Cheapest Bus $28
Fastest Bus 15h 0m
Earliest Bus 1:00 PM
Latest Bus 7:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes 14 Ø
Distance 601.4 miles
Bus Companies FlixBus, Metro Turizm, Kamil Koc and Lüks Artvin Seyahat

Cheapest bus connections from Rize to Istanbul

Every day, 14 buses from 4 bus companies leave Rize for Istanbul: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 02/06/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 02/01
Monday 02/02
Tuesday 02/03
Wednesday 02/04
Thursday 02/05
Friday 02/06
$28
Saturday 02/07
$33
Sunday 02/08
$30
Monday 02/09
$30
Tuesday 02/10
$30
Wednesday 02/11
$38
Thursday 02/12
$30
Friday 02/13
$39
Saturday 02/14
$31
Sunday 02/15
$30
Monday 02/16
$30
Tuesday 02/17
$30
Wednesday 02/18
Thursday 02/19
Friday 02/20
$34
Saturday 02/21
Sunday 02/22
$30
Monday 02/23
$28
Tuesday 02/24
$30
Wednesday 02/25
$30
Thursday 02/26
$34
Friday 02/27
$30
Saturday 02/28

The cheapest time to travel from Rize to Istanbul

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Rize to Istanbul, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $28, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Rize to Istanbul. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $31.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Rize to Istanbul, with $33. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $34.

How to save money travelling from Rize 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 Rize 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 Rize 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 buses from Rize to Istanbul are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Rize and Istanbul

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Rize and Istanbul.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Rize to Istanbul

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

FAQs about the Rize to Istanbul bus

How much does a Rize Istanbul bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $28 and takes 15h 0m to reach Istanbul. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 4 companies with a range of ticket prices between $28 and $45. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Istanbul.

On average, how many connections are available from Rize to Istanbul each day?

Every day, the Rize to Istanbul bus route is served by approximately 14 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Rize to Istanbul take?

The fastest bus from Rize to Istanbul is offered by Metro Turizm and takes 15h 0m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $40. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Rize to Istanbul?

The earliest bus arriving in Istanbul from Rize starts at 1:00 PM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Rize to Istanbul?

The latest bus trip departing from Rize for Istanbul starts at 7:00 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Rize Istanbul route?

When traveling by bus from Rize to Istanbul, passengers can travel with FlixBus, Metro Turizm and Kamil Koc. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Rize and Istanbul?

You can check all the direct connections between Rize 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 Rize to Istanbul bus route?

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

What equipment is available for the Rize 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 traveling 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 Rize to Istanbul on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Rize 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 14 daily trips between Rize 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 Rize to Istanbul?

Prices and availability for 14 trips between Rize 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 Rize to Istanbul

Basic
Basic

Name referring to the typical seat you will find with companies that don’t distinguish between different classes.

Economy
Economy

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

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