What is the best way to travel from Bolu to Istanbul?
Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Carpool and Buses for the journey to Istanbul from Bolu. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 6 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Istanbul from Bolu?
You can get to Istanbul with just $16 by taking a Bus from Pamukkale Turizm, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.
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Pamukkale Turizm4h 45m02:15 AMBoluCentral bus station7:00 AMIstanbulOtogar Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from Pamukkale Turizm goes from Central bus station, Bolu (Turkey) at 3/24/2026 2:15:00 AM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 3/24/2026 7:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 45m
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Metro Turizm3h 15m010:15 AMBoluCentral bus station1:30 PMIstanbulSamandira Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from Metro Turizm goes from Central bus station, Bolu (Turkey) at 3/24/2026 10:15:00 AM to Samandira Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 3/24/2026 1:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 15m
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FlixBus3h 40m012:20 AMBoluCentral bus station4:00 AMIstanbulDudullu Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central bus station, Bolu (Turkey) at 3/24/2026 12:20:00 AM to Dudullu Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 3/24/2026 4:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 40m
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Efe Tur3h 30m010:15 AMBoluCentral bus station1:45 PMIstanbulDudullu Bus Station0BasicA Bus from Efe Tur goes from Central bus station, Bolu (Turkey) at 3/24/2026 10:15:00 AM to Dudullu Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 3/24/2026 1:45:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 30m
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Kamil Koc5h 0m012:20 AMBoluCentral bus station5:20 AMIstanbulAlibeyköy Otogarı0BasicA Bus from Kamil Koc goes from Central bus station, Bolu (Turkey) at 3/24/2026 12:20:00 AM to Alibeyköy Otogarı, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 3/24/2026 5:20:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
Cheapest Buses Tuesday
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Metro Turizm5h 0m02:00 AMBoluCentral bus station7:00 AMIstanbulOtogar Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from Metro Turizm goes from Central bus station, Bolu (Turkey) at 3/25/2026 2:00:00 AM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 3/25/2026 7:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
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FlixBus5h 15m012:20 AMBoluCentral bus station5:35 AMIstanbulOtogar Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central bus station, Bolu (Turkey) at 3/25/2026 12:20:00 AM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 3/25/2026 5:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 15m
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Pamukkale Turizm4h 45m02:15 AMBoluCentral bus station7:00 AMIstanbulOtogar Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from Pamukkale Turizm goes from Central bus station, Bolu (Turkey) at 3/25/2026 2:15:00 AM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 3/25/2026 7:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 45m
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Efe Tur5h 0m010:15 AMBoluCentral bus station3:15 PMIstanbulOtogar Bus Station0BasicA Bus from Efe Tur goes from Central bus station, Bolu (Turkey) at 3/25/2026 10:15:00 AM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 3/25/2026 3:15:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
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Kamil Koc4h 55m01:30 AMBoluCentral bus station6:25 AMIstanbulAlibeyköy Otogarı0BasicA Bus from Kamil Koc goes from Central bus station, Bolu (Turkey) at 3/25/2026 1:30:00 AM to Alibeyköy Otogarı, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 3/25/2026 6:25:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 55m
Cheapest Buses Wednesday
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FlixBus5h 10m01:30 AMBoluCentral bus station6:40 AMIstanbulOtogar Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central bus station, Bolu (Turkey) at 3/28/2026 1:30:00 AM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 3/28/2026 6:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 10m
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FlixBus4h 40m01:45 AMBoluCentral bus station6:25 AMIstanbulOtogar Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central bus station, Bolu (Turkey) at 3/28/2026 1:45:00 AM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 3/28/2026 6:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 40m
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Pamukkale Turizm4h 45m02:15 AMBoluCentral bus station7:00 AMIstanbulOtogar Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from Pamukkale Turizm goes from Central bus station, Bolu (Turkey) at 3/28/2026 2:15:00 AM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 3/28/2026 7:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 45m
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Pamukkale Turizm5h 0m03:00 AMBoluCentral bus station8:00 AMIstanbulOtogar Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from Pamukkale Turizm goes from Central bus station, Bolu (Turkey) at 3/28/2026 3:00:00 AM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 3/28/2026 8:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
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Metro Turizm5h 0m02:00 AMBoluCentral bus station7:00 AMIstanbulOtogar Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from Metro Turizm goes from Central bus station, Bolu (Turkey) at 3/28/2026 2:00:00 AM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 3/28/2026 7:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
Cheapest Buses Saturday
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Kamil Koc5h 15m012:20 AMBoluCentral bus station5:35 AMIstanbulEsenler Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from Kamil Koc goes from Central bus station, Bolu (Turkey) at 3/29/2026 12:20:00 AM to Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 3/29/2026 5:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 15m
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Kamil Koc5h 10m01:30 AMBoluCentral bus station6:40 AMIstanbulEsenler Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from Kamil Koc goes from Central bus station, Bolu (Turkey) at 3/29/2026 1:30:00 AM to Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 3/29/2026 6:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 10m
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Kamil Koc4h 40m01:45 AMBoluCentral bus station6:25 AMIstanbulEsenler Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from Kamil Koc goes from Central bus station, Bolu (Turkey) at 3/29/2026 1:45:00 AM to Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 3/29/2026 6:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 40m
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Kamil Koc5h 45m02:00 AMBoluCentral bus station7:45 AMIstanbulEsenler Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from Kamil Koc goes from Central bus station, Bolu (Turkey) at 3/29/2026 2:00:00 AM to Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 3/29/2026 7:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 45m
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Kamil Koc5h 40m02:30 AMBoluCentral bus station8:10 AMIstanbulEsenler Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from Kamil Koc goes from Central bus station, Bolu (Turkey) at 3/29/2026 2:30:00 AM to Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 3/29/2026 8:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 40m
Cheapest Buses Sunday
What are the fastest trips from Bolu to Istanbul?
You can get to Istanbul from Bolu in just 3h 15m with a Bus from Metro Turizm. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.
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Metro Turizm3h 15m010:15 AMBoluCentral bus station1:30 PMIstanbulSamandira Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from Metro Turizm goes from Central bus station, Bolu (Turkey) at 3/24/2026 10:15:00 AM to Samandira Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 3/24/2026 1:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 15m
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Efe Tur3h 30m010:15 AMBoluCentral bus station1:45 PMIstanbulDudullu Bus Station0BasicA Bus from Efe Tur goes from Central bus station, Bolu (Turkey) at 3/24/2026 10:15:00 AM to Dudullu Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 3/24/2026 1:45:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 30m
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FlixBus3h 40m012:20 AMBoluCentral bus station4:00 AMIstanbulDudullu Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central bus station, Bolu (Turkey) at 3/24/2026 12:20:00 AM to Dudullu Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 3/24/2026 4:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 40m
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Pamukkale Turizm4h 45m02:15 AMBoluCentral bus station7:00 AMIstanbulOtogar Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from Pamukkale Turizm goes from Central bus station, Bolu (Turkey) at 3/24/2026 2:15:00 AM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 3/24/2026 7:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 45m
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Kamil Koc5h 0m012:20 AMBoluCentral bus station5:20 AMIstanbulAlibeyköy Otogarı0BasicA Bus from Kamil Koc goes from Central bus station, Bolu (Turkey) at 3/24/2026 12:20:00 AM to Alibeyköy Otogarı, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 3/24/2026 5:20:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
Fastest Buses Tuesday
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Pamukkale Turizm4h 45m02:15 AMBoluCentral bus station7:00 AMIstanbulOtogar Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from Pamukkale Turizm goes from Central bus station, Bolu (Turkey) at 3/25/2026 2:15:00 AM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 3/25/2026 7:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 45m
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Kamil Koc4h 55m01:30 AMBoluCentral bus station6:25 AMIstanbulAlibeyköy Otogarı0BasicA Bus from Kamil Koc goes from Central bus station, Bolu (Turkey) at 3/25/2026 1:30:00 AM to Alibeyköy Otogarı, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 3/25/2026 6:25:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 55m
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Metro Turizm5h 0m02:00 AMBoluCentral bus station7:00 AMIstanbulOtogar Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from Metro Turizm goes from Central bus station, Bolu (Turkey) at 3/25/2026 2:00:00 AM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 3/25/2026 7:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
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Efe Tur5h 0m010:15 AMBoluCentral bus station3:15 PMIstanbulOtogar Bus Station0BasicA Bus from Efe Tur goes from Central bus station, Bolu (Turkey) at 3/25/2026 10:15:00 AM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 3/25/2026 3:15:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
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FlixBus5h 15m012:20 AMBoluCentral bus station5:35 AMIstanbulOtogar Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central bus station, Bolu (Turkey) at 3/25/2026 12:20:00 AM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 3/25/2026 5:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 15m
Fastest Buses Wednesday
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FlixBus4h 40m01:45 AMBoluCentral bus station6:25 AMIstanbulOtogar Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central bus station, Bolu (Turkey) at 3/28/2026 1:45:00 AM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 3/28/2026 6:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 40m
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Pamukkale Turizm4h 45m02:15 AMBoluCentral bus station7:00 AMIstanbulOtogar Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from Pamukkale Turizm goes from Central bus station, Bolu (Turkey) at 3/28/2026 2:15:00 AM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 3/28/2026 7:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 45m
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Pamukkale Turizm5h 0m03:00 AMBoluCentral bus station8:00 AMIstanbulOtogar Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from Pamukkale Turizm goes from Central bus station, Bolu (Turkey) at 3/28/2026 3:00:00 AM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 3/28/2026 8:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
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Metro Turizm5h 0m02:00 AMBoluCentral bus station7:00 AMIstanbulOtogar Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from Metro Turizm goes from Central bus station, Bolu (Turkey) at 3/28/2026 2:00:00 AM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 3/28/2026 7:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
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FlixBus5h 10m01:30 AMBoluCentral bus station6:40 AMIstanbulOtogar Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central bus station, Bolu (Turkey) at 3/28/2026 1:30:00 AM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 3/28/2026 6:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 10m
Fastest Buses Saturday
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Kamil Koc4h 40m01:45 AMBoluCentral bus station6:25 AMIstanbulEsenler Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from Kamil Koc goes from Central bus station, Bolu (Turkey) at 3/29/2026 1:45:00 AM to Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 3/29/2026 6:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 40m
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Kamil Koc5h 10m01:30 AMBoluCentral bus station6:40 AMIstanbulEsenler Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from Kamil Koc goes from Central bus station, Bolu (Turkey) at 3/29/2026 1:30:00 AM to Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 3/29/2026 6:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 10m
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Kamil Koc5h 15m012:20 AMBoluCentral bus station5:35 AMIstanbulEsenler Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from Kamil Koc goes from Central bus station, Bolu (Turkey) at 3/29/2026 12:20:00 AM to Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 3/29/2026 5:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 15m
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Kamil Koc5h 40m02:30 AMBoluCentral bus station8:10 AMIstanbulEsenler Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from Kamil Koc goes from Central bus station, Bolu (Turkey) at 3/29/2026 2:30:00 AM to Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 3/29/2026 8:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 40m
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Kamil Koc5h 45m02:00 AMBoluCentral bus station7:45 AMIstanbulEsenler Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from Kamil Koc goes from Central bus station, Bolu (Turkey) at 3/29/2026 2:00:00 AM to Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 3/29/2026 7:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 45m
Fastest Buses Sunday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Bolu to Istanbul
What are the most popular stations in Bolu and Istanbul?
In Bolu, you will usually depart from Central bus station, Konakoğl Recreation Facility or Elmalık, while in Istanbul you will be arriving at Otogar Bus Station, Esenler Bus Station or Sultanahmet Square Bus Stop, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Istanbul from Bolu? With 5 connections between 6 Carpool and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Bolu and Istanbul, you can pay as low as $16 with a Bus from Pamukkale Turizm.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Bus from Metro Turizm: you will get to Istanbul in just 3h 15m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Bolu and Istanbul are Kamil Koc, Pamukkale Turizm and FlixBus, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Bolu and Istanbul is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Akçaalan or to Üsküdar, and look at flights from , and landing at Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Bolu to Istanbul?
The most popular companies between Bolu and Istanbul, are Kamil Koc, Pamukkale Turizm and FlixBus. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: Kamil Koc, Pamukkale Turizm, FlixBus and 2 more.
All you need to know when you travel from Bolu to Istanbul
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Bolu to Istanbul. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Bolu to Istanbul
How can I reach Istanbul from Bolu?
Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Carpool and Bus, with which you can get to Istanbul from Bolu.
How far is Istanbul from Bolu?
The distance between Bolu and Istanbul is 138.8 miles.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Bolu and Istanbul?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 6 kgs of CO2, a train 8 kgs, a car 38 kgs, and a flight 55 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Bolu to Istanbul?
You can get to Istanbul with just $16 by taking a Bus from Pamukkale Turizm.
What is the fastest way to get from Bolu to Istanbul?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Istanbul in just 3h 15m with a Bus from Metro Turizm.
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