What is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Rize (State)?

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Rize (State) is to bus which costs 950 ₺ - 3.500 ₺ and takes 18h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Istanbul to Rize (State)?

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Rize (State) is to fly which takes 5h 7m and costs 12.000 ₺ - 14.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Rize (State)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from İstanbul Esenler bus station station and arriving at Rize bus station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 18h 55m.

How far is it from Istanbul to Rize (State)?

The distance between Istanbul and Rize (State) is 1020 km. The road distance is 1128.7 km.

How do I travel from Istanbul to Rize (State) without a car?

The best way to get from Istanbul to Rize (State) without a car is to bus which takes 18h 55m and costs 950 ₺ - 3.500 ₺.

How long does it take to get from Istanbul to Rize (State)?

It takes approximately 5h 12m to get from Istanbul to Rize (State), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Rize (State) bus from?

Istanbul to Rize (State) bus services, operated by Kamil Koç, depart from İstanbul Esenler bus station.

Bus or fly from Istanbul to Rize (State)?

The best way to get from Istanbul to Rize (State) is to bus which takes 18h 55m and costs 950 ₺ - 3.500 ₺. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs 12.000 ₺ - 14.000 ₺ and takes 5h 7m.

Where does the Istanbul to Rize (State) bus arrive?

Istanbul to Rize (State) bus services, operated by Kamil Koç, arrive at Rize bus station.

Can I drive from Istanbul to Rize (State)?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Rize (State) is 1129 km. It takes approximately 14h 25m to drive from Istanbul to Rize (State).

How do I get a bus ticket from Istanbul to Rize (State)?

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Where can I stay near Rize (State)?

There are 34+ hotels available in Rize (State).

Istanbul to Rize (State) - 7 ways to travel via Metro, plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Istanbul to Rize (State) by train, plane, bus, car, or shuttle

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Metro to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, fly to Rize–Artvin
best
1. Take the train from Ayrılık Çeşmesi to Sabiha Gokcen Airporttrain
2. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Rize–Artvin (RZV)plane SAW - RZV
5h 12m
₺2,315–7,145
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Rize bus stationbus FlixBus KK5519B / ...
18h 55m
₺950–3,500
Drive 1,128.7 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Rizecar 1,128.7 km
14h 25m
₺7,552–10,909
Fly Istanbul Airport to Rize–Artvin
1. Fly from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Rize–Artvin (RZV)plane IST - RZV
5h 7m
₺12,111–13,624
Metro to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, fly to Trabzon Airport, shuttle
1. Take the train from Ayrılık Çeşmesi to Sabiha Gokcen Airporttrain
2. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Trabzon Airport (TZX)plane SAW - TZX
3. Take a shuttle bus from Trabzon Airport to İyidereshuttle
5h 47m
₺2,038–7,425
Fly Istanbul Airport to Trabzon Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Trabzon Airport (TZX)plane IST - TZX
2. Take a shuttle bus from Trabzon Airport to İyidereshuttle
5h 47m
₺12,134–13,904
Bus via İstanbul Dudullu
1. Take the bus from İstanbul Dudullu to Rizebus
20h 45m
₺1,150–2,785

Istanbul to Rize (State) by bus

35Weekly Buses

18h 55mAverage Duration

₺950Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,020.1 km
Duration: 5h 12m

What companies run services between Istanbul, Turkey and Rize (State), Turkey?

Kamil Koç operates a bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Rize bus station twice daily. Tickets cost ₺1,400–2,000 and the journey takes 18h 55m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Turkish Airlines flies from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Rize–Artvin (RZV) 3 times a day.

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