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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Istanbul to Mersin

Composite routes from Istanbul to Mersin

Cheapest
9 h 36 min
Car
939 km.
from $51
Fastest
1 h 36 min
Plane
Other
5 h 56 min
Plane, Train
678 km.
from $117.28
15 h 18 min
678 km.
from $14.20
14 h 53 min
678 km.
from $20.48
5 h 41 min
Plane, Train
678 km.
from $170.04

Transport providers

Airlines

Pegasus Airlines

Website:
flypgs.com/
Plane from Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Cukurova
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$50.95–$152.86

Turkish Airlines

Website:
turkishairlines.com/
Plane from Istanbul to Cukurova
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.43–$229.29

Fly Armenia Airways

Website:
fly-armenia.com/en/
Plane from Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Cukurova
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$36.94–$318.46

Train operators

Turkish Railways (TCDD)

Phone:
+90 444 8 233
Email:
cozum@tcddtasimacilik.gov.tr
Website:
tcdd.gov.tr/
Train from Yenikapi to Ayrilikcesme
Ave. Duration:
14 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.66–$2.42
Train from Istanbul Bostancı to Karaman
Ave. Duration:
5h 37m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.92–$14.01
Train from Karaman to Yenice
Ave. Duration:
4h 53m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$2.42–$3.57
Train from Yenice to Mersin
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$0.45–$0.70
Train from Istanbul Bostancı to Konya
Ave. Duration:
4h 38m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$7.64–$10.83
Train from Konya to Yenice
Ave. Duration:
6h 17m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$3.57–$5.10

Istanbul Ulasim

Phone:
+90 850 252 88 00
Email:
info@metro.istanbul
Website:
metro.istanbul/
Train from Vezneciler to Gayrettepe
Ave. Duration:
16 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.48

Bus operators

Kamil Koc

Phone:
444 0 562
Email:
kamilkoc@kamilkoc.com.tr
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Mersin
Ave. Duration:
14h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$20.38–$28.02

Metro Turizm

Phone:
0850 222 34 55
Email:
iletisim@metroturizm.com.tr
Website:
metroturizm.com.tr/en
Bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Mersin
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$22.93–$31.85
Bus from Alibeyköy to Mersin
Ave. Duration:
13h 54m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$22.93–$33.12

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Mersin (State) is to train via Konya which costs $10.87 - $16.30 and takes 15h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Mersin (State) is to Metro and fly which takes 3h 48m and costs $65.22 - $206.52 .

Is there a direct train between Istanbul and Mersin (State)?

No, there is no direct train from Istanbul to Mersin (State). However, there are services departing from Yenikapi and arriving at Mersin via Istanbul Bostancı, Karaman and Yenice. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 53m.

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

The distance between Istanbul and Mersin (State) is 727 km. The road distance is 940.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Istanbul to Mersin (State) without a car is to bus which takes 14h 14m and costs $23.91 - $34.78 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Istanbul to Mersin (State), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Mersin (State) train from?

Istanbul to Mersin (State) train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), depart from Istanbul Bostancı station.

Train, bus or fly from Istanbul to Mersin (State)?

The best way to get from Istanbul to Mersin (State) is to bus which takes 14h 14m and costs $23.91 - $34.78 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $10.87 - $18.48 and takes 14h 53m. There are no good options to fly between Istanbul to Mersin (State).

Where does the Istanbul to Mersin (State) train arrive?

Istanbul to Mersin (State) train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), arrive at Karaman station.

Can I drive from Istanbul to Mersin (State)?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Mersin (State) is 940 km. It takes approximately 10h 16m to drive from Istanbul to Mersin (State).

Where can I stay near Mersin (State)?

There are 40+ hotels available in Mersin (State). Prices start at $6.30 per night.
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