Bus Odesa – Istanbul
from 2,730 ₴when bought online
21–24 hThe Odesa – Istanbul bus covers about 1150 km, takes roughly 21–24 h. Tickets start at 2,730 ₴ when bought online — the exact fare depends on the carrier, the date and the departure time.
- Distance
- 1150 km
- Travel time
- 21–24 h
The route goes via
Mayaky → Starokozache → Monashi → Sarata → Tatarbunary → Bashtanivka → Spaske → Kyrnychky → Kamianka → Izmail → Constanța → Golden Sands → Varna → Obzor → Sunny Beach → Nesebar → Burgas
Odesa – Istanbul bus schedule
- 09:00Bus Station "Privokzalnaya" Starosinna sq., 1b07:00+1Bus station Esenler Altıntepsi, platform 24
22h · daily · LikeBus
- 09:30Central Bus Station Kolontaivska str., 5807:00+1Bus station Esenler Altıntepsi, platform 24
21h 30min · daily · LikeBus
- 14:30AS Starosinna (Starosinna ploshcha 1a-2)14:00+1Grand S Hotel, Yavuz Selim, Yavuz Selim Cd No:20
23h 30min · daily · Lux Bus
- 15:00Avtovokzal, vul. Kolontaivska, 5814:00+1Grand S Hotel, Yavuz Selim, Yavuz Selim Cd No:20
23h · daily · Lux Bus
- 16:15Avtovokzal, vul. Kolontaivska, 58, platforma 1214:00+1Grand S Hotel, Yavuz Selim, Yavuz Selim Cd No:20
21h 45min · Tue, Fri · Lux Bus
- 17:00Avtovokzal, vul. Kolontaivska, 58, platforma 1215:00+1Grand S Hotel, Yavuz Selim, Yavuz Selim Cd No:20
22h · Sun · Lux Bus
- 19:05Avtostantsiia "Pryvoz"17:50+1Avtovokzal Stambul
22h 45min · Wed, Fri, Sun · ORIONBUS
- 19:20Avtovokzal "Tsentralnyi"17:50+1Avtovokzal Stambul
22h 30min · Wed, Fri, Sun · ORIONBUS
- 19:30AZS OKKO, vulytsia Pestelia, 2A18:00+1Yenikapı Marmaray, Aksaray, 34096 Fatih/Fatikh/İstanbul
23h 30min · Sat · Trans Express Bus
- 23:00Avtostantsiia "Starosinna", pl. Starosinna, 1a-2, platforma 309:00+2Kemal Paşa, Dadaş Otoparkı, 34134 Fatih/İstanbul
34h · Mon, Tue, Sat · ООО "SARVALTEH AUTO"
transfers: 1
- 23:30Avtostantsiia "Starosinna", pl. Starosinna, 1a-2, platforma 309:00+2Kemal Paşa, Dadaş Otoparkı, 34134 Fatih/İstanbul
33h 30min · Mon, Tue, Sat · ООО "SARVALTEH AUTO"
transfers: 1
| Departure | Arrival | Duration | Running days | Carrier |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:00Bus Station "Privokzalnaya" Starosinna sq., 1b | 07:00+1Bus station Esenler Altıntepsi, platform 24 | 22h | daily | LikeBus |
| 09:30Central Bus Station Kolontaivska str., 58 | 07:00+1Bus station Esenler Altıntepsi, platform 24 | 21h 30min | daily | LikeBus |
| 14:30AS Starosinna (Starosinna ploshcha 1a-2) | 14:00+1Grand S Hotel, Yavuz Selim, Yavuz Selim Cd No:20 | 23h 30min | daily | Lux Bus |
| 15:00Avtovokzal, vul. Kolontaivska, 58 | 14:00+1Grand S Hotel, Yavuz Selim, Yavuz Selim Cd No:20 | 23h | daily | Lux Bus |
| 16:15Avtovokzal, vul. Kolontaivska, 58, platforma 12 | 14:00+1Grand S Hotel, Yavuz Selim, Yavuz Selim Cd No:20 | 21h 45min | Tue, Fri | Lux Bus |
| 17:00Avtovokzal, vul. Kolontaivska, 58, platforma 12 | 15:00+1Grand S Hotel, Yavuz Selim, Yavuz Selim Cd No:20 | 22h | Sun | Lux Bus |
| 19:05Avtostantsiia "Pryvoz" | 17:50+1Avtovokzal Stambul | 22h 45min | Wed, Fri, Sun | ORIONBUS |
| 19:20Avtovokzal "Tsentralnyi" | 17:50+1Avtovokzal Stambul | 22h 30min | Wed, Fri, Sun | ORIONBUS |
| 19:30AZS OKKO, vulytsia Pestelia, 2A | 18:00+1Yenikapı Marmaray, Aksaray, 34096 Fatih/Fatikh/İstanbul | 23h 30min | Sat | Trans Express Bus |
| 23:00Avtostantsiia "Starosinna", pl. Starosinna, 1a-2, platforma 3 | 09:00+2Kemal Paşa, Dadaş Otoparkı, 34134 Fatih/İstanbul | 34htransfers: 1 | Mon, Tue, Sat | ООО "SARVALTEH AUTO" |
| 23:30Avtostantsiia "Starosinna", pl. Starosinna, 1a-2, platforma 3 | 09:00+2Kemal Paşa, Dadaş Otoparkı, 34134 Fatih/İstanbul | 33h 30mintransfers: 1 | Mon, Tue, Sat | ООО "SARVALTEH AUTO" |
Typical schedule from search data as of 2026-10-13. Check the search above for departures and seat availability on a specific date.
About the Odesa – Istanbul route
The Odesa – Istanbul bus is the overland alternative to flying to Turkey: the route follows the western Black Sea shore through Moldova, Romania and Bulgaria and ends at Esenler coach station, Istanbul's main bus terminal, from which the metro reaches the historic centre. The trip takes about a day but needs no plane ticket and imposes no airline baggage limits. Passengers travel for shopping, medical treatment, business, and onward transit across Turkey. Ukrainian citizens need no visa. Some operators offer a child discount.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a visa for Turkey?
No — Ukrainian citizens need no visa for short stays. A valid international passport is required; the transit countries — Moldova, Romania and Bulgaria — are visa-free too.
Where does the bus arrive in Istanbul?
At Esenler coach station (Büyük İstanbul Otogar) — the city's largest bus terminal, connected to the metro line that reaches Sultanahmet and other districts.
How long does the trip take?
Roughly 21–24 hours over about 1,150 km, with three border crossings. The exact time for a given service is shown in the schedule when booking.
How much is a Odesa – Istanbul ticket and how do I pay?
As of the latest schedule snapshot, tickets start at 2,730 ₴ when bought online; the exact fare depends on the carrier and the date. A seat can be bought online by card, or reserved and paid to the driver on boarding. No account is needed: you can order as a guest and the confirmation arrives by email.
How many buses run on the Odesa – Istanbul route?
The typical schedule has up to 7 departures a day. The first bus leaves at 09:00, the last at 23:30. Check the search above for departures on a specific date.
Which carriers operate the Odesa – Istanbul route?
Carriers on this route: LikeBus, Lux Bus, ORIONBUS, Trans Express Bus, ООО "SARVALTEH AUTO". The line-up depends on the travel date.