How to get to Bursa from Istanbul

How to get to Bursa by Sea

To get to Bursa from Istanbul by sea, you can take the sea buses departing from Eminönü and Yenikapi. There are two options for sea transportation to Bursa:

BUDO (Bursa Sea bus)

BUDO organizes departures at specific times every day of the week. BUDO only provides passenger transportation. If you want to travel from Istanbul to Bursa without a car, this is the first option you can choose. BUDO docks at Bursa Mudanya Pier. You can easily reach Bursa city center by bus or minibus departing from Iskele Square.

• You can reach Bursa Terminal by the city buses numbered F/1 departing from Mudanya Pier.

• You can reach the city center from the terminal with the bus number 38.

• If you want to go to Uludağ Ski Center, you can reach the cable car with the city buses numbered F/3 departing from Mudanya Pier.

• Alternatively, you can transfer to the metro with Bursa-Mudanya minibuses passing through the stop opposite Mudanya Pier and then easily reach Bursa city center by getting off at Şehreküstü station.

IDO (Istanbul Sea bus)

İDO organizes ferry and sea bus services from Istanbul to Bursa Güzelyalı Pier every day of the week. İDO organizes both ferry and sea bus services from Yenikapı, but there are only sea bus services from Kadıköy. Ferryboats and sea buses departing from Yenikapı and Kadıköy go to Bursa Güzelyalı Pier. It takes an average of 1.5 hours.

• You can reach Emek Metro Station by city buses number 1/GY departing from Güzelyalı Pier.

• Alternatively, you can transfer to the metro with Güzelyalı-Bursa minibuses departing from Güzelyalı Pier and then get off at Şehreküstü station and easily reach Bursa city center.

How to get to Bursa by Road

Bus

There are many bus companies that provide road transportation from Istanbul to Bursa. You can reach Bursa in approximately 2-2.5 hours by buses departing from Istanbul Esenler, Harem, or Dudullu. The most well-known and reliable companies are Kamil Koç and Nilüfer.

Bursa Airport Shuttle from Istanbul Airports

Burulaş buses depart regularly from Sabiha Gökçen Airport. Transportation between Sabiha Gökçen Airport and Bursa Intercity Terminal takes an average of 1.5 hours. You can buy your ticket at the Burulaş office at the airport or from the official website.

If you want to go directly from Istanbul Airport to Bursa, you can take the intercity bus to Bursa by going to platform 17 after you exit the arrival gate.

Transportation from Bursa Intercity Bus Terminal to Bursa City Center

You can use the bus or yellow taxis to reach Bursa city center from Bursa Intercity Bus Terminal.

• To reach Heykel (City Center), take the bus number 38.

• To reach Çekirge, take the buses 38/B, 92, or 96.

• If you are going to Uludağ, take the bus number 94 to reach the Cable Car/Teleferik.

Rental Car

Renting a car from Istanbul to Bursa can save you a lot of time while visiting Bursa and its surroundings.

How to get to Bursa by Plane

The distance between Bursa Yenişehir Airport and the city center is about 50 kilometers. Transportation is provided by the city bus number 80 during working hours. Apart from this, you can reach the city center from the airport with yellow taxi, car rental, and shuttle services.

Tours from Istanbul to Bursa

Single Day tours from Istanbul to Bursa

Alternatively, you can opt for a day tour from Istanbul to Bursa , where your knowledgeable tour guide will pick you up early in the morning, accompany you to Bursa, guide you through its most important attractions, and ensure a seamless experience. Once you've completed your amazing journey, you'll be comfortably transported back to Istanbul.

You can also join a multi day tour from Istanbul to Bursa which is the perfect way to explore this vibrant city hassle free. Tours from Istanbul to Bursa offer a smooth blend of history, culture, and delightful flavors. After your Bursa adventure, continue to the next destination on your itinerary. Y ou can choose the convenience of these tours, providing an effortless and enjoyable way to explore Bursa from Istanbul .and few other amazing destinations in Turkiye.

Multi day tours from Istanbul to Bursa