How to get from Istanbul to Bursa by public transport?
Based on 1 discussion with 3 participants · Last activity: 5 days ago
TL;DR
The most convenient route is the ferry from Kabataş to Mudanya, then a minibus to central Bursa. Alternatively, take the Havaist bus or Marmaray train.
What the community said
Another ferry option: from Karaköy to Üsküdar, then walk or take a bus onward. Operated by Turyol.
5 days ago Turyol — Karaköy → Üsküdar
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The ferry from Kabataş to Mudanya is the most enjoyable option. From Mudanya, minibuses run to central Bursa. Comfortable and traffic-free.
5 days ago Ferry: Kabataş → Mudanya
Buses are an option but slow and inconvenient — you first need to reach the main bus terminal (otogar), which adds significant travel time.
5 days ago
Take the Havaist bus toward Bakırköy and get off at Ataköy (second-to-last stop), then switch to the Marmaray train to Florya Akvaryum station and walk from there.
5 days ago Havaist → Ataköy → Marmaray → Florya Akvaryum
The simplest Havaist bus route: ride to Aksaray and transfer to the tram, or go directly to Sultanahmet. Check schedules and fares at havaist.com.
5 days ago havaist.com — schedules & fares
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