The train between Istanbul and Ruse takes 9h 25m. The train runs, on average, once a week from Istanbul to Ruse. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run on demand between Istanbul and Ruse. Service times information will be available soon. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 9h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Istanbul to Ruse. However, there are services departing from Istanbul station and arriving at Ruse station via Ruse. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10,675,199d 2h.
Istanbul to Ruse train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), depart from Halkali station.
Istanbul to Ruse train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), arrive at Ruse station.
The distance between Istanbul and Ruse is 399.7 km. The road distance is 615 km.
Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) operates a vehicle from Halkali to Ruse twice a week. Tickets cost $17–31 and the journey takes 7h 53m.
