What is the cheapest way to get from Bansko to Turkey?

The cheapest way to get from Bansko to Turkey is to train which costs 750 ₺ - 1.300 ₺ and takes 14h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bansko to Turkey?

The fastest way to get from Bansko to Turkey is to drive which takes 6h 9m and costs 3.900 ₺ - 6.000 ₺.

Is there a direct train between Bansko and Turkey?

No, there is no direct train from Bansko to Turkey. However, there are services departing from Bansko and arriving at Yenikapi via Septemvri, Svilengrad and Halkali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 24m.

How far is it from Bansko to Turkey?

The distance between Bansko and Turkey is 581 km. The road distance is 554.7 km.

How do I travel from Bansko to Turkey without a car?

The best way to get from Bansko to Turkey without a car is to bus which takes 9h 16m and costs 1.200 ₺ - 2.000 ₺.

How long does it take to get from Bansko to Turkey?

It takes approximately 9h 16m to get from Bansko to Turkey, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bansko to Turkey train from?

Bansko to Turkey train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Bansko station.

Train or bus from Bansko to Turkey?

The best way to get from Bansko to Turkey is to bus which takes 9h 16m and costs 1.200 ₺ - 2.000 ₺. Alternatively, you can train, which costs 750 ₺ - 1.300 ₺ and takes 14h 24m.

Where does the Bansko to Turkey train arrive?

Bansko to Turkey train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Septemvri station.

Can I drive from Bansko to Turkey?

Yes, the driving distance between Bansko to Turkey is 555 km. It takes approximately 6h 9m to drive from Bansko to Turkey.

Where can I stay near Turkey?

There are 3063+ hotels available in Turkey.

Bansko to Turkey - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Bansko to Turkey by bus, train, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bansko to Plovdiv Southbus
2. Take the bus from Plovdiv to Istanbulbus
9h 16m
₺1,233–1,999
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Bansko to Septemvritrain
2. Take the train from Septemvri to Svilengradtrain
3. Take the train from Svilengrad to Halkalıtrain
14h 24m
₺763–1,268
Drive 554.7 km
1. Drive from Bansko to Istanbulcar 554.7 km
6h 9m
₺3,903–5,637
Bus to Sofia Airport, fly to Istanbul
1. Take the bus from Bansko New Station to Sofia Bus and Coach Station Zapadbus
2. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Istanbul (IST)plane SOF - IST
7h 34m
₺4,520–10,840
Bus via Plovdiv
1. Take the bus from Bansko to Plovdiv Rodopibus
2. Take the bus from Plovdiv Hristo Botev to Istanbul Büyük Otogaribus Citylines 40 / ...
10h 31m
₺1,398–1,819
Bus to Sofia Airport, fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
1. Take the bus from Bansko New Station to Sofia Bus and Coach Station Zapadbus
2. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)plane SOF - SAW
7h 37m
₺5,633–10,361
Bus to Sofia Airport, fly to Antalya Airport
1. Take the bus from Bansko New Station to Sofia Bus and Coach Station Zapadbus
2. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Antalya Airport (AYT)plane SOF - AYT
8h 26m
₺5,554–11,874
Bus, bus to Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia, fly to Istanbul
1. Take the bus from Bansko to Blagoevgradbus
2. Take the bus from Blagoevgrad Central Bus Terminal to Serresbus
3. Take the bus from Serres to Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Stationbus
4. Fly from Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia (SKG) to Istanbul (IST)plane SKG - IST
10h 4m
₺4,952–9,494

Sofia Airport (SOF) to Istanbul (IST) flights

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1h 30mAverage Duration

₺3,517Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Bansko to Turkey.

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Distance: 580.7 km
Duration: 9h 16m

What companies run services between Bansko, Bulgaria and Turkey?

You can take a bus from Bansko to Aksaray via Plovdiv, Istanbul, and Esenler Otogar in around 9h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Bansko to Yenikapi via Septemvri, Svilengrad, and Halkali in around 14h 24m.

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