What is the cheapest way to get from Instabul to Bulgaria?

The cheapest way to get from Instabul to Bulgaria is to train which costs $16 - $25 and takes 15h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Instabul to Bulgaria?

The fastest way to get from Instabul to Bulgaria is to drive which takes 4h 51m and costs $85 - $130.

Is there a direct bus between Instabul and Bulgaria?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from İstanbul Esenler bus station station and arriving at Sofia. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Instabul and Bulgaria?

No, there is no direct train from Instabul to Bulgaria. However, there are services departing from Esenler Otogar and arriving at Serdika via Yenikapi, Halkalı and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 48m.

How far is it from Instabul to Bulgaria?

The distance between Instabul and Bulgaria is 555 km. The road distance is 541.4 km.

How do I travel from Instabul to Bulgaria without a car?

The best way to get from Instabul to Bulgaria without a car is to bus which takes 8h 30m and costs $17 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Instabul to Bulgaria?

The bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Sofia takes 8h 30m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Instabul to Bulgaria bus from?

Instabul to Bulgaria bus services, operated by Kamil Koc, depart from İstanbul Esenler bus station.

Where do I catch the Instabul to Bulgaria train from?

Instabul to Bulgaria train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), depart from Halkalı station.

Train or bus from Instabul to Bulgaria?

The best way to get from Instabul to Bulgaria is to bus which takes 8h 30m and costs $17 - $45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $16 - $25 and takes 15h 48m.

Where does the Instabul to Bulgaria bus arrive?

Instabul to Bulgaria bus services, operated by Kamil Koc, arrive at Sofia station.

What is the time difference between Instabul and Bulgaria?

Bulgaria is 1h ahead of Instabul. It is currently 3:07 PM in Instabul and 4:07 PM in Bulgaria.

Where does the Instabul to Bulgaria train arrive?

Instabul to Bulgaria train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), arrive at Sofia station.

Can I drive from Instabul to Bulgaria?

Yes, the driving distance between Instabul to Bulgaria is 541 km. It takes approximately 4h 51m to drive from Instabul to Bulgaria.

How do I get a bus ticket from Instabul to Bulgaria?

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Where can I stay near Bulgaria?

There are 2100+ hotels available in Bulgaria.

Instabul to Bulgaria - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, Metro, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Instabul to Bulgaria by bus, train, car, plane, or shuttle

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 İstanbul Esenler bus station to Sofiabus FlixBus N1999
8h 30m
$17–45
Train
1. Take the train from Halkalı to Sofiatrain
15h 48m
$17–25
Drive 541.4 km
1. Drive from Instabul to Sofiacar 541.4 km
4h 51m
$86–124
Metro, Metro to Istanbul, fly to Sofia Airport
1. Take the train from Esenler Otogar to Yenikapitrain
2. Take the train from Yenikapi to Gayrettepetrain
3. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane IST - SOF
5h 24m
Bus via Serdika
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Büyük Otogari to Sofia Serdica Bus Stationbus Citylines 19 / ...
9h 7m
$30–34
Metro to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, fly to Sofia Airport
1. Take the train from Ayrılık Çeşmesi to Sabiha Gokcen Airporttrain
2. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane SAW - SOF
5h 47m
Metro, Metro to Istanbul, fly to Varna Airport
1. Take the train from Esenler Otogar to Yenikapitrain
2. Take the train from Yenikapi to Gayrettepetrain
3. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Varna Airport (VAR)plane IST - VAR
5h 28m
Fly Istanbul to Bucharest Otopeni, shuttle
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)plane IST - OTP
2. Take a shuttle bus from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Ruseshuttle
6h 31m
$190–485

Instabul to Bulgaria by bus

21Weekly Buses

8h 30mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Instabul to Bulgaria.

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Distance: 554.9 km
Duration: 8h 30m

What companies run services between Instabul, Turkey and Bulgaria?

Kamil Koc operates a bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Sofia twice daily. Tickets cost $17–25 and the journey takes 8h 30m. Alpar Turizm also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Turkish Railways (TCDD) operates a train from Halkalı to Sofia once daily. Tickets cost $15–23 and the journey takes 13h 40m.

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