What is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul (State) to Ruse?

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul (State) to Ruse is to night train which costs $17 - $40 and takes 9h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Istanbul (State) to Ruse?

The fastest way to get from Istanbul (State) to Ruse is to fly and shuttle which takes 5h 54m and costs $230 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul (State) and Ruse?

No, there is no direct bus from Istanbul (State) to Ruse. However, there are services departing from Istanbul Kemal Pasa and arriving at Ruse via Dunav most. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Istanbul (State) and Ruse?

No, there is no direct train from Istanbul (State) to Ruse. However, there are services departing from Yenikapi and arriving at Ruse via Halkali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 32m.

How far is it from Istanbul (State) to Ruse?

The distance between Istanbul (State) and Ruse is 585 km. The road distance is 558.1 km.

How do I travel from Istanbul (State) to Ruse without a car?

The best way to get from Istanbul (State) to Ruse without a car is to bus via Dunav most which takes 10h 18m and costs $65 - $95.

How long does it take to get from Istanbul (State) to Ruse?

It takes approximately 10h 18m to get from Istanbul (State) to Ruse, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul (State) to Ruse bus from?

Istanbul (State) to Ruse bus services, operated by Luks Istanbul, depart from Istanbul Kemal Pasa station.

Where do I catch the Istanbul (State) to Ruse train from?

Istanbul (State) to Ruse train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Halkali station.

Where does the Istanbul (State) to Ruse bus arrive?

Istanbul (State) to Ruse bus services, operated by Luks Istanbul, arrive at Ruse Cruise RUSE station.

What is the time difference between Istanbul (State) and Ruse?

Ruse is 1h behind Istanbul (State). It is currently 7:10 PM in Istanbul (State) and 6:10 PM in Ruse.

Where does the Istanbul (State) to Ruse train arrive?

Istanbul (State) to Ruse train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Ruse station.

Can I drive from Istanbul (State) to Ruse?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul (State) to Ruse is 558 km. It takes approximately 6h 52m to drive from Istanbul (State) to Ruse.

Where can I stay near Ruse?

There are 212+ hotels available in Ruse.

Istanbul (State) to Ruse - 7 ways to travel via bus, night train, car

There are 7 ways to get from Istanbul (State) to Ruse by bus, night 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 via Dunav most
best
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Kemal Pasa to Ruse Cruise RUSE
10h 18m
$69–93
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Ruse
13h 13m
$17–41
Night train
1. Take the night train from Halkali to RuseBosphor Express
9h 32m
$18–36
Drive 558.1 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Ruse558.1 km
6h 52m
$88–127
Fly Istanbul to Bucharest Otopeni, shuttle
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)IST - OTP
2. Take a shuttle bus from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Ruse
6h 15m
$193–486
Fly Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Bucharest Otopeni, shuttle
1. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)SAW - OTP
2. Take a shuttle bus from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Ruse
5h 54m
$235–507
Fly Istanbul to Varna Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Varna Airport (VAR)IST - VAR
2. Take a shuttle bus from Varna Airport to Ruse
8h 5m
$213–626

Istanbul (IST) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) flights

40Weekly Planes

1h 25mAverage Duration

$61Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Istanbul (State) to Ruse.

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Distance: 585.2 km
Duration: 10h 18m

What companies run services between Istanbul (State), Turkey and Ruse, Bulgaria?

Luks Istanbul operates a bus from Istanbul Kemal Pasa to Ruse Cruise RUSE once daily. Tickets cost $65–95 and the journey takes 9h. Alternatively, Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) operates a vehicle from Halkali to Ruse twice a week. Tickets cost $17–35 and the journey takes 7h 53m.

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