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

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Bansko is to train and bus which costs $17 - $28 and takes 15h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Bansko is to fly and bus which takes 5h 16m and costs $120 - $300.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Bansko?

No, there is no direct bus from Istanbul to Bansko. However, there are services departing from Istanbul Esenler and arriving at Bansko via Plovdiv South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 30m.

How far is it from Istanbul to Bansko?

The distance between Istanbul and Bansko is 673 km. The road distance is 555.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Istanbul to Bansko without a car is to bus which takes 9h 30m and costs $29 - $33.

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

It takes approximately 5h 16m to get from Istanbul to Bansko, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Bansko bus from?

Istanbul to Bansko bus services, operated by Luks Yonca, depart from Istanbul Esenler station.

Where does the Istanbul to Bansko bus arrive?

Istanbul to Bansko bus services, operated by Luks Yonca, arrive at Plovdiv station.

What is the time difference between Istanbul and Bansko?

Bansko is 1h behind Istanbul. It is currently 12:32 AM in Istanbul and 11:32 PM in Bansko.

Can I drive from Istanbul to Bansko?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Bansko is 555 km. It takes approximately 6h 7m to drive from Istanbul to Bansko.

Where can I stay near Bansko?

There are 1187+ hotels available in Bansko.

Istanbul to Bansko - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Istanbul to Bansko by plane, bus, train, or car

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

Fly, bus
best
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Sofia Airport (SOF)IST - SOF
2. Take the bus from Sofia Airport Terminal 1 Bus Stop to Bansko New Station
5h 16m
$128–294
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Halkalı to Plovdiv
2. Take the bus from Plovdiv South to Bansko
15h 53m
$18–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Esenler to Plovdiv
2. Take the bus from Plovdiv South to Bansko
9h 30m
$30–33
Drive 555.2 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Bansko555.2 km
6h 7m
$88–127
Bus via Kavála
1. Take the bus from Istanbul to Kavala Central Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Kavala Central Bus Station to Bansko
12h

Istanbul (IST) to Sofia Airport (SOF) flights

21Weekly Planes

1h 18mAverage Duration

$72Cheapest Price

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Distance: 673.3 km
Duration: 5h 16m

What companies run services between Istanbul, Turkey and Bansko, Bulgaria?

You can take a bus from Istanbul Esenler to Bansko via Plovdiv South in around 9h 30m.

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