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

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Chepelare is to bus which costs $33 and takes 9h.

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

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Chepelare is to drive which takes 5h 16m and costs $70 - $110.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Chepelare?

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

How far is it from Istanbul to Chepelare?

The distance between Istanbul and Chepelare is 492 km. The road distance is 448.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Istanbul to Chepelare without a car is to bus which takes 9h and costs $33.

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

It takes approximately 9h to get from Istanbul to Chepelare, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Chepelare bus from?

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

Where does the Istanbul to Chepelare bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Istanbul to Chepelare?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Chepelare is 449 km. It takes approximately 5h 16m to drive from Istanbul to Chepelare.

Where can I stay near Chepelare?

There are 55+ hotels available in Chepelare.

Istanbul to Chepelare - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Istanbul to Chepelare by bus, train, taxi, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Esenler to Plovdivbus
2. Take the bus from Plovdiv to Chepelarebus
9h
$32
Train, taxi
1. Take the train from Halkalı to Plovdivtrain
2. Take the taxi from Plovdiv to Chepelaretaxi
13h 2m
$66–88
Drive 448.8 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Chepelarecar 448.8 km
5h 16m
$71–103
Bus via Istanbul Büyük Otogari
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Büyük Otogari to Plovdiv Hristo Botevbus Citylines 35 / ...
2. Take the bus from Plovdiv to Chepelarebus
11h 30m
$36–39

Istanbul to Chepelare by bus

7Weekly Buses

9hAverage Duration

$32Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 492 km
Duration: 9h

What companies run services between Istanbul, Turkey and Chepelare, Oblast Smolyan, Bulgaria?

You can take a bus from Istanbul Esenler to Chepelare via Plovdiv in around 9h.

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