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

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to German is to train which costs $14 - $24 and takes 16h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to German is to drive which takes 4h 50m and costs $85 - $130.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and German?

No, there is no direct bus from Istanbul station to German. However, there are services departing from İstanbul Esenler bus station and arriving at Детско Градче - По Желание via Централна Гара and Умбал Св. Анна. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 22m.

How far is it from Istanbul to German?

The distance between Istanbul and German is 588 km. The road distance is 538.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Istanbul to German without a car is to bus which takes 8h 38m and costs $27.

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

It takes approximately 8h 38m to get from Istanbul to German, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to German bus from?

Istanbul to German bus services, operated by Kamil Koc, depart from İstanbul Esenler bus station.

Train or bus from Istanbul to German?

The best way to get from Istanbul to German is to bus which takes 8h 38m and costs $27. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $14 - $24 and takes 16h 20m.

Where does the Istanbul to German bus arrive?

Istanbul to German bus services, operated by Kamil Koc, arrive at Sofia station.

Can I drive from Istanbul to German?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to German is 539 km. It takes approximately 4h 50m to drive from Istanbul to German.

Where can I stay near German?

There are 2175+ hotels available in German.

Istanbul to German - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, Metro, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Istanbul to German 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 Istanbul Esenler to Sofiabus
8h 38m
$27
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Halkalı to Sofiatrain
16h 20m
$15–24
Drive 538.7 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Germancar 538.7 km
4h 50m
$85–123
Metro to Istanbul, fly, line 6 train
1. Take the train from Vezneciler to Gayrettepetrain
2. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane IST - SOF
3. Take the train from Умбал Св. Анна to село Германtrain
5h 13m
Bus via İstanbul Esenler bus station
1. Take the bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Sofiabus FlixBus N1999
9h 22m
$17–40
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Sofia Airport Terminal 2 Bus Stationbus Arda-Tur
9h 37m
$46–68
Metro to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, fly
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 34m
Bus to Burgas Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Istanbul to Burgasbus
2. Fly from Burgas Airport (BOJ) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane BOJ - SOF
8h 32m
$87–188

Istanbul to German by bus and train

7Weekly Services

8h 38mAverage Duration

$27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 588.5 km
Duration: 8h 38m

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

Luks Yonca operates a bus from Istanbul Esenler to Sofia once daily. Tickets cost $27 and the journey takes 7h 30m. Alternatively, Turkish Railways (TCDD) operates a train from Halkalı to Sofia once daily. Tickets cost $14–23 and the journey takes 13h 40m.

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