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

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Nesebar is to bus which costs $24 - $35 and takes 6h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Nesebar is to drive which takes 4h 48m and costs $50 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Nesebar?

No, there is no direct bus from Istanbul to Nesebar. However, there are services departing from Istanbul Esenler Otogari and arriving at Nesebar via Sunny Beach. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 57m.

How far is it from Istanbul to Nesebar?

The distance between Istanbul and Nesebar is 356 km. The road distance is 334.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Istanbul to Nesebar without a car is to bus which takes 6h 57m and costs $24 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 6h 57m to get from Istanbul to Nesebar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Nesebar bus from?

Istanbul to Nesebar bus services, operated by Arda-Tur, depart from Istanbul Esenler Otogari station.

Where does the Istanbul to Nesebar bus arrive?

Istanbul to Nesebar bus services, operated by Arda-Tur, arrive at Sunny Beach Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Istanbul and Nesebar?

Nesebar is 1h behind Istanbul. It is currently 2:29 AM in Istanbul and 1:29 AM in Nesebar.

Can I drive from Istanbul to Nesebar?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Nesebar is 335 km. It takes approximately 4h 48m to drive from Istanbul to Nesebar.

Where can I stay near Nesebar?

There are 2117+ hotels available in Nesebar.

Istanbul to Nesebar - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Istanbul to Nesebar by bus, night train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Sunny Beach Bus StationArda-Tur
6h 57m
$25–33
Bus via Istanbul Otogari
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Sunny Beach
7h 22m
$15–49
Night train, train
1. Take the night train from Halkali to Stara ZagoraBosphor Express
2. Take the train from Stara Zagora to Vladimir Pavlov8611 / ...
12h 18m
$19–40
Drive 334.8 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Nesebar334.8 km
4h 48m
$53–77

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 355.8 km
Duration: 6h 57m

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

Arda-Tur operates a bus from Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Sunny Beach Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost $24–45 and the journey takes 6h 35m. Citylines also services this route once daily.

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