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

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Razlog is to train and bus which costs $19 - $27 and takes 16h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Razlog is to fly and bus which takes 5h 6m and costs $120 - $310.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Razlog?

No, there is no direct bus from Istanbul to Razlog. However, there are services departing from Istanbul Esenler and arriving at Razlog via Plovdiv. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 18m.

How far is it from Istanbul to Razlog?

The distance between Istanbul and Razlog is 668 km. The road distance is 553.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Istanbul to Razlog without a car is to bus which takes 10h 18m and costs $32.

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

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Istanbul to Razlog, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Razlog bus from?

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

Where does the Istanbul to Razlog bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Istanbul and Razlog?

Razlog is 1h behind Istanbul. It is currently 3:52 PM in Istanbul and 2:52 PM in Razlog.

Can I drive from Istanbul to Razlog?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Razlog is 553 km. It takes approximately 6h 5m to drive from Istanbul to Razlog.

Where can I stay near Razlog?

There are 1226+ hotels available in Razlog.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Istanbul to Razlog 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 Razlog Bus Stop
5h 6m
$123–304
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Halkalı to Plovdiv
2. Take the bus from Plovdiv to Razlog
16h 41m
$20–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Esenler to Plovdiv
2. Take the bus from Plovdiv to Razlog
10h 18m
$32
Drive 553.4 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Razlog553.4 km
6h 5m
$88–126
Bus via Istanbul Esenler Otogari
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Plovdiv Bus Station SouthArda - Tur
2. Take the bus from Plovdiv to Razlog
11h 28m
$35–40

Istanbul to Razlog by bus

7Weekly Buses

10h 18mAverage Duration

$32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 668.1 km
Duration: 5h 6m

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

You can take a bus from Istanbul Esenler to Razlog via Plovdiv in around 10h 18m.

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