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

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Ruse is to night train which costs $18 - $40 and takes 9h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Ruse is to bus and fly and shuttle which takes 6h 30m and costs $190 - $490.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Ruse?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Istanbul Otogari and arriving at Ruse. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12h.

Is there a direct train between Istanbul and Ruse?

No, there is no direct train from Istanbul to Ruse. However, there are services departing from Yenikapi and arriving at Ruse via Halkali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 32m.

How far is it from Istanbul to Ruse?

The distance between Istanbul and Ruse is 598 km. The road distance is 558.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Istanbul to Ruse without a car is to bus and night train which takes 9h 5m and costs $25 - $50.

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

It takes approximately 9h 5m to get from Istanbul to Ruse, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Ruse bus from?

Istanbul to Ruse bus services, operated by Metro Turizm, depart from Istanbul Otogari station.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Ruse train from?

Istanbul to Ruse train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Halkali station.

Where does the Istanbul to Ruse bus arrive?

Istanbul to Ruse bus services, operated by Metro Turizm, arrive at Ruse station.

What is the time difference between Istanbul and Ruse?

Ruse is 1h behind Istanbul. It is currently 7:18 PM in Istanbul and 6:18 PM in Ruse.

Where does the Istanbul to Ruse train arrive?

Istanbul to Ruse train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Ruse station.

Can I drive from Istanbul to Ruse?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Ruse is 558 km. It takes approximately 6h 52m to drive from Istanbul to Ruse.

How do I get a bus ticket from Istanbul to Ruse?

Book your Istanbul to Ruse bus tickets online with Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Ruse?

There are 208+ hotels available in Ruse.

Istanbul to Ruse - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Istanbul to Ruse by bus, night train, car, plane, shuttle, or train

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

Bus, night train
best
1. Take the bus from Istanbul to Vama Kapikule
2. Take the night train from Kapikule to RuseBosphor Express
9h 5m
$25–49
Night train
cheapest
1. Take the night train from Halkali to RuseBosphor Express
9h 32m
$19–36
Drive 558.1 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Ruse558.1 km
6h 52m
$88–127
Bus to Istanbul, fly to Bucharest Otopeni, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Istanbul Airport Bus
2. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)IST - OTP
3. Take a shuttle bus from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Ruse
6h 30m
$193–487
Bus
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Ruse
12h
$30–50
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Büyük Otogari to Shumen Kaliakra Bus StopCitylines 56 / ...
2. Take the train from Shumen to Ruse90104
15h 50m
$33–41
Metro to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, fly to Bucharest Otopeni, shuttle
1. Take the train from Ayrılık Çeşmesi to Sabiha Gokcen Airport
2. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)SAW - OTP
3. Take a shuttle bus from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Ruse
6h 31m
Bus to Istanbul, fly to Varna Airport, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Istanbul Airport Bus
2. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Varna Airport (VAR)IST - VAR
3. Take a shuttle bus from Varna Airport to Ruse
8h 20m
$213–567

Istanbul to Ruse by bus and train

7Weekly Services

15h 50mAverage Duration

$33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 598.3 km
Duration: 9h 5m

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

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) operates a vehicle from Halkali to Ruse twice a week. Tickets cost $18–35 and the journey takes 7h 53m. Alternatively, Metro Turizm operates a bus from Istanbul Otogari to Ruse once daily. Tickets cost $17–41 and the journey takes 12h. Ruse Bus also services this route 4 times a week.

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