There are 4 ways to get from Istanbul to Shipka by bus, rideshare, 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- Take the bus from Istanbul Büyük Otogari to Kazanlak Bus Stationbus Huntur
7h 56m$40–50Rideshare
cheapest- Take the rideshare from İstanbul to Shipka408.8 km
5h 53m$16Bus via Stara Zagora
- Take the bus from Istanbul Kemal Pasa to Stara Zagora Autoscrapbus
8h 40m$69–95Drive 408.8 km
- Drive from Istanbul to Shipkacar 408.8 km
4h 49m$65–93
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Shipka is to rideshare which costs $16 and takes 5h 53m.
The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Shipka is to drive which takes 4h 49m and costs $60 - $95.
No, there is no direct bus from Istanbul to Shipka. However, there are services departing from Istanbul Büyük Otogari and arriving at Shipka via Kazanlak. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 56m.
The distance between Istanbul and Shipka is 411 km. The road distance is 408.8 km.
The best way to get from Istanbul to Shipka without a car is to bus which takes 7h 56m and costs $40 - $50.
It takes approximately 7h 56m to get from Istanbul to Shipka, including transfers.
Istanbul to Shipka bus services, operated by Huntur, depart from Istanbul Büyük Otogari station.
Istanbul to Shipka bus services, operated by Huntur, arrive at Kazanlak Bus Station.
Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Shipka is 409 km. It takes approximately 4h 49m to drive from Istanbul to Shipka.
There are 18+ hotels available in Shipka.
What companies run services between Istanbul, Turkey and Shipka, Oblast Stara Zagora, Bulgaria?
Huntur operates a bus from Istanbul Büyük Otogari to Kazanlak Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost $40–50 and the journey takes 7h.
- Phone
- +90544 210 2535
- Website
- luksistanbul.com
Bus from Istanbul Kemal Pasa to Stara Zagora Autoscrap
- Ave. Duration
- 6h
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- $65–95
- Schedules at
- luksistanbul.com
- Phone
- +3 318 576 2228
- Website
- blablacar.com
Rideshare from İstanbul to Shipka
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 53m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- $16
- Schedules at
- blablacar.com
Want to know more about travelling around the world?
Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Read our range of informative guides on popular transport routes and companies - including How to plan an amazing trip around Scandinavia, Slovenia: Getting from Ljubljana to Lake Bled, and How to get from London City Airport into central London - to help you get the most out of your next trip.
More Questions & Answers
Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Istanbul and Shipka. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.