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

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Sliven is to night train and train which costs $15 - $40 and takes 10h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Sliven is to drive which takes 4h 10m and costs $55 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Sliven?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Istanbul Büyük Otogari and arriving at Sliven Central Bus Station station. Services depart five times a week, and operate Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 7h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Istanbul and Sliven?

No, there is no direct train from Istanbul to Sliven. However, there are services departing from Yenikapi and arriving at Sliven via Halkali, Stara Zagora and Zimnitsa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 43m.

How far is it from Istanbul to Sliven?

The distance between Istanbul and Sliven is 359 km. The road distance is 367 km.

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

The best way to get from Istanbul to Sliven without a car is to bus which takes 7h 30m and costs $25 - $29.

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

The bus from Istanbul Büyük Otogari to Sliven Central Bus Station takes 7h 30m including transfers and departs five times a week.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Sliven bus from?

Istanbul to Sliven bus services, operated by Citylines, depart from Istanbul Büyük Otogari station.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Sliven train from?

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

Where does the Istanbul to Sliven bus arrive?

Istanbul to Sliven bus services, operated by Citylines, arrive at Sliven Central Bus Station.

Where does the Istanbul to Sliven train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Istanbul to Sliven?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Sliven is 367 km. It takes approximately 4h 10m to drive from Istanbul to Sliven.

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

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Where can I stay near Sliven?

There are 76+ hotels available in Sliven.

Istanbul to Sliven - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Istanbul to Sliven 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 Büyük Otogari to Sliven Central Bus Stationbus Citylines 32
7h 30m
$25–29
Night train, train
cheapest
1. Take the night train from Halkali to Stara Zagoranighttrain Bosphor Express
2. Take the train from Stara Zagora to Zimnitsatrain Ic
10h 43m
$16–36
Drive 367 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Slivencar 367 km
4h 10m
$58–84
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Istanbul to Burgasbus Istanbul-Burgas / ...
2. Take the train from Vladimir Pavlov to Sliventrain Ic / ...
7h 32m
$38–41
Bus via Burgas
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Burgas Westbus
2. Take the bus from Burgas Central Bus Station West to Sliven Central Bus Stationbus Union Ivkoni
8h 35m

Istanbul to Sliven by bus

8Weekly Buses

7h 30mAverage Duration

$25Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Istanbul to Sliven.

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Distance: 359.1 km
Duration: 7h 30m

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

Citylines operates a bus from Istanbul Büyük Otogari to Sliven Central Bus Station 4 times a week. Tickets cost $35–40 and the journey takes 7h 30m. Huntur also services this route 4 times a week.

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