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

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Smolyan is to train and bus which costs $21 - $28 and takes 16h.

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

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Smolyan is to drive which takes 6h 6m and costs $70 - $110.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Smolyan?

No, there is no direct bus from Istanbul to Smolyan. However, there are services departing from Istanbul Esenler and arriving at Smolyan via Plovdiv. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 30m.

How far is it from Istanbul to Smolyan?

The distance between Istanbul and Smolyan is 518 km. The road distance is 445.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Istanbul to Smolyan without a car is to bus which takes 9h 30m and costs $34.

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

It takes approximately 9h 30m to get from Istanbul to Smolyan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Smolyan bus from?

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

Where does the Istanbul to Smolyan bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Istanbul and Smolyan?

Smolyan is 1h behind Istanbul. It is currently 11:35 AM in Istanbul and 10:35 AM in Smolyan.

Can I drive from Istanbul to Smolyan?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Smolyan is 445 km. It takes approximately 6h 6m to drive from Istanbul to Smolyan.

Where can I stay near Smolyan?

There are 621+ hotels available in Smolyan.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Istanbul to Smolyan by bus, train, car, or plane

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 to Plovdiv
2. Take the bus from Plovdiv to Smolyan
9h 30m
$33
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Halkalı to Plovdiv
2. Take the bus from Plovdiv to Smolyan
16h
$22–28
Drive 445.4 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Smolyan445.4 km
6h 6m
$71–102
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Istanbul Airport Bus
2. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Sofia Airport (SOF)IST - SOF
3. Take the bus from Sofia Airport Terminal 1 Bus Stop to Plovdiv Bus Station South
4. Take the bus from Plovdiv to Smolyan
11h 39m
$111–246
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 Smolyan
10h 25m
$37–44

Istanbul to Smolyan by bus

7Weekly Buses

9h 30mAverage Duration

$33Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 518.5 km
Duration: 9h 30m

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

You can take a bus from Istanbul Esenler to Smolyan via Plovdiv in around 9h 30m.

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