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

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Vama Ruse is to night train which costs $18 - $40 and takes 9h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Vama Ruse is to drive which takes 7h and costs $90 - $130.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Vama Ruse?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Istanbul and arriving at Vama Ruse. Services depart once a week, and operate Tuesday. The journey takes approximately 8h 52m.

How far is it from Istanbul to Vama Ruse?

The distance between Istanbul and Vama Ruse is 563 km. The road distance is 563.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Istanbul to Vama Ruse without a car is to bus which takes 8h 52m and costs $30 - $75.

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

The bus from Istanbul to Vama Ruse takes 8h 52m including transfers and departs once a week.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Vama Ruse bus from?

Istanbul to Vama Ruse bus services, operated by Chisinau Bus Station, depart from Istanbul station.

Where does the Istanbul to Vama Ruse bus arrive?

Istanbul to Vama Ruse bus services, operated by Chisinau Bus Station, arrive at Vama Ruse station.

Can I drive from Istanbul to Vama Ruse?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Vama Ruse is 564 km. It takes approximately 7h to drive from Istanbul to Vama Ruse.

Where can I stay near Vama Ruse?

There are 224+ hotels available in Vama Ruse.

Istanbul to Vama Ruse - 5 ways to travel via bus, night train, car, and Metro

There are 5 ways to get from Istanbul to Vama Ruse by bus, night train, car, train, 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 to Vama Rusebus
8h 52m
$30–75
Night train
cheapest
1. Take the night train from Halkali to Rusenighttrain Bosphor Express
9h 30m
$19–38
Drive 563.8 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Vama Rusecar 563.8 km
7h
$90–130
Metro, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Vezneciler to Gayrettepetrain
2. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)plane IST - OTP
3. Take the bus from Bucharest to Rusebus
7h 50m
Bus via Ruse Tsar Osvoboditel
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Büyük Otogari to Ruse Tsar Osvoboditelbus Citylines 56 / ...
14h 55m
$34–47

Istanbul (IST) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) flights

43Weekly Planes

1h 23mAverage Duration

$71Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Istanbul to Vama Ruse.

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Distance: 562.9 km
Duration: 8h 52m

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

Chisinau Bus Station operates a bus from Istanbul to Vama Ruse once a week. Tickets cost $30–75 and the journey takes 8h 52m. Alternatively, Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) operates a vehicle from Halkali to Ruse twice a week. Tickets cost $17–35 and the journey takes 7h 53m.

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