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 $19 - $40 and takes 9h 37m.

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 6h 56m and costs $85 - $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 562.2 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 - $80.

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.

What is the time difference between Istanbul and Vama Ruse?

Vama Ruse is 1h behind Istanbul. It is currently 9:25 AM in Istanbul and 8:25 AM in Vama Ruse.

Can I drive from Istanbul to Vama Ruse?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Vama Ruse is 562 km. It takes approximately 6h 56m to drive from Istanbul to Vama Ruse.

Where can I stay near Vama Ruse?

There are 208+ hotels available in Vama Ruse.

Istanbul to Vama Ruse - 7 ways to travel via bus, night train, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Istanbul to Vama 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
best
1. Take the bus from Istanbul to Vama Ruse
8h 52m
$30–80
Night train
cheapest
1. Take the night train from Halkali to RuseBosphor Express
9h 37m
$20–38
Drive 562.2 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Vama Ruse562.2 km
6h 56m
$90–130
Bus to Istanbul, fly, 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
7h 40m
$194–488
Bus via Istanbul Kemal Pasa
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Kemal Pasa to Ruse Cruise RUSE
9h 51m
$65–95
Bus via Ruse
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Büyük Otogari to Ruse Central Bus StationHuntur
13h 40m
$37–51
Metro to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, fly, 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
7h 41m

Istanbul (IST) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) flights

40Weekly Planes

1h 25mAverage Duration

$61Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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 $30–80 and the journey takes 8h 52m. Alternatively, Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) operates a vehicle from Halkali to Ruse twice a week. Tickets cost $18–35 and the journey takes 7h 53m.

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