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

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Velingrad is to train and taxi which costs $40 - $55 and takes 13h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Velingrad is to drive which takes 4h 56m and costs $75 - $120.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Velingrad?

No, there is no direct bus from Istanbul to Velingrad. However, there are services departing from Istanbul Esenler and arriving at Velingrad via Plovdiv. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 22m.

How far is it from Istanbul to Velingrad?

The distance between Istanbul and Velingrad is 503 km. The road distance is 490.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Istanbul to Velingrad without a car is to bus which takes 8h 22m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h 22m to get from Istanbul to Velingrad, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Velingrad bus from?

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

Where does the Istanbul to Velingrad bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Istanbul and Velingrad?

Velingrad is 1h behind Istanbul. It is currently 2:46 PM in Istanbul and 1:46 PM in Velingrad.

Can I drive from Istanbul to Velingrad?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Velingrad is 490 km. It takes approximately 4h 56m to drive from Istanbul to Velingrad.

Where can I stay near Velingrad?

There are 245+ hotels available in Velingrad.

Istanbul to Velingrad - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Istanbul to Velingrad by bus, train, taxi, 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 Esenler to Plovdiv
2. Take the bus from Plovdiv to Velingrad
8h 22m
Train, taxi
cheapest
1. Take the train from Halkalı to Pazardjik
2. Take the taxi from Pazardjik to Velingrad
13h 29m
$42–55
Drive 490.1 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Velingrad490.1 km
4h 56m
$78–112
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 Velingrad
9h 17m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 503.3 km
Duration: 8h 22m

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

You can take a bus from Istanbul Esenler to Velingrad via Plovdiv in around 8h 22m.

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