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

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Velingrad is to bus which costs $16 - $40 and takes 9h 37m.

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 55m and costs $75 - $120.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Velingrad?

No, there is no direct bus from Istanbul station to Velingrad. However, there are services departing from İstanbul Esenler bus station and arriving at Velingrad via Plovdiv. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 37m.

How far is it from Istanbul to Velingrad?

The distance between Istanbul and Velingrad is 490 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 9h 37m and costs $16 - $40.

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

It takes approximately 9h 37m 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 Kamil Koç, depart from İstanbul Esenler bus station.

Where does the Istanbul to Velingrad bus arrive?

Istanbul to Velingrad bus services, operated by Kamil Koç, arrive at Plovdiv Bus Station South.

Can I drive from Istanbul to Velingrad?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Velingrad is 490 km. It takes approximately 4h 55m to drive from Istanbul to Velingrad.

Where can I stay near Velingrad?

There are 273+ 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 İstanbul Esenler bus station to Plovdiv Bus Station Southbus FlixBus N1999
2. Take the bus from Plovdiv to Velingradbus
9h 37m
$16–38
Train, taxi
1. Take the train from Halkalı to Pazardjiktrain
2. Take the taxi from Pazardjik to Velingradtaxi
13h 20m
$42–55
Drive 490.1 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Velingradcar 490.1 km
4h 55m
$78–112
Bus via Istanbul Büyük Otogari
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Büyük Otogari to Plovdiv Hristo Botevbus Citylines 35 / ...
2. Take the bus from Plovdiv to Velingradbus
10h 52m
$28–33

Istanbul to Velingrad by bus

7Weekly Buses

9h 37mAverage Duration

$16Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 489.8 km
Duration: 9h 37m

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

You can take a bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Velingrad via Plovdiv in around 9h 37m.

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