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

The cheapest way to get from Kyustendil to Istanbul is to train which costs 800 ₺ - 4.100 ₺ and takes 16h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kyustendil to Istanbul is to drive which takes 6h 20m and costs 4.100 ₺ - 6.500 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Kyustendil and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct bus from Kyustendil to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Kyustendil and arriving at Istanbul Esenler via Tsŭrvenyano and Sofia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Kyustendil and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct train from Kyustendil to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Kyustendil and arriving at Yenikapi via Sofia and Halkali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 20m.

How far is it from Kyustendil to Istanbul?

The distance between Kyustendil and Istanbul is 651 km. The road distance is 612.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Kyustendil to Istanbul without a car is to bus which takes 10h 21m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 10h 21m to get from Kyustendil to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kyustendil to Istanbul bus from?

Kyustendil to Istanbul bus services, operated by Kyustendil Municipality Transport, depart from Tsŭrvenyano station.

Where do I catch the Kyustendil to Istanbul train from?

Kyustendil to Istanbul train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Kyustendil station.

Train or bus from Kyustendil to Istanbul?

The best way to get from Kyustendil to Istanbul is to bus which takes 10h 21m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs 800 ₺ - 4.100 ₺ and takes 16h 20m.

Where does the Kyustendil to Istanbul bus arrive?

Kyustendil to Istanbul bus services, operated by Kyustendil Municipality Transport, arrive at Sofia station.

What is the time difference between Kyustendil and Istanbul?

Istanbul is 1h ahead of Kyustendil. It is currently 4:48 PM in Kyustendil and 5:48 PM in Istanbul.

Where does the Kyustendil to Istanbul train arrive?

Kyustendil to Istanbul train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Sofia station.

Can I drive from Kyustendil to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Kyustendil to Istanbul is 612 km. It takes approximately 6h 20m to drive from Kyustendil to Istanbul.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 4352+ hotels available in Istanbul.

Kyustendil to Istanbul - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and Metro

There are 9 ways to get from Kyustendil to Istanbul 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 Tsŭrvenyano to Sofiabus
2. Take the bus from Sofia to Istanbul Esenlerbus
10h 21m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kyustendil to Sofiatrain 6622 / ...
2. Take the train from Sofia to Halkalıtrain
16h 20m
₺844–4,105
Drive 612.2 km
1. Drive from Kyustendil to Istanbulcar 612.2 km
6h 20m
₺4,174–6,028
Bus, bus to Sofia Airport, fly to Istanbul, Metro
1. Take the bus from Kyustendil to Tsŭrvenyanobus
2. Take the bus from Tsŭrvenyano to Sofiabus
3. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Istanbul (IST)plane SOF - IST
4. Take the train from Gayrettepe to Veznecilertrain
7h 58m
Bus via İstanbul Esenler bus station
1. Take the bus from Tsŭrvenyano to Sofiabus
2. Take the bus from Sofia to İstanbul Esenler bus stationbus FlixBus N1999
11h 21m
Bus via Istanbul Büyük Otogari
1. Take the bus from Dragomirovo to Sofiabus
2. Take the bus from Sofia Serdica Bus Station to Istanbul Büyük Otogaribus Citylines 40 / ...
11h 21m
Bus, bus to Sofia Airport, fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, Metro
1. Take the bus from Kyustendil to Tsŭrvenyanobus
2. Take the bus from Tsŭrvenyano to Sofiabus
3. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)plane SOF - SAW
4. Take the train from Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Ayrılık Çeşmesitrain
8h
Bus to Skopje International Airport, fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
1. Take the bus from Kyustendil to Skopje, Transporten Centarbus
2. Fly from Skopje International Airport (SKP) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)plane SKP - SAW
11h 40m
₺2,679–8,742
Bus to Skopje International Airport, fly to Istanbul
1. Take the bus from Kyustendil to Skopje, Transporten Centarbus
2. Fly from Skopje International Airport (SKP) to Istanbul (IST)plane SKP - IST
11h 33m
₺4,966–12,921

Sofia Airport (SOF) to Istanbul (IST) flights

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2h 23mAverage Duration

₺3,440Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kyustendil to Istanbul.

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Distance: 650.9 km
Duration: 10h 21m

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

You can take a bus from Kyustendil to Istanbul Esenler via Tsŭrvenyano and Sofia in around 10h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kyustendil to Yenikapi via Sofia and Halkali in around 16h 20m.

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