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

The cheapest way to get from Lozenets to Istanbul is to bus which costs 1.227 ₺ and takes 8h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lozenets to Istanbul is to drive which takes 4h 58m and costs 3.700 ₺ - 5.500 ₺.

Is there a direct train between Lozenets and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct train from Lozenets to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from James Bourchier and arriving at Yenikapi via Sofia and Halkali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 37m.

How far is it from Lozenets to Istanbul?

The distance between Lozenets and Istanbul is 565 km. The road distance is 546.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Lozenets to Istanbul without a car is to bus which takes 8h 10m and costs 1.227 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 8h 10m to get from Lozenets to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lozenets to Istanbul train from?

Lozenets to Istanbul train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), depart from Sofia station.

Train or bus from Lozenets to Istanbul?

The best way to get from Lozenets to Istanbul is to bus which takes 8h 10m and costs 1.227 ₺. Alternatively, you can train, which costs 700 ₺ - 4.000 ₺ and takes 13h 37m.

Where does the Lozenets to Istanbul train arrive?

Lozenets to Istanbul train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), arrive at Halkalı station.

Can I drive from Lozenets to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Lozenets to Istanbul is 546 km. It takes approximately 4h 58m to drive from Lozenets to Istanbul.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 4286+ hotels available in Istanbul.

Lozenets to Istanbul - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 10 tram

There are 7 ways to get from Lozenets to Istanbul by bus, train, car, tram, 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 Sofia to Istanbul Esenlerbus
8h 10m
₺1,226
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Sofia to Halkalıtrain
13h 37m
₺702–3,971
Drive 546.4 km
1. Drive from Lozenets to Istanbulcar 546.4 km
4h 58m
₺3,787–5,469
Line 10 tram, fly to Istanbul, Metro
1. Take the tram from Energoproekt to bul. Vasil Levskitram
2. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Istanbul (IST)plane SOF - IST
3. Take the train from Gayrettepe to Veznecilertrain
5h 38m
Bus via Istanbul Büyük Otogari
1. Take the bus from Sofia Serdica Bus Station to Istanbul Büyük Otogaribus Citylines 40 / ...
9h 8m
₺1,626–2,326
Bus via İstanbul Esenler bus station
1. Take the bus from Sofia to İstanbul Esenler bus stationbus FlixBus N1999
9h 10m
₺776–1,826
Fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, Metro
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)plane SOF - SAW
2. Take the train from Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Ayrılık Çeşmesitrain
5h 41m

Sofia Airport (SOF) to Istanbul (IST) flights

28Weekly Planes

2h 23mAverage Duration

₺3,074Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Lozenets to Istanbul.

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Distance: 565.4 km
Duration: 8h 10m

What companies run services between Lozenets, Sofia-grad, Bulgaria and Istanbul, Turkey?

Luks Yonca operates a bus from Sofia to Istanbul Esenler once daily. Tickets cost ₺1,200 and the journey takes 7h. Alternatively, Turkish Railways (TCDD) operates a train from Sofia to Halkalı once daily. Tickets cost ₺650–3,809 and the journey takes 11h 49m.

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