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

The cheapest way to get from Petrich to Istanbul is to bus which costs 1.500 ₺ - 2.100 ₺ and takes 13h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Petrich to Istanbul is to drive which takes 7h 13m and costs 4.000 ₺ - 6.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Petrich and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct bus from Petrich to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Petrich and arriving at Istanbul Büyük Otogari via Bansko and Plovdiv Hristo Botev. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Petrich and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct train from Petrich to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Petrich and arriving at Yenikapi via Sofia and Halkali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 15m.

How far is it from Petrich to Istanbul?

The distance between Petrich and Istanbul is 755 km. The road distance is 584.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Petrich to Istanbul without a car is to train and bus which takes 12h 8m and costs 1.600 ₺ - 2.500 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 12h 8m to get from Petrich to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Petrich to Istanbul bus from?

Petrich to Istanbul bus services, operated by Municipality of Bansko, depart from Petrich station.

Where do I catch the Petrich to Istanbul train from?

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

Train or bus from Petrich to Istanbul?

The best way to get from Petrich to Istanbul is to train which takes 17h 15m and costs 950 ₺ - 4.500 ₺. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 1.500 ₺ - 2.100 ₺ and takes 13h 50m.

Where does the Petrich to Istanbul bus arrive?

Petrich to Istanbul bus services, operated by Municipality of Bansko, arrive at Bansko station.

What is the time difference between Petrich and Istanbul?

Istanbul is 1h ahead of Petrich. It is currently 7:23 AM in Petrich and 8:23 AM in Istanbul.

Where does the Petrich to Istanbul train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Petrich to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Petrich to Istanbul is 585 km. It takes approximately 7h 13m to drive from Petrich to Istanbul.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 4286+ hotels available in Istanbul.

Petrich to Istanbul - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Petrich to Istanbul by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Petrich to Blagoevgradtrain 5612 / ...
2. Take the bus from Blagoevgrad to Istanbulbus
12h 8m
₺1,644–2,430
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Petrich to Sofiatrain 5612 / ...
2. Take the train from Sofia to Halkalıtrain
17h 15m
₺973–4,408
Drive 584.6 km
1. Drive from Petrich to Istanbulcar 584.6 km
7h 13m
₺4,048–5,847
Drive, train to Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia, fly to Istanbul
1. Drive from Petrich to Rodopoliscar
2. Take the train from Rodopolis to Thessalonikitrain
3. Fly from Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia (SKG) to Istanbul (IST)plane SKG - IST
7h 50m
₺4,592–9,241
Bus
1. Take the bus from Petrich to Banskobus
2. Take the bus from Bansko to Plovdiv Southbus
3. Take the bus from Plovdiv Hristo Botev to Istanbul Büyük Otogaribus
13h 50m
₺1,574–2,077
Train to Sofia Airport, fly to Istanbul
1. Take the train from Petrich to Zaharna Fabrikatrain
2. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Istanbul (IST)plane SOF - IST
9h 28m
₺3,920–9,483
Train to Sofia Airport, fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
1. Take the train from Petrich to Zaharna Fabrikatrain
2. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)plane SOF - SAW
9h 31m
₺4,433–12,504
Drive, train to Skopje International Airport, fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
1. Drive from Petrich to Miravtsicar
2. Take the train from Miravtsi to Skopje, Transporten Centartrain
3. Fly from Skopje International Airport (SKP) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)plane SKP - SAW
11h 45m
₺2,858–11,288

Petrich to Istanbul by train and bus

7Weekly Services

12h 8mAverage Duration

₺1,644Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 755.1 km
Duration: 12h 8m

What companies run services between Petrich, Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria and Istanbul, Turkey?

You can take a train from Petrich to Yenikapi via Sofia and Halkali in around 17h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Petrich to Istanbul Büyük Otogari via Bansko and Plovdiv Hristo Botev in around 13h 50m.

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