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

The cheapest way to get from Rakovski to Istanbul is to bus which costs 950 ₺ - 2.100 ₺ and takes 7h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rakovski to Istanbul is to drive which takes 3h 51m and costs 3.000 ₺ - 4.400 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Rakovski and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct bus from Rakovski to Istanbul station. However, there are services departing from Yasno pole and arriving at İstanbul Esenler bus station via Plovdiv Bus Station South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Rakovski and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct train from Rakovski to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Cheshnegirovo and arriving at Yenikapi via Svilengrad and Halkali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 14m.

How far is it from Rakovski to Istanbul?

The distance between Rakovski and Istanbul is 441 km. The road distance is 394.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Rakovski to Istanbul without a car is to bus which takes 7h 40m and costs 950 ₺ - 2.100 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 7h 40m to get from Rakovski to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rakovski to Istanbul bus from?

Rakovski to Istanbul bus services, operated by Kamil Koç, depart from Plovdiv Bus Station South.

Where do I catch the Rakovski to Istanbul train from?

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

Train or bus from Rakovski to Istanbul?

The best way to get from Rakovski to Istanbul is to bus which takes 7h 40m and costs 950 ₺ - 2.100 ₺. Alternatively, you can train via Svilengrad, which costs 2.200 ₺ - 2.900 ₺ and takes 9h 14m.

Where does the Rakovski to Istanbul bus arrive?

Rakovski to Istanbul bus services, operated by Kamil Koç, arrive at İstanbul Esenler bus station.

Where does the Rakovski to Istanbul train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rakovski to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Rakovski to Istanbul is 394 km. It takes approximately 3h 51m to drive from Rakovski to Istanbul.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 4235+ hotels available in Istanbul.

Rakovski to Istanbul - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Rakovski to Istanbul by bus, train, or car

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Plovdiv Bus Station South to İstanbul Esenler bus stationbus FlixBus N1999
7h 40m
₺961–2,047
Train via Svilengrad
1. Take the train from Cheshnegirovo to Svilengradtrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Svilengrad to Halkalıtrain
9h 14m
₺2,233–2,823
Drive 394.1 km
1. Drive from Rakovski to Istanbulcar 394.1 km
3h 51m
₺3,040–4,391
Bus via Манолско Конаре
1. Take the bus from Plovdiv Hristo Botev to Istanbul Büyük Otogaribus Citylines 40 / ...
7h 47m
₺1,804–3,612
Train
1. Take the train from Cheshnegirovo to Istanbul(Halkali)train Ic
12h 48m
₺2,104–2,588

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Distance: 440.9 km
Duration: 7h 40m

What companies run services between Rakovski, Plovdiv, Bulgaria and Istanbul, Turkey?

Kamil Koç operates a bus from Plovdiv Bus Station South to İstanbul Esenler bus station twice daily. Tickets cost ₺600–850 and the journey takes 5h 45m. Alpar Turizm also services this route once daily. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Rakovski to Yenikapi via Cheshnegirovo, Svilengrad, and Halkali in around 9h 14m.

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