What is the cheapest way to get from Ruse to Istanbul (State)?

The cheapest way to get from Ruse to Istanbul (State) is to night train which costs 490 ₺ - 1.500 ₺ and takes 8h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ruse to Istanbul (State)?

The fastest way to get from Ruse to Istanbul (State) is to drive which takes 6h 55m and costs 4.100 ₺ - 6.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Ruse and Istanbul (State)?

No, there is no direct bus from Ruse to Istanbul (State). However, there are services departing from Ruse and arriving at İskenderpaşa via Bayrampaşa Devlet Hastanesi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Ruse and Istanbul (State)?

No, there is no direct train from Ruse to Istanbul (State). However, there are services departing from Ruse and arriving at Yenikapi via Svilengrad and Halkali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 51m.

How far is it from Ruse to Istanbul (State)?

The distance between Ruse and Istanbul (State) is 603 km. The road distance is 558.6 km.

How do I travel from Ruse to Istanbul (State) without a car?

The best way to get from Ruse to Istanbul (State) without a car is to night train and train which takes 9h 51m and costs 650 ₺ - 950 ₺.

How long does it take to get from Ruse to Istanbul (State)?

It takes approximately 9h 51m to get from Ruse to Istanbul (State), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ruse to Istanbul (State) bus from?

Ruse to Istanbul (State) bus services, operated by Metro Turizm, depart from Ruse station.

Where do I catch the Ruse to Istanbul (State) train from?

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

Where does the Ruse to Istanbul (State) bus arrive?

Ruse to Istanbul (State) bus services, operated by Metro Turizm, arrive at Istanbul Otogari station.

Where does the Ruse to Istanbul (State) train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ruse to Istanbul (State)?

Yes, the driving distance between Ruse to Istanbul (State) is 559 km. It takes approximately 6h 55m to drive from Ruse to Istanbul (State).

Where can I stay near Istanbul (State)?

There are 4333+ hotels available in Istanbul (State).

Ruse to Istanbul (State) - 6 ways to travel via train, night train, bus

There are 6 ways to get from Ruse to Istanbul (State) by night train, train, bus, car, shuttle, 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.

Night train, train
best
1. Take the night train from Ruse to Svilengradnighttrain Bosphor Express
2. Take the train from Svilengrad to Halkalıtrain
9h 51m
₺656–951
Night train
cheapest
1. Take the night train from Ruse to Halkalinighttrain Bosphor Express
8h 32m
₺492–1,492
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ruse Tsar Osvoboditel to Istanbul Büyük Otogaribus Citylines 55 / ...
11h 46m
₺1,557–2,121
Drive 558.6 km
1. Drive from Ruse to Istanbulcar 558.6 km
6h 55m
₺4,106–5,931
Bus via Bayrampaşa Devlet Hastanesi
1. Take the bus from Ruse to Istanbul Otogaribus
12h 48m
₺1,528–2,360
Shuttle, fly
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ruse to Varna Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Varna Airport (VAR) to Istanbul (IST)plane VAR - IST
7h 36m
₺10,832–30,709

Varna Airport (VAR) to Istanbul (IST) flights

11Weekly Planes

1h 7mAverage Duration

₺8,506Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ruse to Istanbul (State).

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Distance: 603.2 km
Duration: 9h 51m

What companies run services between Ruse, Bulgaria and Istanbul (State), Turkey?

Citylines operates a bus from Ruse Tsar Osvoboditel to Istanbul Büyük Otogari twice daily. Tickets cost ₺1,800–2,500 and the journey takes 11h 30m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) operates a vehicle from Ruse to Halkali twice a week. Tickets cost ₺430–1,402 and the journey takes 7h 54m.

Airlines