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

The cheapest way to get from Sandanski to Istanbul is to bus which costs 1.600 ₺ - 2.400 ₺ and takes 11h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sandanski to Istanbul is to drive and fly which takes 5h 26m and costs 3.200 ₺ - 6.500 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Sandanski and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct bus from Sandanski station to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Sandanski Bus Station and arriving at Istanbul Esenler Otogari via Kavala Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 50m.

How far is it from Sandanski to Istanbul?

The distance between Sandanski and Istanbul is 883 km. The road distance is 592.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Sandanski to Istanbul without a car is to bus via Kavála which takes 10h 50m and costs 2.400 ₺ - 3.600 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 5h 26m to get from Sandanski to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sandanski to Istanbul bus from?

Sandanski to Istanbul bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, depart from Sandanski Bus Station.

Where does the Sandanski to Istanbul bus arrive?

Sandanski to Istanbul bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, arrive at Kavala Central Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Sandanski and Istanbul?

Istanbul is 1h ahead of Sandanski. It is currently 3:35 PM in Sandanski and 4:35 PM in Istanbul.

Can I drive from Sandanski to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Sandanski to Istanbul is 593 km. It takes approximately 7h 11m to drive from Sandanski to Istanbul.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 4554+ hotels available in Istanbul.

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

There are 9 ways to get from Sandanski to Istanbul by car, plane, bus, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Drive to Skopje International Airport, fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
best
1. Drive from Sandanski to Skopje-Airport-SKP
2. Fly from Skopje International Airport (SKP) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)SKP - SAW
5h 26m
₺3,213–6,199
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sandanski to Sofia
2. Take the train from Sofia to Halkalı
16h 4m
₺986–4,155
Bus via Kavála
1. Take the bus from Sandanski Bus Station to Kavala Central Bus StationUnion Ivkoni - Unibus 3282
2. Take the bus from Kavala Central Bus Station to Istanbul Esenler OtogariArda-Tur
10h 50m
₺2,476–3,534
Drive 592.6 km
1. Drive from Sandanski to Istanbul592.6 km
7h 11m
₺3,999–5,777
Drive to Skopje International Airport, fly to Istanbul, bus
1. Drive from Sandanski to Skopje-Airport-SKP
2. Fly from Skopje International Airport (SKP) to Istanbul (IST)SKP - IST
3. Take the bus from Istanbul Airport Bus to Istanbul Otogari
6h 2m
₺5,330–11,158
Bus to Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia, fly to Istanbul, bus
1. Take the bus from Sandanski Bus Station to Thessaloniki Train Station Bus Stop
2. Fly from Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia (SKG) to Istanbul (IST)SKG - IST
3. Take the bus from Istanbul Airport Bus to Istanbul Otogari
8h 55m
₺4,164–10,414
Bus to Sofia Airport, fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
1. Take the bus from Sandanski to Sofia
2. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)SOF - SAW
8h 32m
₺4,888–10,158
Bus to Sofia Airport, fly to Istanbul, bus
1. Take the bus from Sandanski to Sofia
2. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Istanbul (IST)SOF - IST
3. Take the bus from Istanbul Airport Bus to Istanbul Otogari
9h 12m
₺4,605–10,917
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sandanski to Blagoevgrad
2. Take the bus from Blagoevgrad to Istanbul
11h 35m
₺1,613–2,360

Sandanski to Istanbul by bus

2Weekly Buses

10h 50mAverage Duration

₺2,476Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Sandanski to Istanbul.

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Distance: 883.4 km
Duration: 5h 26m

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

You can take a bus from Sandanski Bus Station to Istanbul Esenler Otogari via Kavala Central Bus Station in around 10h 50m.

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