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

The cheapest way to get from Sliven to Istanbul (State) is to train and night train which costs 650 ₺ - 1.600 ₺ and takes 9h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sliven to Istanbul (State) is to drive which takes 4h 5m and costs 2.400 ₺ - 3.600 ₺.

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

No, there is no direct train from Sliven to Istanbul (State). However, there are services departing from Sliven and arriving at Yenikapi via Zimnitsa, Stara Zagora and Halkali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 56m.

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

The distance between Sliven and Istanbul (State) is 368 km. The road distance is 367.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Sliven to Istanbul (State) without a car is to bus which takes 6h 46m and costs 1.100 ₺ - 1.300 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 6h 46m to get from Sliven to Istanbul (State), including transfers.

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

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

What is the time difference between Sliven and Istanbul (State)?

Istanbul (State) is 1h ahead of Sliven. It is currently 2:34 AM in Sliven and 3:34 AM in Istanbul (State).

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

Sliven to Istanbul (State) train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Stara Zagora station.

Can I drive from Sliven to Istanbul (State)?

Yes, the driving distance between Sliven to Istanbul (State) is 368 km. It takes approximately 4h 5m to drive from Sliven to Istanbul (State).

Where can I stay near Istanbul (State)?

There are 4468+ hotels available in Istanbul (State).

Sliven to Istanbul (State) - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and night train

There are 4 ways to get from Sliven to Istanbul (State) by bus, train, night train, or car

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 Sliven Central Bus Station to Istanbul Büyük OtogariCitylines 33
6h 46m
₺1,100–1,300
Train, night train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Zimnitsa to Stara ZagoraRe
2. Take the night train from Stara Zagora to HalkaliBosphor Express
9h 56m
₺680–1,574
Drive 367.8 km
1. Drive from Sliven to Istanbul367.8 km
4h 5m
₺2,443–3,529
Bus via Burgas
1. Take the bus from Sliven Central Bus Station to Burgas Bus Station SouthUnion Ivkoni
2. Take the bus from Burgas Bus Station South to Istanbul Büyük OtogariCitylines 49 / ...
7h 11m
₺1,257–3,465

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 368.2 km
Duration: 6h 46m

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

Citylines operates a bus from Sliven Central Bus Station to Istanbul Büyük Otogari 4 times a week. Tickets cost ₺1,000–1,400 and the journey takes 6h 30m. Huntur also services this route 4 times a week.

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