What is the cheapest way to get from Sofia to Turkey?

The cheapest way to get from Sofia to Turkey is to bus which costs 1.240 ₺ and takes 7h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sofia to Turkey?

The fastest way to get from Sofia to Turkey is to drive which takes 4h 57m and costs 3.800 ₺ - 5.500 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Sofia and Turkey?

No, there is no direct bus from Sofia to Turkey. However, there are services departing from Sofia and arriving at Yenikapı Sahil via Çatladıkapı. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Sofia and Turkey?

No, there is no direct train from Sofia to Turkey. However, there are services departing from Sofia and arriving at Yenikapi via Halkali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 27m.

How far is it from Sofia to Turkey?

The distance between Sofia and Turkey is 569 km. The road distance is 546.4 km.

How do I travel from Sofia to Turkey without a car?

The best way to get from Sofia to Turkey without a car is to bus which takes 7h 9m and costs 1.240 ₺.

How long does it take to get from Sofia to Turkey?

It takes approximately 7h 9m to get from Sofia to Turkey, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Turkey bus from?

Sofia to Turkey bus services, operated by Luks Yonca, depart from Sofia station.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Turkey train from?

Sofia to Turkey train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), depart from Sofia station.

Train, bus or fly from Sofia to Turkey?

The best way to get from Sofia to Turkey is to bus which takes 7h 9m and costs 1.240 ₺. Alternatively, you can train, which costs 650 ₺ - 3.900 ₺ and takes 12h 27m, you could also fly, which costs 4.900 ₺ - 11.000 ₺ and takes 5h 55m.

Where does the Sofia to Turkey bus arrive?

Sofia to Turkey bus services, operated by Luks Yonca, arrive at Istanbul Esenler station.

What is the time difference between Sofia and Turkey?

Turkey is 1h ahead of Sofia. It is currently 1:42 AM in Sofia and 2:42 AM in Turkey.

Where does the Sofia to Turkey train arrive?

Sofia to Turkey train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), arrive at Halkalı station.

Can I drive from Sofia to Turkey?

Yes, the driving distance between Sofia to Turkey is 546 km. It takes approximately 4h 57m to drive from Sofia to Turkey.

Where can I stay near Turkey?

There are 4193+ hotels available in Turkey.

Sofia to Turkey - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and Metro

There are 7 ways to get from Sofia to Turkey by bus, train, car, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Sofia to Istanbul Esenlerbus
7h 9m
₺1,240
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Sofia to Halkalıtrain
12h 27m
₺677–3,873
Drive 546.4 km
1. Drive from Sofia to Istanbulcar 546.4 km
4h 57m
₺3,811–5,505
Fly to Istanbul, Metro
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Istanbul (IST)plane SOF - IST
2. Take the train from Gayrettepe to Veznecilertrain
4h 58m
Bus via Esenler Otogar
1. Take the bus from Sofia to İstanbul Esenler bus stationbus FlixBus N1999
8h 16m
₺750–1,800
Fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, Metro
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)plane SOF - SAW
2. Take the train from Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Ayrılık Çeşmesitrain
5h 1m
Fly to Antalya Airport
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Antalya Airport (AYT)plane SOF - AYT
5h 55m
₺4,958–10,295

Sofia Airport (SOF) to Istanbul (IST) flights

26Weekly Planes

2h 23mAverage Duration

₺3,487Cheapest Price

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Distance: 569.1 km
Duration: 7h 9m

What companies run services between Sofia, Bulgaria and Turkey?

Luks Yonca operates a bus from Sofia to Istanbul Esenler once daily. Tickets cost ₺1,200 and the journey takes 7h. Alternatively, Turkish Railways (TCDD) operates a train from Sofia to Halkalı once daily. Tickets cost ₺650–3,828 and the journey takes 11h 49m.

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