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

The cheapest way to get from Turkey to Ruse is to night train which costs $18 - $40 and takes 9h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Turkey to Ruse is to fly and shuttle which takes 6h 17m and costs $200 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Turkey and Ruse?

No, there is no direct bus from Turkey to Ruse. However, there are services departing from Istanbul Kemal Pasa and arriving at Ruse via Dunav most. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Turkey and Ruse?

No, there is no direct train from Turkey to Ruse. However, there are services departing from Yenikapi and arriving at Ruse via Halkali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 32m.

How far is it from Turkey to Ruse?

The distance between Turkey and Ruse is 585 km. The road distance is 558.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Turkey to Ruse without a car is to bus via Dunav most which takes 10h 18m and costs $65 - $95.

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

It takes approximately 10h 18m to get from Turkey to Ruse, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Turkey to Ruse bus from?

Turkey to Ruse bus services, operated by Luks Istanbul, depart from Istanbul Kemal Pasa station.

Where do I catch the Turkey to Ruse train from?

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

Where does the Turkey to Ruse bus arrive?

Turkey to Ruse bus services, operated by Luks Istanbul, arrive at Ruse Cruise RUSE station.

What is the time difference between Turkey and Ruse?

Ruse is 1h behind Turkey. It is currently 1:36 AM in Turkey and 12:36 AM in Ruse.

Where does the Turkey to Ruse train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Turkey to Ruse?

Yes, the driving distance between Turkey to Ruse is 558 km. It takes approximately 6h 52m to drive from Turkey to Ruse.

Where can I stay near Ruse?

There are 208+ hotels available in Ruse.

Turkey to Ruse - 8 ways to travel via bus, night train, car, plane, and shuttle

There are 8 ways to get from Turkey to Ruse by bus, night train, car, plane, shuttle, 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.

Bus via Dunav most
best
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Kemal Pasa to Ruse Cruise RUSE
10h 18m
$69–93
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Ruse
13h 13m
$17–41
Night train
1. Take the night train from Halkali to RuseBosphor Express
9h 32m
$19–36
Drive 558.1 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Ruse558.1 km
6h 52m
$88–127
Bus to Istanbul, fly to Bucharest Otopeni, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Aksaray to Istanbul Airport Bus
2. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)IST - OTP
3. Take a shuttle bus from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Ruse
6h 45m
$193–488
Fly Antalya Airport to Bucharest Otopeni, shuttle
1. Fly from Antalya Airport (AYT) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)AYT - OTP
2. Take a shuttle bus from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Ruse
6h 17m
$201–564
Metro to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, fly to Bucharest Otopeni, shuttle
1. Take the train from Ayrılık Çeşmesi to Sabiha Gokcen Airport
2. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)SAW - OTP
3. Take a shuttle bus from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Ruse
6h 31m
Bus to Istanbul, fly to Varna Airport, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Aksaray to Istanbul Airport Bus
2. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Varna Airport (VAR)IST - VAR
3. Take a shuttle bus from Varna Airport to Ruse
8h 35m
$213–568

Istanbul (IST) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) flights

41Weekly Planes

1h 25mAverage Duration

$61Cheapest Price

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Distance: 585.2 km
Duration: 10h 18m

What companies run services between Turkey and Ruse, Bulgaria?

Luks Istanbul operates a bus from Istanbul Kemal Pasa to Ruse Cruise RUSE once daily. Tickets cost $65–95 and the journey takes 9h. Alternatively, Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) operates a vehicle from Halkali to Ruse twice a week. Tickets cost $18–35 and the journey takes 7h 53m.

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