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

The cheapest way to get from Varna to Istanbul is to bus which costs 600 ₺ - 2.100 ₺ and takes 6h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Varna to Istanbul is to drive which takes 6h 23m and costs 2.800 ₺ - 4.200 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Varna and Istanbul?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Varna Central Bus Station station and arriving at Istanbul Büyük Otogari. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Varna and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct train from Varna to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Varna and arriving at Yenikapi via Nova Zagora, Stara Zagora and Halkali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 28m.

How far is it from Varna to Istanbul?

The distance between Varna and Istanbul is 415 km. The road distance is 418.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Varna to Istanbul without a car is to bus which takes 6h 45m and costs 600 ₺ - 2.100 ₺.

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

The bus from Varna Central Bus Station to Istanbul Büyük Otogari takes 6h 45m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Varna to Istanbul bus from?

Varna to Istanbul bus services, operated by Citylines, depart from Varna Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Varna to Istanbul train from?

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

Where does the Varna to Istanbul bus arrive?

Varna to Istanbul bus services, operated by Citylines, arrive at Istanbul Büyük Otogari station.

What is the time difference between Varna and Istanbul?

Istanbul is 1h ahead of Varna. It is currently 8:44 PM in Varna and 9:44 PM in Istanbul.

Where does the Varna to Istanbul train arrive?

Varna to Istanbul train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Nova Zagora station.

Can I drive from Varna to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Varna to Istanbul is 418 km. It takes approximately 6h 23m to drive from Varna to Istanbul.

How do I get a bus ticket from Varna to Istanbul?

Book your Varna to Istanbul bus tickets online with Omio, Distribusion and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 4444+ hotels available in Istanbul.

Varna to Istanbul - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, car

There are 5 ways to get from Varna to Istanbul by bus, train, night 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 Varna Central Bus Station to Istanbul Büyük Otogaribus Citylines 49 / ...
6h 45m
₺600–2,100
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Varna to Nova Zagoratrain 8632 / ...
2. Take the night train from Stara Zagora to Halkalinighttrain Bosphor Express
12h 28m
₺916–1,874
Drive 418.3 km
1. Drive from Varna to Istanbulcar 418.3 km
6h 23m
₺2,858–4,127
Fly, Metro
1. Fly from Varna Airport (VAR) to Istanbul (IST)plane VAR - IST
2. Take the train from Gayrettepe to Veznecilertrain
4h 18m
Bus via Obzor
1. Take the bus from Varna to Obzorbus
2. Take the bus from Obzor Avtogara to Istanbul Esenler Otogaribus Arda-Tur
9h 45m
₺1,436–2,090

Varna to Istanbul by bus

45Weekly Buses

6h 45mAverage Duration

₺600Cheapest Price

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Distance: 415.4 km
Duration: 6h 45m

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

Citylines operates a bus from Varna Central Bus Station to Istanbul Büyük Otogari once daily. Tickets cost ₺1,200–1,600 and the journey takes 6h 45m. Four other operators also service this route.

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