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

The cheapest way to get from Varna to Istanbul (State) is to bus which costs 600 ₺ - 2.100 ₺ and takes 8h 16m.

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

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

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

No, there is no direct train from Varna to Istanbul (State). 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 (State)?

The distance between Varna and Istanbul (State) is 422 km. The road distance is 418.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Varna to Istanbul (State) without a car is to bus via Istanbul Büyük Otogari which takes 7h 1m and costs 1.200 ₺ - 1.700 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 7h 1m to get from Varna to Istanbul (State), including transfers.

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

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

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

Istanbul (State) is 1h ahead of Varna. It is currently 11:00 AM in Varna and 12:00 PM in Istanbul (State).

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

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

Can I drive from Varna to Istanbul (State)?

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

Where can I stay near Istanbul (State)?

There are 4444+ hotels available in Istanbul (State).

Varna to Istanbul (State) - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and night train

There are 5 ways to get from Varna to Istanbul (State) 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 via Istanbul Büyük Otogari
best
1. Take the bus from Varna Central Bus Station to Istanbul Büyük Otogaribus Citylines 49 / ...
7h 1m
₺1,200–1,700
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Varna to İstanbul Esenler bus stationbus FlixBus N2024
8h 16m
₺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

Varna Airport (VAR) to Istanbul (IST) flights

7Weekly Planes

1h 7mAverage Duration

₺6,428Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Varna to Istanbul (State).

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Distance: 422.4 km
Duration: 7h 1m

What companies run services between Varna, Bulgaria and Istanbul (State), 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. Two other operators also service this route.

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