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

The cheapest way to get from Velingrad to Istanbul is to drive which costs 3.400 ₺ - 5.500 ₺ and takes 4h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Velingrad to Istanbul is to drive which takes 4h 55m and costs 3.400 ₺ - 5.500 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Velingrad and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct bus from Velingrad to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Velingrad and arriving at Istanbul via Plovdiv. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 52m.

How far is it from Velingrad to Istanbul?

The distance between Velingrad and Istanbul is 511 km. The road distance is 489.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Velingrad to Istanbul without a car is to bus which takes 7h 52m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 52m to get from Velingrad to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Velingrad to Istanbul bus from?

Velingrad to Istanbul bus services, operated by BG Razpisanie, depart from Velingrad station.

Where does the Velingrad to Istanbul bus arrive?

Velingrad to Istanbul bus services, operated by BG Razpisanie, arrive at Plovdiv station.

Can I drive from Velingrad to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Velingrad to Istanbul is 490 km. It takes approximately 4h 55m to drive from Velingrad to Istanbul.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 3059+ hotels available in Istanbul.

Velingrad to Istanbul - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Velingrad to Istanbul 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 Velingrad to Plovdivbus
2. Take the bus from Plovdiv to Istanbulbus
7h 52m
Drive 489.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Velingrad to Istanbulcar 489.6 km
4h 55m
₺3,489–5,040
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Velingrad to Plovdivbus
2. Take the train from Plovdiv to Halkalıtrain
12h 14m
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Velingrad to Septemvritrain
2. Take the train from Septemvri to Iskarsko Shosetrain
3. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Istanbul (IST)plane SOF - IST
9h 21m
₺4,485–11,470
Bus via Istanbul Büyük Otogari
1. Take the bus from Velingrad to Plovdivbus
2. Take the bus from Plovdiv Hristo Botev to Istanbul Büyük Otogaribus Citylines 29 / ...
9h 52m

Sofia Airport (SOF) to Istanbul (IST) flights

29Weekly Planes

1h 56mAverage Duration

₺4,263Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 511.1 km
Duration: 7h 52m

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

You can take a bus from Velingrad to Istanbul via Plovdiv in around 7h 52m.

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