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

The cheapest way to get from Vidin to Istanbul is to train which costs 1.000 ₺ - 4.500 ₺ and takes 18h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vidin to Istanbul is to train and fly which takes 7h 46m and costs 5.500 ₺ - 14.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Vidin and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct bus from Vidin station to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Vidin bus station and arriving at Istanbul Esenler via Sofia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Vidin and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct train from Vidin to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Vidin and arriving at Yenikapi via Modna K″shcha Agresiya, Sofia and Halkali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 29m.

How far is it from Vidin to Istanbul?

The distance between Vidin and Istanbul is 794 km. The road distance is 743.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Vidin to Istanbul without a car is to bus which takes 11h 50m and costs 2.200 ₺ - 2.600 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 11h 50m to get from Vidin to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vidin to Istanbul bus from?

Vidin to Istanbul bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Vidin bus station.

Where do I catch the Vidin to Istanbul train from?

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

Train or bus from Vidin to Istanbul?

The best way to get from Vidin to Istanbul is to bus which takes 11h 50m and costs 2.200 ₺ - 2.600 ₺. Alternatively, you can train, which costs 1.000 ₺ - 4.500 ₺ and takes 18h 29m.

Where does the Vidin to Istanbul bus arrive?

Vidin to Istanbul bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Sofia station.

What is the time difference between Vidin and Istanbul?

Istanbul is 1h ahead of Vidin. It is currently 7:37 PM in Vidin and 8:37 PM in Istanbul.

Where does the Vidin to Istanbul train arrive?

Vidin to Istanbul train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Sofia Sever station.

Can I drive from Vidin to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Vidin to Istanbul is 743 km. It takes approximately 8h 15m to drive from Vidin to Istanbul.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 4352+ hotels available in Istanbul.

Vidin to Istanbul - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Vidin 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 Vidin bus station to Sofiabus 1950
2. Take the bus from Sofia to Istanbul Esenlerbus
11h 50m
₺2,200–2,570
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Vidin to Sofia Severtrain 7623 / ...
2. Take the train from Sofia to Halkalıtrain
18h 29m
₺1,058–4,442
Drive 743.2 km
1. Drive from Vidin to Istanbulcar 743.2 km
8h 15m
₺5,066–7,318
Train to Sofia Airport, fly to Istanbul
1. Take the train from Vidin to Sofia Severtrain
2. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Istanbul (IST)plane SOF - IST
10h 34m
₺4,208–9,623
Bus via Istanbul Büyük Otogari
1. Take the bus from Vidin to Sofiabus
2. Take the bus from Sofia Serdica Bus Station to Istanbul Büyük Otogaribus Citylines 40 / ...
13h
Bus via Stara Zagora
1. Take the bus from Vidin to Vratsabus
2. Take the bus from Vratsa to Stara Zagorabus
3. Take the bus from Stara Zagora Autoscrap to Istanbul Esenlerbus
17h 59m
Train to Sofia Airport, fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
1. Take the train from Vidin to Sofia Severtrain
2. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)plane SOF - SAW
10h 36m
₺4,421–13,644
Drive, train to Niš Constantine The Great Airport, fly to Istanbul
1. Drive from Vidin to Zajecarcar
2. Take the train from Zajecar to Crveni Krsttrain
3. Fly from Niš Constantine The Great Airport (INI) to Istanbul (IST)plane INI - IST
8h 39m
₺6,782–24,106
Train to Craiova Airport, fly to Istanbul
1. Take the train from Vidin to Jiu Hmtrain
2. Fly from Craiova Airport (CRA) to Istanbul (IST)plane CRA - IST
7h 46m
₺5,798–13,888
Drive, bus to Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport, fly to Istanbul
1. Drive from Vidin to Zaječar, Autobuska Stanica Zaječar/Bulevar Dr Zorana Dindicacar
2. Take the bus from Zaječar, Autobuska Stanica Zaječar/Bulevar Dr Zorana Dindica to Beograd, Autobuska stanicabus
3. Fly from Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG) to Istanbul (IST)plane BEG - IST
9h 54m
₺5,757–12,381

Vidin to Istanbul by bus

4Weekly Buses

11h 50mAverage Duration

₺2,200Cheapest Price

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Distance: 794.4 km
Duration: 11h 50m

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

You can take a bus from Vidin bus station to Istanbul Esenler via Sofia in around 11h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Vidin to Yenikapi via Sofia Sever, Modna K″shcha Agresiya, Tsentralna Gara, Sofia, and Halkali in around 18h 29m.

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