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

The cheapest way to get from Vidin to Istanbul is to bus which costs 2.000 ₺ - 3.000 ₺ and takes 12h 50m.

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 ₺ - 13.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Vidin and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct bus from Vidin station to Istanbul station. However, there are services departing from Vidin bus station and arriving at İstanbul Esenler bus station via Sofia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 50m.

How far is it from Vidin to Istanbul?

The distance between Vidin and Istanbul is 790 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 12h 50m and costs 1.600 ₺ - 3.300 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 12h 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 does the Vidin to Istanbul bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Vidin to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Vidin to Istanbul is 743 km. It takes approximately 8h 14m to drive from Vidin to Istanbul.

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

Book your Vidin to Istanbul bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 4272+ hotels available in Istanbul.

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

There are 10 ways to get from Vidin 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 Vidin bus station to Sofiabus 1950
2. Take the bus from Sofia to İstanbul Esenler bus stationbus FlixBus N1999
12h 50m
₺1,644–3,285
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Vidin to Sofia Central Bus Stationbus
2. Take the train from Sofia to Halkalıtrain
17h 27m
Bus, train, night train
1. Take the bus from Vidin to Vratsabus
2. Take the train from Vratsa to Gorna Oryahovitsatrain Ic
3. Take the night train from Gorna Oryahovitsa to Halkalinighttrain
13h 56m
Drive 743.2 km
1. Drive from Vidin to Istanbulcar 743.2 km
8h 14m
₺5,378–7,768
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Vidin bus station to Sofiabus 1950
2. Take the bus from Sofia Serdica Bus Station to Istanbul Büyük Otogaribus Citylines 40 / ...
12h 50m
₺2,094–2,985
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 OMV Gas Station to Istanbul Büyük Otogaribus
16h 57m
Bus to Sofia Airport, fly to Istanbul
1. Take the bus from Vidin bus station to Sofiabus
2. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Istanbul (IST)plane SOF - IST
9h 19m
₺5,834–13,625
Bus to Sofia Airport, fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
1. Take the bus from Vidin bus station to Sofiabus
2. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)plane SOF - SAW
9h 22m
₺6,537–33,648
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 41m
₺5,557–23,072
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
₺5,610–13,001

Vidin to Istanbul by bus

6Weekly Buses

12h 50mAverage Duration

₺1,644Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Vidin to Istanbul.

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Distance: 789.7 km
Duration: 12h 50m

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

You can take a bus from Vidin bus station to İstanbul Esenler bus station via Sofia in around 12h 50m.

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