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 1.900 ₺ - 2.600 ₺ and takes 11h 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 5.000 ₺ - 16.000 ₺.

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 Гара София север, Sofia and Halkali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 23m.

How far is it from Vidin to Istanbul?

The distance between Vidin and Istanbul is 795 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 1.900 ₺ - 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 1.900 ₺ - 2.600 ₺. Alternatively, you can train, which costs 1.000 ₺ - 4.600 ₺ and takes 18h 23m.

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 3:25 AM in Vidin and 4:25 AM 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.

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 4189+ 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
₺1,984–2,540
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Vidin to Sofia Severtrain 7623 / ...
2. Take the train from Sofia to Halkalıtrain
18h 23m
₺1,041–4,530
Drive 743.2 km
1. Drive from Vidin to Istanbulcar 743.2 km
8h 15m
₺5,191–7,498
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 22m
₺4,192–10,612
Bus via İstanbul Esenler bus station
1. Take the bus from Vidin bus station to Sofiabus 1950
2. Take the bus from Sofia to İstanbul Esenler bus stationbus N1999
12h 50m
₺2,584–4,540
Bus via İstanbul Esenler bus station #2
1. Take the bus from Vidin to Sofiabus
2. Take the bus from Sofia to İstanbul Esenler bus stationbus FlixBus N1999
13h
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 25m
₺5,105–13,633
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
₺5,167–13,396
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
₺5,312–15,913
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
₺5,224–26,929

Vidin to Istanbul by bus

4Weekly Buses

11h 50mAverage Duration

₺1,984Cheapest Price

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Distance: 795.4 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, Гара София север, Централна Гара, Sofia, and Halkali in around 18h 23m.

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