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How to Travel from

Bansko to Istanbul Airport

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Transport providers

Bus operators

Union Ivkoni

Phone:
07001 8282
Website:
union-ivkoni.com/
Bus from Blagoevgrad Central Bus Terminal to Serres
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.58–$12.63

Traventuria

Phone:
+359 2 493 0191
Website:
traventuria.com/
Bus from Bansko Gondola to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
2h 29m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$31.58–$42.95

Arda Tur

Phone:
0700 20 544
Website:
ardatur.bg
Bus from Sofia Serdica Bus Station to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
7h 11m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$32.85–$46.74
Bus from Plovdiv Bus Station South to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
4h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$25.27–$36.64

Metro Turizm

Phone:
0850 222 34 55
Website:
metroturizm.com.tr/en
Bus from Plovdiv to Edrine
Ave. Duration:
3h 8m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.74–$16.42

HAVAİST

Phone:
0850 888 33 34
Website:
hava.ist/
Bus from Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.93–$8.21

Istanbul Seyahat

Phone:
0850 222 59 59
Website:
istanbulseyahat.com.tr/
Bus from Edirne to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$16.63

KTEL Serron

Phone:
+30 23210-22822
Website:
ktelserron.gr/
Bus from Blagoevgrad Central Bus Terminal to Serres
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$11.37–$16.42
Bus from Serres to Thessaloniki
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$7.58–$11.37

Municipality of Bansko

Phone:
0879230075
Website:
bansko.net/
Bus from Bansko to Plovdiv
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$6.95–$10.74

Airlines

Aegean Airlines

Website:
en.aegeanair.com/
Plane from Sofia Airport to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$252.67–$821.18
Plane from International Airport Thessaloniki Macedonia to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$151.60–$517.98

Pegasus Airlines

Website:
flypgs.com/
Plane from Sofia Airport to Sabiha
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$63.17–$303.21

Turkish Airlines

Website:
turkishairlines.com/
Plane from Sofia Airport to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$151.60–$404.27
Plane from International Airport Thessaloniki Macedonia to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$151.60–$517.98

Tarom

Website:
tarom.ro/
Plane from Sofia Airport to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Wednesday to Friday
Estimated price:
$151.60–$404.27

Train operators

Turkish Railways (TCDD)

Phone:
+90 444 8 233
Website:
tcdd.gov.tr/
Train from Svilengrad to Halkalı
Ave. Duration:
4h 9m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$4.42–$6.19

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)

Phone:
+35929311111
Website:
bdz.bg/en
Train from Bansko to Septemvri
Ave. Duration:
4h 29m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$4.67–$8.84
Train from Septemvri to Svilengrad
Ave. Duration:
2h 29m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$3.66–$6.06
Train from Septemvri to Halkali
Ave. Duration:
11h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.84–$15.16

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Bansko to Istanbul Airport (IST)?

The cheapest way to get from Bansko to Istanbul Airport (IST) is to train via Svilengrad which costs $11.96 - $19.57 and takes 14h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bansko to Istanbul Airport (IST)?

The fastest way to get from Bansko to Istanbul Airport (IST) is to night bus and fly which takes 5h 59m and costs $119.57 - $315.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Bansko and Istanbul Airport (IST)?

No, there is no direct bus from Bansko to Istanbul Airport (IST). However, there are services departing from Bansko Gondola and arriving at Istanbul Yotel Airport Exit A via Sofia - Ovcha Kupel and Sofia Serdica Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Bansko and Istanbul Airport (IST)?

No, there is no direct train from Bansko to Istanbul Airport (IST). However, there are services departing from Bansko and arriving at Istanbul Airport via Septemvri, Svilengrad, Halkali, Yenikapi and Gayrettepe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 46m.

How far is it from Bansko to Istanbul Airport (IST)?

The distance between Bansko and Istanbul Airport (IST) is 648 km. The road distance is 539.6 km.

How do I travel from Bansko to Istanbul Airport (IST) without a car?

The best way to get from Bansko to Istanbul Airport (IST) without a car is to bus which takes 10h 38m and costs $52.17 - $76.09 .

How long does it take to get from Bansko to Istanbul Airport (IST)?

It takes approximately 5h 59m to get from Bansko to Istanbul Airport (IST), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bansko to Istanbul Airport (IST) bus from?

Bansko to Istanbul Airport (IST) bus services, operated by Traventuria, depart from Bansko Gondola station.

Where do I catch the Bansko to Istanbul Airport (IST) train from?

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

Train or bus from Bansko to Istanbul Airport (IST)?

The best way to get from Bansko to Istanbul Airport (IST) is to bus which takes 10h 38m and costs $52.17 - $76.09 . Alternatively, you can train via Svilengrad, which costs $11.96 - $19.57 and takes 14h 46m.

Where does the Bansko to Istanbul Airport (IST) bus arrive?

Bansko to Istanbul Airport (IST) bus services, operated by Traventuria, arrive at Sofia Bus and Coach Station Zapad.

What is the time difference between Bansko and Istanbul Airport (IST)?

Istanbul Airport (IST) is 1h ahead of Bansko. It is currently 16:26 in Bansko and 17:26 in Istanbul Airport (IST).

Where does the Bansko to Istanbul Airport (IST) train arrive?

Bansko to Istanbul Airport (IST) train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Septemvri station.

Can I drive from Bansko to Istanbul Airport (IST)?

Yes, the driving distance between Bansko to Istanbul Airport (IST) is 540 km. It takes approximately 6h 5m to drive from Bansko to Istanbul Airport (IST).

Where can I stay near Istanbul Airport (IST)?

There are 93+ hotels available in Istanbul Airport (IST). Prices start at $28.63 per night.
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