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How to Travel from

Kostenets to Istanbul

by Plane, Rideshare, Route or Car

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Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Plovdiv Bus Station South to İstanbul
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$33.70–$47.83

Citylines

Phone:
+3590885700870
Website:
citylines.eu/
Bus from Plovdiv Bus Station South to İstanbul
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$20.65–$28.26

Alpar Turizm

Phone:
+90 212 658 18 51
Website:
alparturizm.com.tr/en/
Bus from Plovdiv Bus Station South to İstanbul
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.22–$27.17

Kamil Koc

Phone:
444 0 562
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Plovdiv Bus Station South to İstanbul
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$11.96–$16.30

Arda Tur

Phone:
0700 20 544
Website:
ardatur.bg
Bus from Plovdiv Bus Station South to İstanbul
Ave. Duration:
7h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.74–$31.52

Samokov Bus

Phone:
0722 60019
Website:
samokov-info.com
Bus from Kostenets to Plovdiv
Ave. Duration:
2h 1m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$3.80–$5.98

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:
$217.39–$706.52

Pegasus Airlines

Website:
flypgs.com/
Plane from Sofia Airport to Sabiha
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$54.35–$260.87

Turkish Airlines

Website:
turkishairlines.com/
Plane from Sofia Airport to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$130.43–$347.83

Tarom

Website:
tarom.ro/
Plane from Sofia Airport to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Wednesday to Friday
Estimated price:
$130.43–$347.83

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:
$3.80–$5.33

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)

Phone:
+35929311111
Website:
bdz.bg/en
Train from Kostenets to Svilengrad
Ave. Duration:
3h 2m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.33–$9.24
Train from Kostenets to Iskarsko
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.28–$5.11
Train from Kostenets to Halkali
Ave. Duration:
11h 54m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.87–$17.39

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Kostenets to Istanbul is to train via Svilengrad which costs $9.24 - $15.22 and takes 8h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kostenets to Istanbul is to drive which takes 4h 45m and costs $76.09 - $119.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Kostenets and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct bus from Kostenets to Istanbul station. However, there are services departing from Kostenets and arriving at İstanbul Esenler bus station via Plovdiv Bus Station South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Kostenets and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct train from Kostenets to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Kostenets and arriving at Yenikapi via Svilengrad and Halkali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 49m.

How far is it from Kostenets to Istanbul?

The distance between Kostenets and Istanbul is 497 km. The road distance is 492.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Kostenets to Istanbul without a car is to train via Svilengrad which takes 8h 49m and costs $9.24 - $15.22 .

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

It takes approximately 8h 49m to get from Kostenets to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kostenets to Istanbul bus from?

Kostenets to Istanbul bus services, operated by Samokov Bus, depart from Kostenets station.

Where do I catch the Kostenets to Istanbul train from?

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

Train or bus from Kostenets to Istanbul?

The best way to get from Kostenets to Istanbul is to train via Svilengrad which takes 8h 49m and costs $9.24 - $15.22 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $15.22 - $33.70 and takes 9h 16m.

Where does the Kostenets to Istanbul bus arrive?

Kostenets to Istanbul bus services, operated by Samokov Bus, arrive at Plovdiv station.

What is the time difference between Kostenets and Istanbul?

Istanbul is 1h ahead of Kostenets. It is currently 00:18 in Kostenets and 01:18 in Istanbul.

Where does the Kostenets to Istanbul train arrive?

Kostenets to Istanbul train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Svilengrad station.

Can I drive from Kostenets to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Kostenets to Istanbul is 493 km. It takes approximately 4h 45m to drive from Kostenets to Istanbul.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 4660+ hotels available in Istanbul. Prices start at $22.90 per night.
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