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Three ways to Travel from Velingrad to Istanbul

Composite routes from Velingrad to Istanbul

Cheapest
5 h 5 min
Car
495 km.
from $27
Other
5 h 5 min
Rideshare
495 km.
from $18.83

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Plovdiv Bus Station South to İstanbul
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$39.16–$55.59

Citylines

Phone:
+3590885700870
Email:
Website:
citylines.eu/
Bus from Plovdiv Bus Station South to İstanbul
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$24.00–$32.85

Alpar Turizm

Phone:
+90 212 658 18 51
Email:
Website:
alparturizm.com.tr/en/
Bus from Plovdiv Bus Station South to İstanbul
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.69–$31.58

Kamil Koc

Phone:
444 0 562
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Plovdiv Bus Station South to İstanbul
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$13.90–$18.95

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:
$25.27–$36.64

BG Razpisanie

Email:
Website:
bgrazpisanie.com/
Bus from Velingrad to Plovdiv
Ave. Duration:
1h 52m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$5.18–$6.95

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

Turkish Airlines

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

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
Email:
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 Velingrad to Septemvri
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$2.78–$6.19
Train from Septemvri to Svilengrad
Ave. Duration:
2h 29m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$3.66–$6.06
Train from Septemvri to Iskarsko
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.77–$2.91
Train from Septemvri to Halkali
Ave. Duration:
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Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.84–$15.16

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Velingrad to Istanbul is to train via Svilengrad which costs $9.24 - $16.30 and takes 10h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Velingrad to Istanbul is to drive which takes 5h 7m and costs $76.09 - $119.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Velingrad and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct bus from Velingrad to Istanbul station. However, there are services departing from Velingrad and arriving at İstanbul Esenler bus station via Plovdiv Bus Station South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Velingrad and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct train from Velingrad to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Velingrad and arriving at Yenikapi via Septemvri, Svilengrad and Halkali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 45m.

How far is it from Velingrad to Istanbul?

The distance between Velingrad and Istanbul is 507 km. The road distance is 495.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Velingrad to Istanbul without a car is to bus which takes 9h 7m and costs $16.30 - $33.70 .

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

It takes approximately 9h 7m to get from Velingrad to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Velingrad to Istanbul bus from?

Velingrad to Istanbul bus services, operated by BG Razpisanie, depart from Velingrad station.

Where do I catch the Velingrad to Istanbul train from?

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

Train or bus from Velingrad to Istanbul?

The best way to get from Velingrad to Istanbul is to bus which takes 9h 7m and costs $16.30 - $33.70 . Alternatively, you can train via Svilengrad, which costs $9.24 - $16.30 and takes 10h 45m.

Where does the Velingrad to Istanbul bus arrive?

Velingrad to Istanbul bus services, operated by BG Razpisanie, arrive at Plovdiv station.

What is the time difference between Velingrad and Istanbul?

Istanbul is 1h ahead of Velingrad. It is currently 17:26 in Velingrad and 18:26 in Istanbul.

Where does the Velingrad to Istanbul train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Velingrad to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Velingrad to Istanbul is 496 km. It takes approximately 5h 7m to drive from Velingrad 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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