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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Pernik to Istanbul

Composite routes from Pernik to Istanbul

Cheapest
5 h 23 min
Car
573 km.
from $31

Transport providers

Bus operators

Citylines

Phone:
+3590885700870
Email:
Website:
citylines.eu/
Bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
8h 30m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$31.58–$41.69

Alpar Turizm

Phone:
+90 212 658 18 51
Email:
Website:
alparturizm.com.tr/en/
Bus from Sofia to İstanbul
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$24.00–$37.90

Kamil Koc

Phone:
444 0 562
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Sofia to İstanbul
Ave. Duration:
8h 30m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$15.16–$21.48

Arda Tur

Phone:
0700 20 544
Website:
ardatur.bg
Bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
7h 51m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$34.11–$48.01

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

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

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 Sofia to Halkalı
Ave. Duration:
10h 49m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$6.95–$91.96
Train from Ayrilikcesme to Yenikapi
Ave. Duration:
14 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.64–$2.40

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)

Phone:
+35929311111
Website:
bdz.bg/en
Train from Pernik to Zaharna
Ave. Duration:
47 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.90–$4.99
Train from Sofia to Halkali
Ave. Duration:
13h 29m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$11.37–$18.95

Istanbul Ulasim

Phone:
+90 850 252 88 00
Email:
Website:
metro.istanbul/
Train from Gayrettepe to Vezneciler
Ave. Duration:
16 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.48

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Pernik to Istanbul is to train via Sofia which costs $13.04 - $23.91 and takes 16h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pernik to Istanbul is to drive which takes 5h 41m and costs $86.96 - $141.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Pernik and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct bus from Pernik to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Pernik and arriving at Istanbul Büyük Otogari via Sofia Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Pernik and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct train from Pernik to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Pernik and arriving at Yenikapi via Sofia and Halkali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 21m.

How far is it from Pernik to Istanbul?

The distance between Pernik and Istanbul is 598 km. The road distance is 592.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Pernik to Istanbul without a car is to bus which takes 10h 7m and costs $29.35 - $41.30 .

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

It takes approximately 10h 7m to get from Pernik to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pernik to Istanbul bus from?

Pernik to Istanbul bus services, operated by Citylines, depart from Sofia Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Pernik to Istanbul train from?

Pernik to Istanbul train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), depart from Sofia station.

Train or bus from Pernik to Istanbul?

The best way to get from Pernik to Istanbul is to bus which takes 10h 7m and costs $29.35 - $41.30 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $7.61 - $86.96 and takes 13h 21m.

Where does the Pernik to Istanbul bus arrive?

Pernik to Istanbul bus services, operated by Citylines, arrive at Istanbul Büyük Otogari station.

What is the time difference between Pernik and Istanbul?

Istanbul is 1h ahead of Pernik. It is currently 10:03 in Pernik and 11:03 in Istanbul.

Where does the Pernik to Istanbul train arrive?

Pernik to Istanbul train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), arrive at Halkalı station.

Can I drive from Pernik to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Pernik to Istanbul is 592 km. It takes approximately 5h 41m to drive from Pernik to Istanbul.

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

Book your Pernik to Istanbul bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

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