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Ruse, Bulgaria → Istanbul, Turkey

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Ruse to Istanbul

Composite routes from Ruse to Istanbul

Cheapest
6 h 51 min
Car
558 km.
from $30

Transport providers

Airlines

Pegasus Airlines

Website:
flypgs.com/
Plane from Bucharest Otopeni to Sabiha
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$47.83–$239.13

Turkish Airlines

Website:
turkishairlines.com/
Plane from Bucharest Otopeni to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
1h 41m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$86.96–$293.48
Plane from Varna Airport to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$380.43

Tarom

Website:
tarom.ro/
Plane from Bucharest Otopeni to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
1h 41m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$86.96–$293.48

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:
$3.80–$5.33

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)

Phone:
+35929311111
Website:
bdz.bg/en
Train from Ruse to Svilengrad
Ave. Duration:
3h 4m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$7.07–$11.96
Train from Ruse to Halkali
Ave. Duration:
11h 14m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$11.96–$19.57

Bus operators

Metro Turizm

Phone:
0850 222 34 55
Email:
Website:
metroturizm.com.tr/en
Bus from Ruse to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$14.13–$35.87

Atlas Taxi

Phone:
+359 89 345 5533
Email:
Website:
atlastaxi.eu/
Bus from Ruse to Bucharest
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$108.70–$260.87
Bus from Ruse to Varna
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$81.52–$239.13

Luks Istanbul

Phone:
+90544 210 2535
Website:
luksistanbul.com/
Bus from Ruse Cruise RUSE to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
10h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$65.22–$92.39

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Ruse to Istanbul (State)?

The cheapest way to get from Ruse to Istanbul (State) is to night train and train which costs $10.87 - $18.48 and takes 8h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ruse to Istanbul (State)?

The fastest way to get from Ruse to Istanbul (State) is to shuttle and fly which takes 5h 30m and costs $152.17 - $500 .

Is there a direct bus between Ruse and Istanbul (State)?

No, there is no direct bus from Ruse to Istanbul (State). However, there are services departing from Ruse and arriving at Istanbul Kemal Pasa via Ruse Cruise RUSE. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Ruse and Istanbul (State)?

No, there is no direct train from Ruse to Istanbul (State). However, there are services departing from Ruse and arriving at Yenikapi via Svilengrad and Halkali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 51m.

How far is it from Ruse to Istanbul (State)?

The distance between Ruse and Istanbul (State) is 603 km. The road distance is 560.2 km.

How do I travel from Ruse to Istanbul (State) without a car?

The best way to get from Ruse to Istanbul (State) without a car is to night train and train which takes 8h 51m and costs $10.87 - $18.48 .

How long does it take to get from Ruse to Istanbul (State)?

It takes approximately 8h 51m to get from Ruse to Istanbul (State), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ruse to Istanbul (State) bus from?

Ruse to Istanbul (State) bus services, operated by Luks Istanbul, depart from Ruse Cruise RUSE station.

Where do I catch the Ruse to Istanbul (State) train from?

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

Where does the Ruse to Istanbul (State) bus arrive?

Ruse to Istanbul (State) bus services, operated by Luks Istanbul, arrive at Istanbul Kemal Pasa station.

What is the time difference between Ruse and Istanbul (State)?

Istanbul (State) is 1h ahead of Ruse. It is currently 10:17 in Ruse and 11:17 in Istanbul (State).

Where does the Ruse to Istanbul (State) train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ruse to Istanbul (State)?

Yes, the driving distance between Ruse to Istanbul (State) is 560 km. It takes approximately 7h 24m to drive from Ruse to Istanbul (State).

Where can I stay near Istanbul (State)?

There are 4593+ hotels available in Istanbul (State). Prices start at $22.90 per night.
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