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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Sofia Central Bus Station to Istanbul

Composite routes from Sofia Central Bus Station to Istanbul

Cheapest
4 h 58 min
Car
548 km.
from $30
Fastest
1 h 12 min
Plane

Transport providers

Bus operators
Found: 4
Citylines
Website
Alpar Turizm
Website
Kamil Koc
Website
Arda Tur
Website
Citylines
Website
8h 30m
5 times a week
$31.58–$41.69
+3590885700870
+3590885700870
[email protected]
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Alpar Turizm
Website
7h
Once daily
$24.00–$37.90
+90 212 658 18 51
+90 212 658 18 51
[email protected]
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Kamil Koc
Website
8h 30m
4 times a day
$15.16–$21.48
444 0 562
444 0 562
[email protected]
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Arda Tur
Website
7h 51m
Once a week
$34.11–$48.01
0700 20 544
0700 20 544
Call
Airlines
Found: 4
Aegean Airlines
Website
Pegasus Airlines
Website
Turkish Airlines
Website
Tarom
Website
Aegean Airlines
Website
3h 45m
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday
$252.67–$821.18
Pegasus Airlines
Website
1h 15m
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
$63.17–$303.21
Turkish Airlines
Website
1h 33m
Every day
$151.60–$404.27
Tarom
Website
3h 35m
Wednesday to Friday
$151.60–$404.27
Train operators
Found: 3
Turkish Railways (TCDD)
Website
Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)
Website
Istanbul Ulasim
Website
Turkish Railways (TCDD)
Website
10h 49m
Once daily
$6.95–$91.96
+90 444 8 233
+90 444 8 233
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)
Website
19 min
Hourly
$1.39–$4.55
+35929311111
+35929311111
Call
Istanbul Ulasim
Website
16 min
Every 10 minutes
$0.48
+90 850 252 88 00
+90 850 252 88 00
[email protected]
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Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Sofia Central Bus Station to Istanbul?

The cheapest way to get from Sofia Central Bus Station to Istanbul is to bus which costs $29.35 - $41.30 and takes 8h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sofia Central Bus Station to Istanbul?

The fastest way to get from Sofia Central Bus Station to Istanbul is to drive which takes 5h 14m and costs $81.52 - $130.43 .

Is there a direct bus between Sofia Central Bus Station and Istanbul?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sofia and arriving at İstanbul Esenler bus station station. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Sofia Central Bus Station and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct train from Sofia Central Bus Station to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Sofia and arriving at Yenikapi via Halkali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 31m.

How far is it from Sofia Central Bus Station to Istanbul?

The distance between Sofia Central Bus Station and Istanbul is 559 km. The road distance is 548.1 km.

How do I travel from Sofia Central Bus Station to Istanbul without a car?

The best way to get from Sofia Central Bus Station to Istanbul without a car is to bus which takes 8h 30m and costs $29.35 - $41.30 .

How long does it take to get from Sofia Central Bus Station to Istanbul?

The bus from Sofia to İstanbul Esenler bus station takes 8h 30m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Sofia Central Bus Station to Istanbul bus from?

Sofia Central Bus Station to Istanbul bus services, operated by Kamil Koc, depart from Sofia station.

Where do I catch the Sofia Central Bus Station to Istanbul train from?

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

Train or bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Istanbul?

The best way to get from Sofia Central Bus Station to Istanbul is to bus which takes 8h 30m and costs $29.35 - $41.30 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $6.52 - $81.52 and takes 11h 31m.

Where does the Sofia Central Bus Station to Istanbul bus arrive?

Sofia Central Bus Station to Istanbul bus services, operated by Kamil Koc, arrive at İstanbul Esenler bus station.

What is the time difference between Sofia Central Bus Station and Istanbul?

Istanbul is 1h ahead of Sofia Central Bus Station. It is currently 09:50 in Sofia Central Bus Station and 10:50 in Istanbul.

Where does the Sofia Central Bus Station to Istanbul train arrive?

Sofia Central Bus Station to Istanbul train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), arrive at Halkalı station.

Can I drive from Sofia Central Bus Station to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Sofia Central Bus Station to Istanbul is 548 km. It takes approximately 5h 14m to drive from Sofia Central Bus Station to Istanbul.

How do I get a bus ticket from Sofia Central Bus Station to Istanbul?

Book your Sofia Central Bus Station to Istanbul bus tickets online with Omio and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

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