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Veliko Tŭrnovo to Istanbul

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Transport providers

Bus operators

Citylines

Phone:
+3590885700870
Email:
Website:
citylines.eu/
Bus from Veliko Tarnovo to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
10h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$29.06–$39.16

Atlas Taxi

Phone:
+359 89 345 5533
Email:
Website:
atlastaxi.eu/
Bus from Veliko Tarnovo to Bucharest
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$189.50–$303.21
Bus from Veliko Tarnovo to Varna
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$94.75–$303.21

Huntur

Phone:
+90 212 658 00 61
Email:
Website:
huntur.com.tr/
Bus from Veliko Tarnovo to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
9h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$37.90–$44.22

Grup Plus - Etap Adresss

Phone:
+359 2 989000
Email:
Website:
union-ivkoni.com/bg
Bus from Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$11.37–$13.90

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
Plane from Bucharest Otopeni to Sabiha
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$55.59–$277.94

Turkish Airlines

Website:
turkishairlines.com/
Plane from Bucharest Otopeni to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
1h 41m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.07–$341.11
Plane from Sofia Airport to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$151.60–$404.27
Plane from Varna Airport to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$164.24–$442.17

Tarom

Website:
tarom.ro/
Plane from Bucharest Otopeni to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
1h 41m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.07–$341.11
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 Veliko Tarnovo to Svilengrad
Ave. Duration:
3h 19m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$6.32–$11.37
Train from Veliko Tarnovo to Halkali
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$12.00–$32.53

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Veliko Tŭrnovo (Station) to Istanbul?

The cheapest way to get from Veliko Tŭrnovo (Station) to Istanbul is to night train and train which costs $9.24 - $15.22 and takes 9h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Veliko Tŭrnovo (Station) to Istanbul?

The fastest way to get from Veliko Tŭrnovo (Station) to Istanbul is to drive which takes 5h 51m and costs $76.09 - $119.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Veliko Tŭrnovo (Station) and Istanbul?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Veliko Tarnovo and arriving at Istanbul Büyük Otogari. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 9h.

Is there a direct train between Veliko Tŭrnovo (Station) and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct train from Veliko Tŭrnovo (Station) to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Veliko Tarnovo and arriving at Yenikapi via Svilengrad and Halkali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 13m.

How far is it from Veliko Tŭrnovo (Station) to Istanbul?

The distance between Veliko Tŭrnovo (Station) and Istanbul is 507 km. The road distance is 497.4 km.

How do I travel from Veliko Tŭrnovo (Station) to Istanbul without a car?

The best way to get from Veliko Tŭrnovo (Station) to Istanbul without a car is to bus which takes 9h and costs $25 - $33.70 .

How long does it take to get from Veliko Tŭrnovo (Station) to Istanbul?

The bus from Veliko Tarnovo to Istanbul Büyük Otogari takes 9h including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Veliko Tŭrnovo (Station) to Istanbul bus from?

Veliko Tŭrnovo (Station) to Istanbul bus services, operated by Huntur, depart from Veliko Tarnovo station.

Where do I catch the Veliko Tŭrnovo (Station) to Istanbul train from?

Veliko Tŭrnovo (Station) to Istanbul train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Veliko Tarnovo station.

Where does the Veliko Tŭrnovo (Station) to Istanbul bus arrive?

Veliko Tŭrnovo (Station) to Istanbul bus services, operated by Huntur, arrive at Istanbul Büyük Otogari station.

What is the time difference between Veliko Tŭrnovo (Station) and Istanbul?

Istanbul is 1h ahead of Veliko Tŭrnovo (Station). It is currently 13:06 in Veliko Tŭrnovo (Station) and 14:06 in Istanbul.

Where does the Veliko Tŭrnovo (Station) to Istanbul train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Veliko Tŭrnovo (Station) to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Veliko Tŭrnovo (Station) to Istanbul is 497 km. It takes approximately 5h 51m to drive from Veliko Tŭrnovo (Station) to Istanbul.

How do I get a bus ticket from Veliko Tŭrnovo (Station) to Istanbul?

Book your Veliko Tŭrnovo (Station) to Istanbul bus tickets online with Distribusion and 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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