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Istanbul Airport to Bulgaria

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Four ways to Travel from Istanbul Airport to Bulgaria

Composite routes from Istanbul Airport to Bulgaria

Cheapest
4 h 18 min
Car
418 km.
from $22
Other
10 h 17 min
308 km.
from $27.39
3 h 14 min
Bus, Plane
307 km.
from $362.26

Transport providers

Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Website:
turkishairlines.com/
Plane from Istanbul to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.86–$407.64
Plane from Istanbul to Varna
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.12–$458.59
Plane from Istanbul to Bucharest
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.54–$318.46

Tarom

Website:
tarom.ro/
Plane from Istanbul to Bucharest
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.54–$318.46

Bus operators

Arda Tur

Phone:
0700 20 544
Website:
ardatur.bg
Bus from Istanbul Yotel Airport Exit A to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$34.39–$48.41

Metro Turizm

Phone:
0850 222 34 55
Email:
Website:
metroturizm.com.tr/en
Bus from Edrine to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$12.74–$17.83

Atlas Taxi

Phone:
+359 89 345 5533
Email:
Website:
atlastaxi.eu/
Bus from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Ruse
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$121.02–$292.99

Istanbul Seyahat

Phone:
0850 222 59 59
Email:
Website:
istanbulseyahat.com.tr/
Bus from Istanbul Airport Bus to Edirne
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$16.19

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Bulgaria?

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Bulgaria is to bus via Edirne which costs $25 - $30.43 and takes 10h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Bulgaria?

The fastest way to get from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Bulgaria is to fly which takes 2h 12m and costs $184.78 - $456.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul Airport (IST) and Bulgaria?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Istanbul Yotel Airport Exit A and arriving at Sofia Serdica Bus Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h.

How far is it from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Bulgaria?

The distance between Istanbul Airport (IST) and Bulgaria is 485 km. The road distance is 524.2 km.

How do I travel from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Bulgaria without a car?

The best way to get from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Bulgaria without a car is to bus which takes 8h and costs $29.35 - $41.30 .

How long does it take to get from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Bulgaria?

It takes approximately 2h 13m to get from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Bulgaria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul Airport (IST) to Bulgaria bus from?

Istanbul Airport (IST) to Bulgaria bus services, operated by Arda Tur, depart from Istanbul Yotel Airport Exit A station.

Bus or fly from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Bulgaria?

The best way to get from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Bulgaria is to fly which takes 2h 13m and costs $86.96 - $260.87 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $29.35 - $41.30 and takes 8h.

Where does the Istanbul Airport (IST) to Bulgaria bus arrive?

Istanbul Airport (IST) to Bulgaria bus services, operated by Arda Tur, arrive at Sofia Serdica Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Istanbul Airport (IST) and Bulgaria?

Bulgaria is 1h behind Istanbul Airport (IST). It is currently 11:12 in Istanbul Airport (IST) and 10:12 in Bulgaria.

Can I drive from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Bulgaria?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul Airport (IST) to Bulgaria is 524 km. It takes approximately 4h 57m to drive from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Bulgaria.

How do I get a bus ticket from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Bulgaria?

Book your Istanbul Airport (IST) to Bulgaria bus tickets online with Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Bulgaria?

There are 236+ hotels available in Bulgaria. Prices start at $21.42 per night.
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