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Two ways to Travel from Istanbul Airport to Kardzhali

Composite routes from Istanbul Airport to Kardzhali

Cheapest
3 h 56 min
Car
363 km.
from $19

Transport providers

Airlines

Aegean Airlines

Website:
en.aegeanair.com/
Plane from Istanbul to Alexandroupoli
Ave. Duration:
5h 22m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.91–$433.11

Train operators

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)

Phone:
+35929311111
Website:
bdz.bg/en
Train from Halkali to Dimitrovgrad
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.28–$14.01
Train from Dimitrovgrad to Kardjali
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$3.18–$6.62

Bus operators

Alpar Turizm

Phone:
+90 212 658 18 51
Email:
Website:
alparturizm.com.tr/en/
Bus from Istanbul to Haskovo
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.29–$21.66

Arda Tur

Phone:
0700 20 544
Website:
ardatur.bg
Bus from Istanbul Yotel Airport Exit A to Haskovo
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$19.11–$28.02
Bus from Edirne Bus Station to Kardzhali
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$9.55–$14.01

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:
$16.76

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Kardzhali is to night train and train which costs $11.96 - $21.74 and takes 11h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Kardzhali is to drive which takes 3h 56m and costs $54.35 - $81.52 .

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

No, there is no direct bus from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Kardzhali. However, there are services departing from Istanbul Yotel Airport Exit A and arriving at Kardzhali via Haskovo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Istanbul Airport (IST) and Kardzhali?

No, there is no direct train from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Kardzhali. However, there are services departing from Istanbul Airport and arriving at Kardjali via Gayrettepe, Yenikapi, Halkali and Dimitrovgrad. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 17m.

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

The distance between Istanbul Airport (IST) and Kardzhali is 372 km. The road distance is 363.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Kardzhali without a car is to bus which takes 6h 5m and costs $16.30 - $23.91 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 34m to get from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Kardzhali, including transfers.

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

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

Where do I catch the Istanbul Airport (IST) to Kardzhali train from?

Istanbul Airport (IST) to Kardzhali train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Halkali station.

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

Istanbul Airport (IST) to Kardzhali bus services, operated by Arda Tur, arrive at Haskovo Central Bus Station.

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

Kardzhali is 1h behind Istanbul Airport (IST). It is currently 23:10 in Istanbul Airport (IST) and 22:10 in Kardzhali.

Where does the Istanbul Airport (IST) to Kardzhali train arrive?

Istanbul Airport (IST) to Kardzhali train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Dimitrovgrad station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul Airport (IST) to Kardzhali is 363 km. It takes approximately 3h 56m to drive from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Kardzhali.

Where can I stay near Kardzhali?

There are 59+ hotels available in Kardzhali. Prices start at $16.26 per night.
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