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Istanbul Airport, Turkey → Sliven, Bulgaria

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Six ways to Travel from Istanbul Airport to Sliven

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Transport providers

Bus operators

Union Ivkoni

Phone:
07001 8282
Website:
union-ivkoni.com/
Bus from Burgas Bus Station South to Sliven
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$7.01–$12.10

Citylines

Phone:
+3590885700870
Website:
citylines.eu/
Bus from Istanbul Büyük Otogari to Sliven
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$21.66–$30.57

Arda Tur

Phone:
0700 20 544
Website:
ardatur.bg
Bus from Istanbul Yotel Airport Exit A to Burgas
Ave. Duration:
4h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$19.11–$26.75

Huntur

Phone:
+90 212 658 00 61
Website:
huntur.com.tr/
Bus from Istanbul Büyük Otogari to Sliven
Ave. Duration:
6h 29m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$35.67–$40.76

Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Website:
turkishairlines.com/
Plane from Istanbul to Varna
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.60–$445.85

Train operators

Turkish Railways (TCDD)

Phone:
+90 444 8 233
Website:
tcdd.gov.tr/
Train from Halkalı to Dimitrovgrad
Ave. Duration:
9h 43m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$3.44–$4.84

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)

Phone:
+35929311111
Website:
bdz.bg/en
Train from Varna to Sliven
Ave. Duration:
2h 58m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$5.86–$10.83
Train from Dimitrovgrad to Straldja
Ave. Duration:
2h 18m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$4.71–$8.92
Train from Burgas to Sliven
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$3.82–$7.64

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Sliven is to train which costs $9.78 - $16.30 and takes 17h.

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

The fastest way to get from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Sliven is to drive which takes 4h 18m and costs $53.26 - $81.52 .

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

No, there is no direct bus from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Sliven station. However, there are services departing from Istanbul Yotel Airport Exit A and arriving at Sliven Central Bus Station via Burgas Bus Station South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.

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

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

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

The distance between Istanbul Airport (IST) and Sliven is 451 km. The road distance is 344.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Sliven without a car is to bus via Burgas which takes 7h 20m and costs $21.74 - $33.70 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 15m to get from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Sliven, including transfers.

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

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

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

Istanbul Airport (IST) to Sliven train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), depart from Halkalı station.

Train or bus from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Sliven?

The best way to get from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Sliven is to bus via Burgas which takes 7h 20m and costs $21.74 - $33.70 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $9.78 - $16.30 and takes 17h.

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

Istanbul Airport (IST) to Sliven bus services, operated by Arda Tur, arrive at Burgas Bus Station South.

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

Sliven is 1h behind Istanbul Airport (IST). It is currently 12:28 in Istanbul Airport (IST) and 11:28 in Sliven.

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

Istanbul Airport (IST) to Sliven train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), arrive at Dimitrovgrad station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul Airport (IST) to Sliven is 344 km. It takes approximately 4h 18m to drive from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Sliven.

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

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Where can I stay near Sliven?

There are 76+ hotels available in Sliven. Prices start at $15.72 per night.
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