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Two ways to Travel from Istanbul Airport to Stara Zagora

Composite routes from Istanbul Airport to Stara Zagora

Cheapest
3 h 54 min
Car
393 km.
from $21

Transport providers

Bus operators

Citylines

Phone:
+3590885700870
Email:
Website:
citylines.eu/
Bus from Istanbul Büyük Otogari to Stara
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$22.93–$30.57

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

Pavel Banya Municipality Transport

Phone:
0887 900 563
Website:
pavelbanya.eu/
Bus from Haskovo to Stara
Ave. Duration:
1h 36m
Frequency:
Hourly

Huntur

Phone:
+90 212 658 00 61
Email:
Website:
huntur.com.tr/
Bus from Istanbul Büyük Otogari to Stara
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$35.67–$42.04

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:
$165.60–$445.85

Train operators

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)

Phone:
+35929311111
Website:
bdz.bg/en
Train from Halkali to Stara
Ave. Duration:
6h 33m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$9.55–$28.10
Train from Iskarsko Shose to Stara
Ave. Duration:
3h 54m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$6.37–$11.46
Train from Varna to Stara
Ave. Duration:
3h 37m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$7.01–$12.74

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Stara Zagora is to night train which costs $8.15 - $30.43 and takes 9h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Stara Zagora is to drive which takes 3h 54m and costs $54.35 - $81.52 .

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

No, there is no direct bus from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Stara Zagora. However, there are services departing from Istanbul Yotel Airport Exit A and arriving at Stara Zagora via Haskovo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 36m.

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

The distance between Istanbul Airport (IST) and Stara Zagora is 384 km. The road distance is 358.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Stara Zagora without a car is to bus via Haskovo which takes 6h 36m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 36m to get from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Stara Zagora, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Can I drive from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Stara Zagora?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul Airport (IST) to Stara Zagora is 359 km. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Stara Zagora.

Where can I stay near Stara Zagora?

There are 127+ hotels available in Stara Zagora. Prices start at $26.34 per night.
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