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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Istanbul Aksaray to Sofia

Composite routes from Istanbul Aksaray to Sofia

Cheapest
5 h 10 min
Car
546 km.
from $30
Other
5 h 22 min
Train, Plane
501 km.
from $153.72
5 h 51 min
Train, Plane
501 km.
from $133.15

Transport providers

Bus operators

Citylines

Phone:
+3590885700870
Email:
Website:
citylines.eu/
Bus from Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
9h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$34.39–$45.86

Arda Tur

Phone:
0700 20 544
Website:
ardatur.bg
Bus from Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
9h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$36.94–$53.50

Metro Turizm

Phone:
0850 222 34 55
Email:
Website:
metroturizm.com.tr/en
Bus from Bayrampaşa to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
8h 44m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$16.56–$31.85

Airlines

Pegasus Airlines

Website:
flypgs.com/
Plane from Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$58.60–$280.25

Turkish Airlines

Website:
turkishairlines.com/
Plane from Istanbul to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.86–$407.64

Train operators

Turkish Railways (TCDD)

Phone:
+90 444 8 233
Email:
Website:
tcdd.gov.tr/
Train from Halkalı to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
14h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$5.86–$8.28
Train from Yenikapi to Ayrilikcesme
Ave. Duration:
14 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.66–$2.42

Istanbul Ulasim

Phone:
+90 850 252 88 00
Email:
Website:
metro.istanbul/
Train from Yenikapi to Gayrettepe
Ave. Duration:
17 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.48

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul Aksaray to Sofia?

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul Aksaray to Sofia is to train which costs $6.52 - $9.24 and takes 16h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Istanbul Aksaray to Sofia?

The fastest way to get from Istanbul Aksaray to Sofia is to drive which takes 5h 10m and costs $81.52 - $130.43 .

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul Aksaray and Sofia?

No, there is no direct bus from Istanbul Aksaray to Sofia. However, there are services departing from Aksaray and arriving at Sofia via Bayrampaşa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Istanbul Aksaray and Sofia?

No, there is no direct train from Istanbul Aksaray to Sofia. However, there are services departing from Yenikapi and arriving at Sofia via Halkalı. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 23m.

How far is it from Istanbul Aksaray to Sofia?

The distance between Istanbul Aksaray and Sofia is 529 km. The road distance is 546.3 km.

How do I travel from Istanbul Aksaray to Sofia without a car?

The best way to get from Istanbul Aksaray to Sofia without a car is to bus via İstanbul Caddesi which takes 10h 8m and costs $14.13 - $28.26 .

How long does it take to get from Istanbul Aksaray to Sofia?

It takes approximately 5h 22m to get from Istanbul Aksaray to Sofia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul Aksaray to Sofia bus from?

Istanbul Aksaray to Sofia bus services, operated by Metro Turizm, depart from Bayrampaşa station.

Where do I catch the Istanbul Aksaray to Sofia train from?

Istanbul Aksaray to Sofia train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), depart from Halkalı station.

Train or bus from Istanbul Aksaray to Sofia?

The best way to get from Istanbul Aksaray to Sofia is to bus via İstanbul Caddesi which takes 10h 8m and costs $14.13 - $28.26 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $6.52 - $9.24 and takes 16h 23m.

Where does the Istanbul Aksaray to Sofia bus arrive?

Istanbul Aksaray to Sofia bus services, operated by Metro Turizm, arrive at Sofia station.

What is the time difference between Istanbul Aksaray and Sofia?

Sofia is 1h behind Istanbul Aksaray. It is currently 12:28 in Istanbul Aksaray and 11:28 in Sofia.

Where does the Istanbul Aksaray to Sofia train arrive?

Istanbul Aksaray to Sofia train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), arrive at Sofia station.

Can I drive from Istanbul Aksaray to Sofia?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul Aksaray to Sofia is 546 km. It takes approximately 5h 10m to drive from Istanbul Aksaray to Sofia.

Where can I stay near Sofia?

There are 1944+ hotels available in Sofia. Prices start at $14.84 per night.
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