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Sirkeci to Sofia

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5 h 14 min
550 km.
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5 h 18 min
503 km.
from $155.43

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

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 Sirkeci (Station) to Sofia?

The cheapest way to get from Sirkeci (Station) to Sofia is to train which costs $6.52 - $9.78 and takes 16h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sirkeci (Station) to Sofia?

The fastest way to get from Sirkeci (Station) to Sofia is to drive which takes 5h 14m and costs $81.52 - $130.43 .

Is there a direct bus between Sirkeci (Station) and Sofia?

No, there is no direct bus from Sirkeci (Station) to Sofia. However, there are services departing from Unkapanı and arriving at Sofia via Bayrampaşa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Sirkeci (Station) and Sofia?

No, there is no direct train from Sirkeci (Station) to Sofia. However, there are services departing from Sirkeci and arriving at Sofia via Halkalı. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 16m.

How far is it from Sirkeci (Station) to Sofia?

The distance between Sirkeci (Station) and Sofia is 531 km. The road distance is 549.9 km.

How do I travel from Sirkeci (Station) to Sofia without a car?

The best way to get from Sirkeci (Station) to Sofia without a car is to bus which takes 10h 32m and costs $29.35 - $40.22 .

How long does it take to get from Sirkeci (Station) to Sofia?

It takes approximately 5h 18m to get from Sirkeci (Station) to Sofia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sirkeci (Station) to Sofia bus from?

Sirkeci (Station) to Sofia bus services, operated by Metro Turizm, depart from Bayrampaşa station.

Where do I catch the Sirkeci (Station) to Sofia train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Sirkeci (Station) to Sofia?

The best way to get from Sirkeci (Station) to Sofia is to bus which takes 10h 32m and costs $29.35 - $40.22 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $6.52 - $9.78 and takes 16h 16m, you could also fly, which costs $52.17 - $250 and takes 5h 36m.

Where does the Sirkeci (Station) to Sofia bus arrive?

Sirkeci (Station) to Sofia bus services, operated by Metro Turizm, arrive at Sofia station.

What is the time difference between Sirkeci (Station) and Sofia?

Sofia is 1h behind Sirkeci (Station). It is currently 02:05 in Sirkeci (Station) and 01:05 in Sofia.

Where does the Sirkeci (Station) to Sofia train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sirkeci (Station) to Sofia?

Yes, the driving distance between Sirkeci (Station) to Sofia is 550 km. It takes approximately 5h 14m to drive from Sirkeci (Station) 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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