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6 h 26 min
490 km.
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Istanbul, Turkey → Balkan Mountains, Bulgaria

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Istanbul to Balkan Mountains

Composite routes from Istanbul to Balkan Mountains

Cheapest
6 h 26 min
Car
490 km.
from $26
Other
10 h 21 min
Plane, Train
380 km.
from $264.33

Transport providers

Bus operators

Citylines

Phone:
+3590885700870
Email:
Website:
citylines.eu/
Bus from Istanbul Büyük Otogari to Kazanlak
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$24.20–$33.12

Huntur

Phone:
+90 212 658 00 61
Email:
Website:
huntur.com.tr/
Bus from Istanbul Büyük Otogari to Kazanlak
Ave. Duration:
6h
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

Train operators

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)

Phone:
+35929311111
Website:
bdz.bg/en
Train from Iskarsko Shose to Karlovo
Ave. Duration:
2h 41m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$4.20–$8.28
Train from Halkali to Stara
Ave. Duration:
6h 33m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$9.55–$28.10
Train from Stara Zagora to Karlovo
Ave. Duration:
2h 52m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$4.71–$8.92

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Balkan Mountains?

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Balkan Mountains is to night train and train which costs $29.35 - $59.78 and takes 13h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Istanbul to Balkan Mountains?

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Balkan Mountains is to drive which takes 6h 26m and costs $76.09 - $119.57 .

How far is it from Istanbul to Balkan Mountains?

The distance between Istanbul and Balkan Mountains is 484 km. The road distance is 490.6 km.

How do I travel from Istanbul to Balkan Mountains without a car?

The best way to get from Istanbul to Balkan Mountains without a car is to bus which takes 9h 21m and costs $33.70 - $48.91 .

How long does it take to get from Istanbul to Balkan Mountains?

It takes approximately 9h 21m to get from Istanbul to Balkan Mountains, including transfers.

Can I drive from Istanbul to Balkan Mountains?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Balkan Mountains is 491 km. It takes approximately 6h 26m to drive from Istanbul to Balkan Mountains.

Where can I stay near Balkan Mountains?

There are 146+ hotels available in Balkan Mountains. Prices start at $22.76 per night.
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