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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Istanbul to Blagoevgrad

Composite routes from Istanbul to Blagoevgrad

Cheapest
6 h 9 min
Car
641 km.
from $35

Transport providers

Bus operators

Union Ivkoni

Phone:
07001 8282
Email:
Website:
union-ivkoni.com/
Bus from Serres to Blagoevgrad
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$6.52–$10.87

Citylines

Phone:
+3590885700870
Email:
Website:
citylines.eu/
Bus from Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Haskovo
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$17.39–$23.91

Alpar Turizm

Phone:
+90 212 658 18 51
Email:
Website:
alparturizm.com.tr/en/
Bus from Istanbul to Blagoevgrad
Ave. Duration:
10h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$26.09–$36.96

Traventuria

Phone:
+359 2 493 0191
Email:
Website:
traventuria.com/
Bus from Sofia Airport Terminal 1 Bus Stop to Blagoevgrad
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.65–$28.26

Crazy Holidays

Phone:
+30 2310241545
Email:
Website:
crazyholidays.gr/root.en.aspx
Bus from Haskovo to Blagoevgrad
Ave. Duration:
5h 1m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$45.65–$65.22

Arda Tur

Phone:
0700 20 544
Website:
ardatur.bg
Bus from Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Haskovo
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$17.39–$25.00

KTEL Serron

Phone:
+30 23210-22822
Email:
Website:
ktelserron.gr/
Bus from Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station to Serres
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.52–$9.78
Bus from Serres to Blagoevgrad
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$9.78–$14.13

Airlines

Aegean Airlines

Website:
en.aegeanair.com/
Plane from Istanbul to International
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$130.43–$445.65

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:
$50.00–$239.13

Turkish Airlines

Website:
turkishairlines.com/
Plane from Istanbul to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$130.43–$347.83
Plane from Istanbul to International
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$130.43–$445.65

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:
$5.00–$7.07

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)

Phone:
+35929311111
Website:
bdz.bg/en
Train from Sofia to Blagoevgrad
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$3.37–$6.52

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Blagoevgrad?

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Blagoevgrad is to train which costs $9.78 - $16.30 and takes 19h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Istanbul to Blagoevgrad?

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Blagoevgrad is to drive which takes 6h 12m and costs $97.83 - $152.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Blagoevgrad?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Istanbul and arriving at Blagoevgrad. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Istanbul and Blagoevgrad?

No, there is no direct train from Istanbul to Blagoevgrad. However, there are services departing from Yenikapi and arriving at Blagoevgrad via Halkalı and Sofia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 17m.

How far is it from Istanbul to Blagoevgrad?

The distance between Istanbul and Blagoevgrad is 683 km. The road distance is 641.2 km.

How do I travel from Istanbul to Blagoevgrad without a car?

The best way to get from Istanbul to Blagoevgrad without a car is to bus which takes 10h 30m and costs $26.09 - $36.96 .

How long does it take to get from Istanbul to Blagoevgrad?

The bus from Istanbul to Blagoevgrad takes 10h 30m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Blagoevgrad bus from?

Istanbul to Blagoevgrad bus services, operated by Alpar Turizm, depart from Istanbul station.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Blagoevgrad train from?

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

Train or bus from Istanbul to Blagoevgrad?

The best way to get from Istanbul to Blagoevgrad is to bus which takes 10h 30m and costs $26.09 - $36.96 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $9.78 - $16.30 and takes 19h 17m.

Where does the Istanbul to Blagoevgrad bus arrive?

Istanbul to Blagoevgrad bus services, operated by Alpar Turizm, arrive at Blagoevgrad station.

What is the time difference between Istanbul and Blagoevgrad?

Blagoevgrad is 1h behind Istanbul. It is currently 13:25 in Istanbul and 12:25 in Blagoevgrad.

Where does the Istanbul to Blagoevgrad train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Istanbul to Blagoevgrad?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Blagoevgrad is 641 km. It takes approximately 6h 12m to drive from Istanbul to Blagoevgrad.

Where can I stay near Blagoevgrad?

There are 99+ hotels available in Blagoevgrad. Prices start at $19.51 per night.
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