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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Istanbul to Smolyan

Composite routes from Istanbul to Smolyan

Cheapest
5 h 48 min
Car
485 km.
from $26

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Istanbul Büyük Otogari to Plovdiv
Ave. Duration:
6h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$33.70–$47.83

Citylines

Phone:
+3590885700870
Email:
Website:
citylines.eu/
Bus from Istanbul Büyük Otogari to Plovdiv
Ave. Duration:
6h 25m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$20.65–$28.26

Alpar Turizm

Phone:
+90 212 658 18 51
Email:
Website:
alparturizm.com.tr/en/
Bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Plovdiv
Ave. Duration:
6h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.22–$27.17

Kamil Koc

Phone:
444 0 562
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Plovdiv
Ave. Duration:
6h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$11.96–$16.30

Arda Tur

Phone:
0700 20 544
Website:
ardatur.bg
Bus from Istanbul Büyük Otogari to Plovdiv
Ave. Duration:
6h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$21.74–$30.43

BG Razpisanie

Email:
Website:
bgrazpisanie.com/
Bus from Plovdiv to Smolyan
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$4.67–$8.70

Train operators

Turkish Railways (TCDD)

Phone:
+90 444 8 233
Email:
Website:
tcdd.gov.tr/
Train from Halkalı to Plovdiv
Ave. Duration:
11h 17m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$3.70–$5.11

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)

Phone:
+35929311111
Website:
bdz.bg/en
Train from Halkali to Dimitrovgrad
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.07–$11.96
Train from Dimitrovgrad to Krumovo
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$2.39–$5.22

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Smolyan is to train and bus which costs $9.78 - $16.30 and takes 16h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Smolyan is to drive which takes 5h 47m and costs $70.65 - $108.70 .

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Smolyan?

No, there is no direct bus from Istanbul to Smolyan. However, there are services departing from Istanbul Büyük Otogari and arriving at Smolyan via Plovdiv. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 25m.

How far is it from Istanbul to Smolyan?

The distance between Istanbul and Smolyan is 511 km. The road distance is 485.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Istanbul to Smolyan without a car is to bus which takes 10h 25m and costs $26.09 - $59.78 .

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

It takes approximately 10h 25m to get from Istanbul to Smolyan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Smolyan bus from?

Istanbul to Smolyan bus services, operated by Citylines, depart from Istanbul Büyük Otogari station.

Where does the Istanbul to Smolyan bus arrive?

Istanbul to Smolyan bus services, operated by Citylines, arrive at Plovdiv Bus Station South.

What is the time difference between Istanbul and Smolyan?

Smolyan is 1h behind Istanbul. It is currently 12:26 in Istanbul and 11:26 in Smolyan.

Can I drive from Istanbul to Smolyan?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Smolyan is 485 km. It takes approximately 5h 47m to drive from Istanbul to Smolyan.

Where can I stay near Smolyan?

There are 577+ hotels available in Smolyan. Prices start at $48.63 per night.
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