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Overview: Bus from Istanbul to Sofia

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Overview Istanbul → Sofia

The bus route from Istanbul to Sofia covers a distance of 502 km and has an average duration of 9 hours and 35 minutes. There are eight direct buses available each day, with the first bus departing at 09:00 and the last at 23:59. Ticket prices start at 30 EUR.

502 km
Distance
$ 30
Cheapest ticket price
8
Direct buses
9 h 35 min
Average bus duration
8 h 50 min
Fastest bus
8
Buses per day
09:00
First bus
23:59
Last bus

Cheapest alternative travel options:

Plane — from $224
Train — from $30

Popular Bus Stations from Istanbul to Sofia

Istanbul Askaray Metro Station B Input - 34096, Adnan Menderes Blv Show on map
Istanbul

Contacts

Istanbul, 34096, Adnan Menderes Blv
41.0124813, 28.9473560
Istanbul Aksaray Kucuk Langa - 34096, Aksaray Küçük Langa Cd 69 Show on map
Istanbul

How to get there

The bus stop is on the Aksaray Kucuk Langa road.

Contacts

Istanbul, 34096, Aksaray Küçük Langa Cd 69
41.0068309, 28.9491152
Istanbul Hotel Montenegro - 34130, Koska Cd. Show on map
Istanbul

How to get there

The bus stop is located on Koska Cd. within walking distance of restaurants, shops and hotels.

Contacts

Istanbul, 34130, Koska Cd.
41.0090420, 28.9576850
Istanbul Gazi Mustafa Kemal Pasha Cd. - 34130, Gazi Mustafa Kemal Pasha Cd. 4 Show on map
Istanbul

Contacts

Istanbul, 34130, Gazi Mustafa Kemal Pasha Cd. 4
41.0061326, 28.9537426
Istanbul Fatih/S. Ahmet Ispark - 34440, İmran Öktem Cd. 4 Show on map
Istanbul

How to get there

The bus stop is located close to Hotel Arcadia Blue.

Contacts

Istanbul, 34440, İmran Öktem Cd. 4
41.0067608, 28.9736512
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport - 34906, Sabiha Gökçen Havaalanı Show on map
Istanbul

How to get there

The bus stop is located across arrival terminal exit 13.

Contacts

Istanbul, 34906, Sabiha Gökçen Havaalanı
40.9089926, 29.3151028

Bus Companies

Found: 4
3G BUS
Address: 58000, Chernivtsi, Seleznevskaya Street 15a
Citylines
Address: Mechka Str. 35, Sofia 1330, Bulgaria
KLR
Address: Khmelnitskiy city, Vinnytske shose 12/2D
Terravision Istanbul
Address: Units 1,2,3 The Colonnades Fountain Square, 123 Buckingham Palace Road London SW1W9SH, United Kingdom
3G BUS
58000, Chernivtsi, Seleznevskaya Street 15a
+380955784907
+380955784907
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FAQ’s

Bus from Istanbul to Sofia

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling on the route from Istanbul to Sofia (bus). From travel times and ticket prices to direct routes, first and last departures, as well as information about the departure and arrival bus stations. This guide will help you plan your trip quickly, conveniently, and without any hassle.

What is the distance between Istanbul and Sofia?

The distance is 502 km.

How long does the bus journey from Istanbul to Sofia take?

The average bus duration is 9 hours and 35 minutes, with the fastest bus taking 8 hours and 50 minutes.

How many buses operate daily on the Istanbul to Sofia route?

There are 8 buses per day, all of which are direct.

What is the cheapest ticket price for the Istanbul to Sofia route?

The cheapest ticket price is 30 EUR.

What are the luggage allowances for the bus trip?

Typically, you can bring 1 suitcase and 1 piece of hand luggage, but this may vary by carrier and fare.

Is Wi-Fi available on the buses from Istanbul to Sofia?

Wi-Fi availability depends on the bus class, which is shown during the booking process.

Where can I find information about stops along the route?

Details about intermediate stops are available on the booking page.
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