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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Istanbul to Vratsa

Composite routes from Istanbul to Vratsa

Cheapest
6 h 19 min
Car
642 km.
from $35

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Sofia to Vratsa
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$10.87–$16.30

Citylines

Phone:
+3590885700870
Email:
Website:
citylines.eu/
Bus from Istanbul Büyük Otogari to Stara
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$19.57–$26.09

Alpar Turizm

Phone:
+90 212 658 18 51
Email:
Website:
alparturizm.com.tr/en/
Bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
9h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.65–$32.61

Kamil Koc

Phone:
444 0 562
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
9h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$13.04–$18.48

Huntur

Phone:
+90 212 658 00 61
Email:
Website:
huntur.com.tr/
Bus from Istanbul Büyük Otogari to Stara
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$30.43–$35.87

Planinite Bus

Website:
planinite.info/index_ENGL.htm
Bus from Stara Zagora to Vratsa
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Once daily

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:
$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

Train operators

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)

Phone:
+35929311111
Website:
bdz.bg/en
Train from Halkali to Gorna
Ave. Duration:
8h 9m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.33–$27.99
Train from Gorna Oryahovitsa to Mezdra
Ave. Duration:
2h 19m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$4.89–$8.70
Train from Iskarsko Shose to Vratsa
Ave. Duration:
2h 56m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$3.37–$6.52

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Vratsa is to night train and train which costs $16.30 - $40.22 and takes 14h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Vratsa is to drive which takes 6h 19m and costs $97.83 - $152.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Vratsa?

No, there is no direct bus from Istanbul station to Vratsa station. However, there are services departing from İstanbul Esenler bus station and arriving at Vratsa bus station via Sofia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Istanbul and Vratsa?

No, there is no direct train from Istanbul to Vratsa. However, there are services departing from Yenikapi and arriving at Vratsa via Halkali, Gorna Oryahovitsa and Mezdra. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 7m.

How far is it from Istanbul to Vratsa?

The distance between Istanbul and Vratsa is 669 km. The road distance is 643 km.

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

The best way to get from Istanbul to Vratsa without a car is to bus which takes 11h 40m and costs $23.91 - $48.91 .

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

It takes approximately 11h 40m to get from Istanbul to Vratsa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Vratsa bus from?

Istanbul to Vratsa bus services, operated by Kamil Koc, depart from İstanbul Esenler bus station.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Vratsa train from?

Istanbul to Vratsa train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Halkali station.

Train, bus or fly from Istanbul to Vratsa?

The best way to get from Istanbul to Vratsa is to bus which takes 11h 40m and costs $23.91 - $48.91 . There are no good options to train or fly between Istanbul to Vratsa.

Where does the Istanbul to Vratsa bus arrive?

Istanbul to Vratsa bus services, operated by Kamil Koc, arrive at Sofia station.

What is the time difference between Istanbul and Vratsa?

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

Where does the Istanbul to Vratsa train arrive?

Istanbul to Vratsa train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Gorna Oryahovitsa station.

Can I drive from Istanbul to Vratsa?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Vratsa is 643 km. It takes approximately 6h 19m to drive from Istanbul to Vratsa.

Where can I stay near Vratsa?

There are 65+ hotels available in Vratsa. Prices start at $18.97 per night.
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