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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Balchik to Istanbul

Composite routes from Balchik to Istanbul

Cheapest
6 h 43 min
Car
500 km.
from $27
Other
4 h 56 min
Plane, Train
274 km.
from $426.89
12 h 41 min
274 km.
from $73.24

Transport providers

Bus operators

Citylines

Phone:
+3590885700870
Email:
support@citylines.eu
Website:
citylines.eu/
Bus from Varna Coach Station to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
9h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$22.83–$30.43

Arda Tur

Phone:
0700 20 544
Website:
ardatur.bg
Bus from Varna Coach Station to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
8h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$23.91–$33.70

Metro Turizm

Phone:
0850 222 34 55
Email:
iletisim@metroturizm.com.tr
Website:
metroturizm.com.tr/en
Bus from Varna to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
7h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$11.96–$35.87

Atlas Taxi

Phone:
+359 89 345 5533
Email:
info@atlastaxi.eu
Website:
atlastaxi.eu/
Bus from Balchik to Bucharest
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$239.13–$336.96

TransEvren

Phone:
+4-0241-831.491
Email:
transevren1@yahoo.com
Website:
transevren.autogari.ro/curse
Bus from Durankulak to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
9h 52m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$22.83–$65.22

Avtoekspres

Phone:
+359 (0) 52 757 044
Email:
info@autogaravn.com
Website:
autogaravn.com/en
Bus from Balchik kv. Levski to Durankulak
Ave. Duration:
1h 49m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$5.00–$8.15

Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Website:
turkishairlines.com/
Plane from Varna Airport to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$380.43
Plane from Bucharest Otopeni to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
1h 41m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$86.96–$293.48

Tarom

Website:
tarom.ro/
Plane from Bucharest Otopeni to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
1h 41m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$86.96–$293.48

Train operators

Istanbul Ulasim

Phone:
+90 850 252 88 00
Email:
info@metro.istanbul
Website:
metro.istanbul/
Train from Gayrettepe to Vezneciler
Ave. Duration:
16 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.41

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Balchik to Istanbul is to bus via Istanbul Esenler Otogari which costs $27.17 - $39.13 and takes 10h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Balchik to Istanbul is to fly and Metro which takes 4h 56m and costs $184.78 - $478.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Balchik and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct bus from Balchik to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Balchik kv. Levski and arriving at Istanbul Otogari via Varna. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 29m.

How far is it from Balchik to Istanbul?

The distance between Balchik and Istanbul is 327 km. The road distance is 500.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Balchik to Istanbul without a car is to bus which takes 9h 29m and costs $15.22 - $41.30 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from Balchik to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balchik to Istanbul bus from?

Balchik to Istanbul bus services, operated by Metro Turizm, depart from Varna station.

Where does the Balchik to Istanbul bus arrive?

Balchik to Istanbul bus services, operated by Metro Turizm, arrive at Istanbul Otogari station.

What is the time difference between Balchik and Istanbul?

Istanbul is 1h ahead of Balchik. It is currently 14:29 in Balchik and 15:29 in Istanbul.

Can I drive from Balchik to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Balchik to Istanbul is 501 km. It takes approximately 6h 41m to drive from Balchik to Istanbul.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 4660+ hotels available in Istanbul. Prices start at $22.90 per night.
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