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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Central Bus Station Sofia to Istanbul

Composite routes from Central Bus Station Sofia to Istanbul

Cheapest
5 h 14 min
Car
548 km.
from $30
Fastest
1 h 12 min
Plane

Transport providers

Bus operators

Citylines

Phone:
+3590885700870
Email:
support@citylines.eu
Website:
citylines.eu/
Bus from Sofia to İstanbul
Ave. Duration:
8h 30m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$31.58–$41.69

Alpar Turizm

Phone:
+90 212 658 18 51
Email:
info@alparturizm.com.tr
Website:
alparturizm.com.tr/en/
Bus from Sofia to İstanbul
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$24.00–$37.90

Kamil Koc

Phone:
444 0 562
Email:
kamilkoc@kamilkoc.com.tr
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Sofia to İstanbul
Ave. Duration:
8h 30m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$15.16–$21.48

Arda Tur

Phone:
0700 20 544
Website:
ardatur.bg
Bus from Sofia to İstanbul
Ave. Duration:
7h 51m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$34.11–$48.01

Airlines

Aegean Airlines

Website:
en.aegeanair.com/
Plane from Sofia Airport to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$252.67–$821.18

Pegasus Airlines

Website:
flypgs.com/
Plane from Sofia Airport to Sabiha
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$63.17–$303.21

Turkish Airlines

Website:
turkishairlines.com/
Plane from Sofia Airport to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$151.60–$404.27

Tarom

Website:
tarom.ro/
Plane from Sofia Airport to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Wednesday to Friday
Estimated price:
$151.60–$404.27

Train operators

Turkish Railways (TCDD)

Phone:
+90 444 8 233
Email:
cozum@tcddtasimacilik.gov.tr
Website:
tcdd.gov.tr/
Train from Sofia to Halkalı
Ave. Duration:
10h 49m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$6.95–$91.96
Train from Ayrilikcesme to Yenikapi
Ave. Duration:
14 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.64–$2.40

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)

Phone:
+35929311111
Website:
bdz.bg/en
Train from Sofia to Iskarsko
Ave. Duration:
19 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.39–$4.55

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:
$0.48

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Central Bus Station Sofia to Istanbul?

The cheapest way to get from Central Bus Station Sofia to Istanbul is to bus which costs $29.35 - $41.30 and takes 8h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Central Bus Station Sofia to Istanbul?

The fastest way to get from Central Bus Station Sofia to Istanbul is to drive which takes 5h 14m and costs $81.52 - $130.43 .

Is there a direct bus between Central Bus Station Sofia and Istanbul?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sofia and arriving at İstanbul Esenler bus station station. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Central Bus Station Sofia and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct train from Central Bus Station Sofia to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Sofia and arriving at Yenikapi via Halkali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 31m.

How far is it from Central Bus Station Sofia to Istanbul?

The distance between Central Bus Station Sofia and Istanbul is 559 km. The road distance is 548.1 km.

How do I travel from Central Bus Station Sofia to Istanbul without a car?

The best way to get from Central Bus Station Sofia to Istanbul without a car is to bus which takes 8h 30m and costs $29.35 - $41.30 .

How long does it take to get from Central Bus Station Sofia to Istanbul?

The bus from Sofia to İstanbul Esenler bus station takes 8h 30m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Central Bus Station Sofia to Istanbul bus from?

Central Bus Station Sofia to Istanbul bus services, operated by Kamil Koc, depart from Sofia station.

Where do I catch the Central Bus Station Sofia to Istanbul train from?

Central Bus Station Sofia to Istanbul train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), depart from Sofia station.

Train or bus from Central Bus Station Sofia to Istanbul?

The best way to get from Central Bus Station Sofia to Istanbul is to bus which takes 8h 30m and costs $29.35 - $41.30 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $6.52 - $81.52 and takes 11h 31m.

Where does the Central Bus Station Sofia to Istanbul bus arrive?

Central Bus Station Sofia to Istanbul bus services, operated by Kamil Koc, arrive at İstanbul Esenler bus station.

Where does the Central Bus Station Sofia to Istanbul train arrive?

Central Bus Station Sofia to Istanbul train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), arrive at Halkalı station.

Can I drive from Central Bus Station Sofia to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Central Bus Station Sofia to Istanbul is 548 km. It takes approximately 5h 14m to drive from Central Bus Station Sofia to Istanbul.

How do I get a bus ticket from Central Bus Station Sofia to Istanbul?

Book your Central Bus Station Sofia to Istanbul bus tickets online with Omio and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

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