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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Karlovo to Istanbul

Composite routes from Karlovo to Istanbul

Cheapest
4 h 42 min
Car
457 km.
from $25

Transport providers

Bus operators

Union Ivkoni

Phone:
07001 8282
Email:
booking@union-ivkoni.com
Website:
union-ivkoni.com/
Bus from Karlovo Bus Station to Kazanlak
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$4.35–$7.07

Citylines

Phone:
+3590885700870
Email:
support@citylines.eu
Website:
citylines.eu/
Bus from Kazanlak Bus Station to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
8h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$21.74–$29.35

Alpar Turizm

Phone:
+90 212 658 18 51
Email:
info@alparturizm.com.tr
Website:
alparturizm.com.tr/en/
Bus from Plovdiv Bus Station South to İstanbul
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.22–$27.17

Kamil Koc

Phone:
444 0 562
Email:
kamilkoc@kamilkoc.com.tr
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Plovdiv Bus Station South to İstanbul
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$11.96–$16.30

Hebros Bus Ltd.

Phone:
032 65 78 11
Email:
office@hebrosbus.com
Website:
hebrosbus.com/en
Bus from Karlovo to Plovdiv
Ave. Duration:
1h 48m
Frequency:
Once daily

Karlovo Intermunicipal Transport

Website:
karlovo.bg/
Bus from Karlovo to Plovdiv
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
5 times a day

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:
$217.39–$706.52

Pegasus Airlines

Website:
flypgs.com/
Plane from Sofia Airport to Sabiha
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$54.35–$260.87

Turkish Airlines

Website:
turkishairlines.com/
Plane from Sofia Airport to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$130.43–$347.83

Tarom

Website:
tarom.ro/
Plane from Sofia Airport to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Wednesday to Friday
Estimated price:
$130.43–$347.83

Train operators

Turkish Railways (TCDD)

Phone:
+90 444 8 233
Email:
cozum@tcddtasimacilik.gov.tr
Website:
tcdd.gov.tr/
Train from Svilengrad to Halkalı
Ave. Duration:
4h 9m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$3.80–$5.33

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)

Phone:
+35929311111
Website:
bdz.bg/en
Train from Karlovo to Plovdiv
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$2.28–$5.11
Train from Plovdiv to Svilengrad
Ave. Duration:
2h 23m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$2.28–$3.80
Train from Karlovo to Stara
Ave. Duration:
2h 53m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$4.02–$7.61
Train from Stara Zagora to Halkali
Ave. Duration:
6h 34m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.15–$23.98
Train from Karlovo to Iskarsko
Ave. Duration:
3h 2m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$3.59–$7.07

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Karlovo to Istanbul is to train which costs $8.15 - $15.22 and takes 10h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Karlovo to Istanbul is to drive which takes 4h 42m and costs $70.65 - $103.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Karlovo and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct bus from Karlovo to Istanbul station. However, there are services departing from Karlovo and arriving at İstanbul Esenler bus station via Plovdiv Bus Station South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Karlovo and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct train from Karlovo to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Karlovo and arriving at Yenikapi via Plovdiv, Svilengrad and Halkali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 30m.

How far is it from Karlovo to Istanbul?

The distance between Karlovo and Istanbul is 473 km. The road distance is 457.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Karlovo to Istanbul without a car is to bus which takes 8h 35m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h 35m to get from Karlovo to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Karlovo to Istanbul bus from?

Karlovo to Istanbul bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, depart from Karlovo Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Karlovo to Istanbul train from?

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

Train or bus from Karlovo to Istanbul?

The best way to get from Karlovo to Istanbul is to bus which takes 8h 35m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $8.15 - $15.22 and takes 10h 30m.

Where does the Karlovo to Istanbul bus arrive?

Karlovo to Istanbul bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, arrive at Kazanlak Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Karlovo and Istanbul?

Istanbul is 1h ahead of Karlovo. It is currently 12:18 in Karlovo and 13:18 in Istanbul.

Where does the Karlovo to Istanbul train arrive?

Karlovo to Istanbul train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Plovdiv station.

Can I drive from Karlovo to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Karlovo to Istanbul is 458 km. It takes approximately 4h 42m to drive from Karlovo to Istanbul.

How do I get a bus ticket from Karlovo to Istanbul?

Book your Karlovo to Istanbul bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

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