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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Sliven to Istanbul

Composite routes from Sliven to Istanbul

Cheapest
4 h 25 min
Car
366 km.
from $20

Transport providers

Bus operators

Union Ivkoni

Phone:
07001 8282
Email:
booking@union-ivkoni.com
Website:
union-ivkoni.com/
Bus from Sliven Central Bus Station to Burgas
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.98–$10.33

Citylines

Phone:
+3590885700870
Email:
support@citylines.eu
Website:
citylines.eu/
Bus from Sliven Central Bus Station to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
7h 30m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$18.48–$26.09
Bus from Burgas Tsaritsa Yoanna to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
6h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$17.39–$23.91

Arda Tur

Phone:
0700 20 544
Website:
ardatur.bg
Bus from Burgas Tsaritsa Yoanna to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
6h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.30–$25.00

Huntur

Phone:
+90 212 658 00 61
Email:
info@huntur.com.tr
Website:
huntur.com.tr/
Bus from Sliven Central Bus Station to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$30.43–$34.78

Patnicheski Prevozi AD.

Phone:
062 / 64-09-08
Email:
office@pprevozi.com
Website:
pprevozi.com/
Bus from Sliven Central Bus Station to Burgas
Ave. Duration:
2h 26m
Frequency:
Twice daily

Train operators

Turkish Railways (TCDD)

Phone:
+90 444 8 233
Email:
cozum@tcddtasimacilik.gov.tr
Website:
tcdd.gov.tr/
Train from Dimitrovgrad to Halkalı
Ave. Duration:
6h 19m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$4.35–$6.52

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)

Phone:
+35929311111
Website:
bdz.bg/en
Train from Straldja to Dimitrovgrad
Ave. Duration:
2h 14m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$2.50–$4.24

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Sliven to Istanbul is to train which costs $8.70 - $16.30 and takes 11h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sliven to Istanbul is to drive which takes 4h 33m and costs $54.35 - $86.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Sliven and Istanbul?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sliven Central Bus Station station and arriving at Istanbul Büyük Otogari. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Sliven and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct train from Sliven to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Sliven and arriving at Yenikapi via Straldja, Dimitrovgrad and Halkali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 41m.

How far is it from Sliven to Istanbul?

The distance between Sliven and Istanbul is 359 km. The road distance is 366.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Sliven to Istanbul without a car is to bus which takes 5h 30m and costs $18.48 - $26.09 .

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

The bus from Sliven Central Bus Station to Istanbul Büyük Otogari takes 5h 30m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Sliven to Istanbul bus from?

Sliven to Istanbul bus services, operated by Huntur, depart from Sliven Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Sliven to Istanbul train from?

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

Train or bus from Sliven to Istanbul?

The best way to get from Sliven to Istanbul is to bus which takes 5h 30m and costs $18.48 - $26.09 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $8.70 - $16.30 and takes 11h 41m.

Where does the Sliven to Istanbul bus arrive?

Sliven to Istanbul bus services, operated by Huntur, arrive at Istanbul Büyük Otogari station.

What is the time difference between Sliven and Istanbul?

Istanbul is 1h ahead of Sliven. It is currently 09:55 in Sliven and 10:55 in Istanbul.

Where does the Sliven to Istanbul train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sliven to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Sliven to Istanbul is 366 km. It takes approximately 4h 33m to drive from Sliven to Istanbul.

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

Book your Sliven to Istanbul bus tickets online with Distribusion and 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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