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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Sofia to Istanbul

Composite routes from Sofia to Istanbul

Cheapest
5 h 11 min
Car
546 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:
$27.17–$35.87

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:
$20.65–$32.61

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:
$13.04–$18.48

Arda Tur

Phone:
0700 20 544
Website:
ardatur.bg
Bus from Sofia to İstanbul
Ave. Duration:
7h 51m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$29.35–$41.30

Metro Turizm

Phone:
0850 222 34 55
Email:
iletisim@metroturizm.com.tr
Website:
metroturizm.com.tr/en
Bus from Sofia to Bayrampaşa
Ave. Duration:
8h 43m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$14.13–$27.17

Huntur

Phone:
+90 212 658 00 61
Email:
info@huntur.com.tr
Website:
huntur.com.tr/
Bus from Sofia to İstanbul
Ave. Duration:
7h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$33.70–$38.04

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 Sofia to Halkalı
Ave. Duration:
10h 49m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$5.98–$79.12
Train from Ayrilikcesme to Yenikapi
Ave. Duration:
14 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.41–$2.07

Istanbul Ulasim

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

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Sofia to İstanbul?

The cheapest way to get from Sofia to İstanbul is to bus via Bayrampaşa which costs $14.13 - $27.17 and takes 9h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sofia to İstanbul?

The fastest way to get from Sofia to İstanbul is to drive which takes 5h 9m and costs $81.52 - $130.43 .

Is there a direct bus between Sofia and İstanbul?

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 Sofia and İstanbul?

No, there is no direct train from Sofia to İstanbul. However, there are services departing from Sofia and arriving at Otogar via Halkali and Yenikapi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 45m.

How far is it from Sofia to İstanbul?

The distance between Sofia and İstanbul is 559 km. The road distance is 543.2 km.

How do I travel from Sofia to İstanbul without a car?

The best way to get from Sofia to İstanbul without a car is to bus which takes 8h 30m and costs $13.04 - $38.04 .

How long does it take to get from Sofia to İstanbul?

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 Sofia to İstanbul bus from?

Sofia to İstanbul bus services, operated by Kamil Koc, depart from Sofia station.

Where do I catch the Sofia to İstanbul train from?

Sofia to İstanbul train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), depart from Sofia station.

Train or bus from Sofia to İstanbul?

The best way to get from Sofia to İstanbul is to bus which takes 8h 30m and costs $13.04 - $38.04 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $6.52 - $81.52 and takes 11h 45m.

Where does the Sofia to İstanbul bus arrive?

Sofia to İstanbul bus services, operated by Kamil Koc, arrive at İstanbul Esenler bus station.

What is the time difference between Sofia and İstanbul?

İstanbul is 1h ahead of Sofia. It is currently 09:50 in Sofia and 10:50 in İstanbul.

Where does the Sofia to İstanbul train arrive?

Sofia to İstanbul train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), arrive at Halkalı station.

Can I drive from Sofia to İstanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Sofia to İstanbul is 543 km. It takes approximately 5h 9m to drive from Sofia to İstanbul.

How do I get a bus ticket from Sofia to İstanbul?

Book your Sofia to İstanbul bus tickets online with Omio and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near İstanbul?

There are 4684+ hotels available in İstanbul. Prices start at $22.90 per night.
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