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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Sofia to Sirkeci

Composite routes from Sofia to Sirkeci

Cheapest
5 h 16 min
Car
550 km.
from $30
Other
5 h 19 min
Bus, Plane
503 km.
from $153.73
5 h 22 min
Bus, Plane
503 km.
from $143.99

Transport providers

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 Sirkeci
Ave. Duration:
10 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.64–$2.40

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)

Phone:
+35929311111
Website:
bdz.bg/en
Train from Sofia to Halkali
Ave. Duration:
13h 29m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$13.90–$22.74

Istanbul Ulasim

Phone:
+90 850 252 88 00
Email:
info@metro.istanbul
Website:
metro.istanbul/
Train from Gayrettepe to Sishane
Ave. Duration:
12 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.48

Bus operators

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

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Sofia to Sirkeci is to train via Fatih Sarayburnu which costs $11.96 - $19.57 and takes 14h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sofia to Sirkeci is to fly and Metro which takes 5h 19m and costs $92.39 - $282.61 .

Is there a direct bus between Sofia and Sirkeci?

No, there is no direct bus from Sofia to Sirkeci. However, there are services departing from Sofia and arriving at Karaköy via Istanbul Otogar and Sütlüce. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Sofia and Sirkeci?

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

How far is it from Sofia to Sirkeci?

The distance between Sofia and Sirkeci is 525 km. The road distance is 552.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Sofia to Sirkeci without a car is to bus which takes 9h 21m and costs $13.04 - $33.70 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 19m to get from Sofia to Sirkeci, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Sirkeci bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Sofia to Sirkeci train from?

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

Train or bus from Sofia to Sirkeci?

The best way to get from Sofia to Sirkeci is to bus which takes 9h 21m and costs $13.04 - $33.70 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $6.52 - $81.52 and takes 11h 31m.

Where does the Sofia to Sirkeci bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Sofia and Sirkeci?

Sirkeci is 1h ahead of Sofia. It is currently 14:37 in Sofia and 15:37 in Sirkeci.

Where does the Sofia to Sirkeci train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sofia to Sirkeci?

Yes, the driving distance between Sofia to Sirkeci is 553 km. It takes approximately 5h 19m to drive from Sofia to Sirkeci.

Where can I stay near Sirkeci?

There are 4593+ hotels available in Sirkeci. Prices start at $22.90 per night.
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