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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Vratsa to Istanbul

Composite routes from Vratsa to Istanbul

Cheapest
6 h 21 min
Car
643 km.
from $35

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Vratsa bus station to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$10.87–$16.30
Bus from Sofia to İstanbul
Ave. Duration:
8h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$45.65–$65.22

Citylines

Phone:
+3590885700870
Email:
support@citylines.eu
Website:
citylines.eu/
Bus from Sofia to İstanbul
Ave. Duration:
9h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$27.17–$35.87
Bus from Stara Zagora OMV Gas Station to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
7h 45m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$20.65–$27.17

Arda Tur

Phone:
0700 20 544
Website:
ardatur.bg
Bus from Sofia to İstanbul
Ave. Duration:
9h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.35–$41.30

Planinite Bus

Website:
planinite.info/index_ENGL.htm
Bus from Vratsa to Stara
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Once daily

Varshets Local Transport

Website:
varshets.info/index.php
Bus from Vratsa to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
1h 51m
Frequency:
Once daily

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

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)

Phone:
+35929311111
Website:
bdz.bg/en
Train from Vratsa to Gorna
Ave. Duration:
2h 56m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$5.11–$9.24
Train from Gorna Oryahovitsa to Halkali
Ave. Duration:
8h 9m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.33–$27.99

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Vratsa to Istanbul is to train and night train which costs $16.30 - $40.22 and takes 12h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vratsa to Istanbul is to drive which takes 6h 21m and costs $97.83 - $152.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Vratsa and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct bus from Vratsa station to Istanbul station. However, there are services departing from Vratsa bus station and arriving at İstanbul Esenler bus station via Sofia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Vratsa and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct train from Vratsa to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Vratsa and arriving at Yenikapi via Gorna Oryahovitsa and Halkali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 43m.

How far is it from Vratsa to Istanbul?

The distance between Vratsa and Istanbul is 670 km. The road distance is 643.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Vratsa to Istanbul without a car is to bus which takes 11h 10m and costs $40.22 - $59.78 .

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

It takes approximately 11h 10m to get from Vratsa to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vratsa to Istanbul bus from?

Vratsa to Istanbul bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Vratsa bus station.

Where do I catch the Vratsa to Istanbul train from?

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

Where does the Vratsa to Istanbul bus arrive?

Vratsa to Istanbul bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Sofia station.

What is the time difference between Vratsa and Istanbul?

Istanbul is 1h ahead of Vratsa. It is currently 00:33 in Vratsa and 01:33 in Istanbul.

Where does the Vratsa to Istanbul train arrive?

Vratsa to Istanbul train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Gorna Oryahovitsa station.

Can I drive from Vratsa to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Vratsa to Istanbul is 643 km. It takes approximately 6h 21m to drive from Vratsa to Istanbul.

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

Book your Vratsa to Istanbul bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

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