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526 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Istanbul to Arbanasi

Composite routes from Istanbul to Arbanasi

Cheapest
5 h 54 min
Car
526 km.
from $28
Other
9 h 27 min
Bus, Plane
355 km.
from $371.76
9 h 17 min
Bus, Plane
355 km.
from $404.37

Transport providers

Bus operators

Citylines

Phone:
+3590885700870
Email:
support@citylines.eu
Website:
citylines.eu/
Bus from Istanbul Büyük Otogari to Veliko
Ave. Duration:
8h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$28.02–$36.94

Atlas Taxi

Phone:
+359 89 345 5533
Email:
info@atlastaxi.eu
Website:
atlastaxi.eu/
Bus from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Veliko
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$191.08–$305.73
Bus from Varna Airport to Veliko
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$95.54–$305.73

Luks Istanbul

Phone:
+90544 210 2535
Website:
luksistanbul.com/
Bus from Istanbul Kemal Pasa to Veliko
Ave. Duration:
7h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$76.43–$108.28

Huntur

Phone:
+90 212 658 00 61
Email:
info@huntur.com.tr
Website:
huntur.com.tr/
Bus from Istanbul Büyük Otogari to Veliko
Ave. Duration:
8h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$38.22–$44.59

Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Website:
turkishairlines.com/
Plane from Istanbul to Bucharest
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.91–$343.94
Plane from Istanbul to Varna
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.60–$445.85

Tarom

Website:
tarom.ro/
Plane from Istanbul to Bucharest
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.91–$343.94

Train operators

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)

Phone:
+35929311111
Website:
bdz.bg/en
Train from Halkali to Veliko
Ave. Duration:
7h 59m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$12.10–$32.80

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Arbanasi is to night train which costs $11.96 - $32.61 and takes 10h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Arbanasi is to drive which takes 5h 56m and costs $76.09 - $119.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Arbanasi?

No, there is no direct bus from Istanbul to Arbanasi. However, there are services departing from Istanbul Kemal Pasa and arriving at Arbanasi via Veliko Turnovo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 4m.

How far is it from Istanbul to Arbanasi?

The distance between Istanbul and Arbanasi is 493 km. The road distance is 490 km.

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

The best way to get from Istanbul to Arbanasi without a car is to bus which takes 9h 4m and costs $65.22 - $92.39 .

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

It takes approximately 9h 4m to get from Istanbul to Arbanasi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Arbanasi bus from?

Istanbul to Arbanasi bus services, operated by Luks Istanbul, depart from Istanbul Kemal Pasa station.

Where does the Istanbul to Arbanasi bus arrive?

Istanbul to Arbanasi bus services, operated by Luks Istanbul, arrive at Veliko Tirnovo ROMPETROL station.

What is the time difference between Istanbul and Arbanasi?

Arbanasi is 1h behind Istanbul. It is currently 12:23 in Istanbul and 11:23 in Arbanasi.

Can I drive from Istanbul to Arbanasi?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Arbanasi is 490 km. It takes approximately 5h 56m to drive from Istanbul to Arbanasi.

Where can I stay near Arbanasi?

There are 360+ hotels available in Arbanasi. Prices start at $20.05 per night.
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