Coach Burgas to Istanbul from £18

Which bus from Burgas to Istanbul is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Burgas to Istanbul. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like Arda Tur, Metro Bulgaria or Citylines. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

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Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Arda Tur	6h 0m	10:30	Burgas	Bus Station South	17:30	Istanbul	Esenler Coach Station	Economy	£19	A Bus from Arda Tur goes from Bus Station South, Burgas (Bulgaria) at 21/03/2026 10:30:00 to Esenler Coach Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 21/03/2026 17:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
Metro Turizm	7h 0m	11:45	Burgas	Bus Station South	19:45	Istanbul	Esenler Coach Station	Economy	£23	A Bus from Metro Turizm goes from Bus Station South, Burgas (Bulgaria) at 21/03/2026 11:45:00 to Esenler Coach Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 21/03/2026 19:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m
Nişikli Turizm	7h 0m	12:10	Burgas	Bus Station South	20:10	Istanbul	Esenler Coach Station	Basic	£23	A Bus from Nişikli Turizm goes from Bus Station South, Burgas (Bulgaria) at 21/03/2026 12:10:00 to Esenler Coach Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 21/03/2026 20:10:00. 50 Basic ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m
Openline	5h 30m	00:30	Burgas	Bus Station South	07:00	Istanbul	Aksaray	Economy	£26	A Bus from Openline goes from Bus Station South, Burgas (Bulgaria) at 21/03/2026 00:30:00 to Aksaray, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 21/03/2026 07:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 30m
Citylines	4h 15m	12:15	Burgas	Bus Station South	17:30	Istanbul	Esenler Coach Station	Basic	£26	A Bus from Citylines goes from Bus Station South, Burgas (Bulgaria) at 21/03/2026 12:15:00 to Esenler Coach Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 21/03/2026 17:30:00. 50 Basic ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Arda Tur	5h 30m	22:30	Burgas	Bus Station South	05:00	Istanbul	Esenler Coach Station	Economy	£19	A Bus from Arda Tur goes from Bus Station South, Burgas (Bulgaria) at 22/03/2026 22:30:00 to Esenler Coach Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 23/03/2026 05:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 30m
Arda Tur	6h 30m	07:00	Burgas	Bus Station South	14:30	Istanbul	Otogar Coach Station	Basic	£20	A Bus from Arda Tur goes from Bus Station South, Burgas (Bulgaria) at 22/03/2026 07:00:00 to Otogar Coach Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 22/03/2026 14:30:00. 50 Basic ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
Openline	5h 30m	00:30	Burgas	Bus Station South	07:00	Istanbul	Aksaray	Economy	£25	A Bus from Openline goes from Bus Station South, Burgas (Bulgaria) at 22/03/2026 00:30:00 to Aksaray, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 22/03/2026 07:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £25 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 30m
Citylines	4h 15m	12:15	Burgas	Bus Station South	17:30	Istanbul	Esenler Coach Station	Basic	£26	A Bus from Citylines goes from Bus Station South, Burgas (Bulgaria) at 22/03/2026 12:15:00 to Esenler Coach Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 22/03/2026 17:30:00. 50 Basic ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 15m
Citylines	7h 0m	23:00	Burgas	Bus Station South	07:00	Istanbul	Esenler Coach Station	Basic	£26	A Bus from Citylines goes from Bus Station South, Burgas (Bulgaria) at 22/03/2026 23:00:00 to Esenler Coach Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 23/03/2026 07:00:00. 50 Basic ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Arda Tur	6h 0m	10:30	Burgas	Bus Station South	17:30	Istanbul	Esenler Coach Station	Economy	£19	A Bus from Arda Tur goes from Bus Station South, Burgas (Bulgaria) at 23/03/2026 10:30:00 to Esenler Coach Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 23/03/2026 17:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
Arda Tur	5h 30m	22:30	Burgas	Bus Station South	05:00	Istanbul	Esenler Coach Station	Economy	£19	A Bus from Arda Tur goes from Bus Station South, Burgas (Bulgaria) at 23/03/2026 22:30:00 to Esenler Coach Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 24/03/2026 05:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 30m
Openline	5h 30m	00:30	Burgas	Bus Station South	07:00	Istanbul	Esenler Coach Station	Economy	£26	A Bus from Openline goes from Bus Station South, Burgas (Bulgaria) at 23/03/2026 00:30:00 to Esenler Coach Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 23/03/2026 07:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 30m
Metro Bulgaria	4h 15m	12:15	Burgas	Bus Station South	17:30	Istanbul	Otogar Coach Station	Basic	£27	A Bus from Metro Bulgaria goes from Bus Station South, Burgas (Bulgaria) at 23/03/2026 12:15:00 to Otogar Coach Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 23/03/2026 17:30:00. 50 Basic ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 15m
Metro Bulgaria	7h 0m	23:00	Burgas	Bus Station South	07:00	Istanbul	Otogar Coach Station	Basic	£27	A Bus from Metro Bulgaria goes from Bus Station South, Burgas (Bulgaria) at 23/03/2026 23:00:00 to Otogar Coach Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 24/03/2026 07:00:00. 50 Basic ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Arda Tur	5h 30m	22:30	Burgas	Bus Station South	05:00	Istanbul	Esenler Coach Station	Economy	£19	A Bus from Arda Tur goes from Bus Station South, Burgas (Bulgaria) at 24/03/2026 22:30:00 to Esenler Coach Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 25/03/2026 05:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 30m
Arda Tur	6h 40m	22:30	Burgas	Bus Station South	06:10	Istanbul	Otogar Coach Station	Basic	£20	A Bus from Arda Tur goes from Bus Station South, Burgas (Bulgaria) at 24/03/2026 22:30:00 to Otogar Coach Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 25/03/2026 06:10:00. 50 Basic ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 40m
Openline	5h 30m	00:30	Burgas	Bus Station South	07:00	Istanbul	Aksaray	Economy	£25	A Bus from Openline goes from Bus Station South, Burgas (Bulgaria) at 24/03/2026 00:30:00 to Aksaray, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 24/03/2026 07:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £25 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 30m
Citylines	4h 15m	12:15	Burgas	Bus Station South	17:30	Istanbul	Esenler Coach Station	Basic	£26	A Bus from Citylines goes from Bus Station South, Burgas (Bulgaria) at 24/03/2026 12:15:00 to Esenler Coach Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 24/03/2026 17:30:00. 50 Basic ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 15m
Citylines	7h 0m	23:00	Burgas	Bus Station South	07:00	Istanbul	Esenler Coach Station	Basic	£26	A Bus from Citylines goes from Bus Station South, Burgas (Bulgaria) at 24/03/2026 23:00:00 to Esenler Coach Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 25/03/2026 07:00:00. 50 Basic ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Arda Tur	5h 0m	10:30	Burgas	Bus Station South	16:30	Istanbul	Otogar Coach Station	Basic	£20	A Bus from Arda Tur goes from Bus Station South, Burgas (Bulgaria) at 26/03/2026 10:30:00 to Otogar Coach Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 26/03/2026 16:30:00. 50 Basic ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
Arda Tur	6h 40m	22:30	Burgas	Bus Station South	06:10	Istanbul	Otogar Coach Station	Basic	£20	A Bus from Arda Tur goes from Bus Station South, Burgas (Bulgaria) at 26/03/2026 22:30:00 to Otogar Coach Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 27/03/2026 06:10:00. 50 Basic ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 40m
Citylines	4h 15m	12:15	Burgas	Bus Station South	17:30	Istanbul	Esenler Coach Station	Basic	£27	A Bus from Citylines goes from Bus Station South, Burgas (Bulgaria) at 26/03/2026 12:15:00 to Esenler Coach Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 26/03/2026 17:30:00. 50 Basic ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 15m
Citylines	7h 0m	23:00	Burgas	Bus Station South	07:00	Istanbul	Esenler Coach Station	Basic	£27	A Bus from Citylines goes from Bus Station South, Burgas (Bulgaria) at 26/03/2026 23:00:00 to Esenler Coach Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 27/03/2026 07:00:00. 50 Basic ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Burgas to Istanbul is £18 on 17/03/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Burgas and Istanbul?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Burgas to Istanbul. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.

Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 20 daily coaches from Burgas to Istanbul. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 8 daily coaches between Burgas and Istanbul.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 24 coaches from Burgas to Istanbul, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Burgas and Istanbul, with 10 offers.

All facts for Burgas to Istanbul bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like Arda Tur, Metro Bulgaria and Citylines that travel daily 11 times by bus from Burgas to Istanbul in one click. Book your Burgas to Istanbul bus ticket starting from £18!

Cheapest Bus	£18
Fastest Bus	5h 15m
Earliest Coach	00:30
Latest Coach	23:00
Daily Bus Connections	11 Ø
Distance	208.8 km
Coach Companies	Arda Tur, Metro Bulgaria, Citylines, Openline, Like Bus, Nişikli Turizm and Metro Turizm

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Burgas to Istanbul?

Every day, 11 buses from 7 coach companies leave Burgas for Istanbul. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 20/03/2026 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 16/03

Tuesday 17/03

Wednesday 18/03

Thursday 19/03

Friday 20/03

Saturday 21/03

£19

Sunday 22/03

£20

Monday 23/03

£19

Tuesday 24/03

£18

Wednesday 25/03

Thursday 26/03

£18

Friday 27/03

Saturday 28/03

£18

Sunday 29/03

£26

Monday 30/03

£25

Tuesday 31/03

Wednesday 01/04

£28

Thursday 02/04

£18

Friday 03/04

£18

Saturday 04/04

£20

Sunday 05/04

£18

Monday 06/04

£26

Tuesday 07/04

£18

Wednesday 08/04

£18

Thursday 09/04

£18

Friday 10/04

£20

Saturday 11/04

£20

Sunday 12/04

The cheapest time to travel from Burgas to Istanbul

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Burgas to Istanbul, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from £18, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Burgas to Istanbul. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £19.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Burgas to Istanbul, with £18. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £23.

How to save money travelling from Burgas to Istanbul

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Burgas to Istanbul in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Burgas to Istanbul, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Burgas to Istanbul are also emptier.

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

What are the most popular bus companies from Burgas to Istanbul?

These are the most booked bus companies by our users on the Burgas to Istanbul timetable.

Arda Tur from Burgas to Istanbul

Here you will find the key facts about the Arda Tur bus route Burgas to Istanbul:

Cheapest Price	£19
Fastest Coach	6h 0m
Earliest Coach	10:30
Last Coach	22:30
Daily Connections	4 Ø
Found on	20/03/2026

Metro Turizm from Burgas to Istanbul

Here you will find the key facts about the Metro Turizm bus route Burgas to Istanbul:

Cheapest Price	£23
Fastest Coach	8h 0m
Earliest Coach	11:45
Last Coach	23:15
Daily Connections	2 Ø
Found on	20/03/2026

In total 7 operators offer buses for this route. Find all bus timetables for them. Each coach company has a dedicated cancellation policy and possibilities for transport luggage on the bus. Check also special conditions to travel with kids or coach cards with rebates.

Latest reviews for coach companies on the route Burgas - Istanbul

Mara Burns, 02/09/2025

Never again. We missed our two international flights due to Arda tur bus delays. The bus arrival to Burgas was late, after 16.40. Departure from Burgas also was 1hr late. Border queues took 1.5hrs. ... Never again. We missed our two international flights due to Arda tur bus delays. The bus arrival to Burgas was late, after 16.40. Departure from Burgas also was 1hr late. Border queues took 1.5hrs. After the border check up, the bus stopped by a local restaurant for 1/2hr where the driver decided to wash the whole bus, although we were pleading we are close to missing our flights. Lastly we had terrible traffic after Chirlu due to road repairs. Surely Arda tur was aware of these traffic jams, yet we were not even allowed usage of wifi on the bus. We arrived at Istanbul Airport at 23.15pm instead of 21.30pm. Very rude driver. Slamming breaks all the time and almost made an accident at the border control. Not speaking any language, but Turkish only. We do not reccomend under any circumstances this bus line. We had to buy two new flight tickets for each of us, as well as book an expensive accomodation at the Instanbul airport. I would however reccomend the bus management to implement check on the passengers final destinations upfront in order to prevent the poor customer service from happening.

Mustafa, 20/08/2025

Dear Arda Tours Customer Service, I am writing to formally file a complaint regarding the extremely poor experience we had during our recent journey with your company. The bus we booked was 2.5 hour ... Dear Arda Tours Customer Service, I am writing to formally file a complaint regarding the extremely poor experience we had during our recent journey with your company. The bus we booked was 2.5 hours late, which immediately disrupted our travel plans. Once we were finally on board, the situation became even worse. Throughout the 5.5-hour ride, passengers were openly drinking beer and whiskey, loudly laughing, and even snoring due to intoxication. This created an unpleasant and unsafe environment for all travelers. What made the situation particularly distressing was that my child was frightened during the journey due to the behavior of the drunk passengers. This is completely unacceptable for a professional tour operator. As a result of these delays and disturbances, we arrived at our final destination nearly 4 hours later than scheduled, effectively losing half a day of our holiday at the hotel we had paid for. I expect a serious response from your company regarding this incident, as well as appropriate compensation for the time lost and the unacceptable conditions we were subjected to. I trust you will treat this matter with the urgency it deserves.

Alicja Winiarczyk , 22/04/2025

Ocena dotyczy konkretnego kierowcy który prowadził autobus tego kursu. Kierowca jechał bardzo niebezpiecznie a jego styl jazdy na krętej drodze w górach polegał na ciągłym rozpędzaniu się i hamowaniu ... Ocena dotyczy konkretnego kierowcy który prowadził autobus tego kursu. Kierowca jechał bardzo niebezpiecznie a jego styl jazdy na krętej drodze w górach polegał na ciągłym rozpędzaniu się i hamowaniu - i tak jakieś dwie godziny. Zupełnie zapomniał że pasażerowie to nie worki z ziemniakami a z luku bagażowego cały czas było słychać hałas przewalających się przez to szarpanie pojazdem walizek. Nie dość że pierwszy raz w życiu tak się bałam( moi towarzysze podróży również) to jeszcze od tego szarpania zrobiło mi się niedobrze i słabo i mało brakowało żebym wymiotowała. Na moją prośbę o bardziej spokojną jazdę i informację o naszym i moim samopoczuciu kierowca zaczął tłumaczyć że jest zawodowym i bardzo dobrym kierowcą - zapomniał tylko że to nie formuła 1 i wiezie ludzi za których życie i komfort jazdy jest odpowiedzialny. Podczas trasy powrotnej nasz autobus prowadził inny kierowca który jechał szybko i sprawnie ale z odpowiednim dostosowaniem prędkości i stylu do drogi.

All bus stations and stops in Burgas and Istanbul

Here is a map with all coach stations in Burgas and Istanbul. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

Bus Station South

pl. "Tsaritsa Yoanna"

Central Bus Station

ulitsa "Knyaz Alexander Batenberg"

Bourgas BS West Coach Station

ulitsa "Maritsa" 2

Bus Station Petrol Station Lukoil

Hotel Kotva

Alibeyköy Otogarı

Güzeltepe, Fatih Sultan Mehmet Blv 18

Dudullu Coach Station

Kible Sokak 38

Esenler Coach Station

Altıntepsi

Otogar Coach Station

Altıntepsi Mahallesi Bayrampasa-Istanbul

Samandira Coach Station

Tuna Cd 4

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Burgas to Istanbul

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Burgas to Istanbul. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Burgas to Istanbul bus

How much does a Burgas Istanbul coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Burgas Istanbul bus trip is available from £18 and takes 6h 30m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Burgas to Istanbul?

This connection is offered by 7 companies with ticket prices ranging from £18 to £28. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Istanbul.

How many connections are available for the Burgas Istanbul route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Burgas to Istanbul is offered by roughly 11 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Istanbul from Burgas take?

The quickest coach from Burgas to Istanbul is provided by Citylines and takes 5h 15m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £26. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Burgas to Istanbul?

The earliest bus to Istanbul departs from Burgas at 00:30. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Burgas to Istanbul?

The latest bus to Istanbul departs from Burgas at 23:00. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Burgas Istanbul route?

Passengers looking to travel from Burgas to Istanbul can travel with Arda Tur, Metro Bulgaria and Citylines. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Burgas and Istanbul?

You can check all the direct connections between Burgas and Istanbul by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Arda Tur, Metro Bulgaria and Citylines.

What can I take with me on the bus to Istanbul from Burgas?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Burgas Istanbul bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Burgas Istanbul bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Burgas to Istanbul on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best coach deals from Burgas to Istanbul?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 11 daily trips between Burgas and Istanbul. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Burgas to Istanbul?

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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Burgas to Istanbul

Basic

Name referring to the typical seat you will find with companies that don’t distinguish between different classes.

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Burgas and to Istanbul

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Burgas and to Istanbul. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you’ll find all the details about your bus route!