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Compare all timetables for the bus from Ruse to Istanbul

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Ruse to Istanbul from various bus operators like Metro Turizm, Huntur or Citylines for the next days.

today
£34
tomorrow
£42
Friday
Saturday
£39
Sunday
£36
Monday
£39
Tuesday

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Huntur 13h 0m 13:00 Ruse Central bus station 02:00 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station  Basic £34
Huntur 12h 30m 18:00 Ruse Central bus station 06:30 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station  Basic £34
Metro Turizm 12h 0m 18:00 Ruse Central bus station 06:00 Istanbul Otogar Coach Station  Economy £39
Metro Turizm 11h 30m 18:00 Ruse Central bus station 05:30 Istanbul Avcilar  Economy £39
  • Did you know that if you travel from Ruse to Istanbul via Bucharest, you can save more than £7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Pegasus Group LTD
      16h 25m
      0
      14:30
      Ruse
      Central bus station
      16:15
      Bucharest
      Militari Coach Station
      0
      Pegasus Group LTD
      Economy
      £11
      • Waiting Time 2h 40m
    • Lüks Oklar Seyahat
      12h 0m
      0
      18:55
      Bucharest
      Filaret
      06:55
      Istanbul
      Esenler Coach Station
      0
      Lüks Oklar Seyahat
      Economy
      £17
    Travel time is 4h 55m longer, but you will save £7

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Metro Turizm 12h 30m 18:00 Ruse Central bus station 06:30 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station  Basic £42
  • Did you know that if you travel from Ruse to Istanbul via Bucharest, you can save more than £15? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Pegasus Group LTD
      16h 25m
      0
      14:30
      Ruse
      Central bus station
      16:15
      Bucharest
      Militari Coach Station
      0
      Pegasus Group LTD
      Economy
      £11
      • Waiting Time 2h 40m
    • Lüks Oklar Seyahat
      12h 0m
      0
      18:55
      Bucharest
      Filaret
      06:55
      Istanbul
      Esenler Coach Station
      0
      Lüks Oklar Seyahat
      Economy
      £17
    Travel time is 3h 55m longer, but you will save £15

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Metro Turizm 11h 30m 18:00 Ruse Central bus station 05:30 Istanbul Avcilar  Economy £39
Metro Turizm 12h 0m 18:00 Ruse Central bus station 06:00 Istanbul Otogar Coach Station  Economy £39
Metro Turizm 12h 30m 18:00 Ruse Central bus station 06:30 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station  Basic £42
  • Did you know that if you travel from Ruse to Istanbul via Bucharest, you can save more than £12? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Pegasus Group LTD
      16h 25m
      0
      14:30
      Ruse
      Central bus station
      16:15
      Bucharest
      Militari Coach Station
      0
      Pegasus Group LTD
      Economy
      £11
      • Waiting Time 2h 40m
    • Lüks Oklar Seyahat
      12h 0m
      0
      18:55
      Bucharest
      Filaret
      06:55
      Istanbul
      Esenler Coach Station
      0
      Lüks Oklar Seyahat
      Economy
      £17
    Travel time is 4h 55m longer, but you will save £12

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Huntur 12h 0m 13:00 Ruse Central bus station 02:00 Istanbul Otogar Coach Station  Basic £36
Huntur 11h 30m 18:00 Ruse Central bus station 06:30 Istanbul Otogar Coach Station  Basic £36
Metro Turizm 11h 0m 18:00 Ruse Central bus station 06:00 Istanbul Otogar Coach Station  Economy £39
Metro Turizm 10h 30m 18:00 Ruse Central bus station 05:30 Istanbul Avcilar  Economy £39
  • Did you know that if you travel from Ruse to Istanbul via Bucharest, you can save more than £9? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Pegasus Group LTD
      16h 25m
      0
      14:30
      Ruse
      Central bus station
      16:15
      Bucharest
      Militari Coach Station
      0
      Pegasus Group LTD
      Economy
      £11
      • Waiting Time 2h 40m
    • Lüks Oklar Seyahat
      12h 0m
      0
      18:55
      Bucharest
      Filaret
      06:55
      Istanbul
      Esenler Coach Station
      0
      Lüks Oklar Seyahat
      Economy
      £17
    Travel time is 4h 55m longer, but you will save £9

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Metro Turizm 11h 0m 18:00 Ruse Central bus station 06:00 Istanbul Otogar Coach Station  Economy £39
Metro Turizm 10h 30m 18:00 Ruse Central bus station 05:30 Istanbul Avcilar  Economy £39
Metro Turizm 11h 30m 18:00 Ruse Central bus station 06:30 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station  Basic £42
  • Did you know that if you travel from Ruse to Istanbul via Bucharest, you can save more than £12? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Pegasus Group LTD
      16h 25m
      0
      14:30
      Ruse
      Central bus station
      16:15
      Bucharest
      Militari Coach Station
      0
      Pegasus Group LTD
      Economy
      £11
      • Waiting Time 2h 40m
    • Lüks Oklar Seyahat
      12h 0m
      0
      18:55
      Bucharest
      Filaret
      06:55
      Istanbul
      Esenler Coach Station
      0
      Lüks Oklar Seyahat
      Economy
      £17
    Travel time is 4h 55m longer, but you will save £12

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Ruse to Istanbul is £33 on 23/10/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Ruse and Istanbul

See here how frequent the connections between Ruse and Istanbul are, during different times and days of the week.
Wednesday is the busiest day, with more than 6 daily coaches from Ruse to Istanbul. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Ruse and Istanbul.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 16 coaches from Ruse to Istanbul, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Ruse and Istanbul, with 3 offers.

Facts about coaches from Ruse to Istanbul

Compare all providers like Metro Turizm, Huntur and Citylines that travel 3 times every day by bus from Ruse to Istanbul in one click! Book your bus ticket from Ruse to Istanbul starting from £33!

Cheapest Bus £33
Fastest Bus 11h 30m
Earliest Coach 13:00
Latest Coach 18:00
Daily Bus Connections 3 Ø
Distance 400.1 km
Coach Companies Metro Turizm, Huntur and Citylines

Cheapest coach connections from Ruse to Istanbul

Every day, 3 buses from 3 coach companies leave Ruse for Istanbul: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 21/10/2026 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 19/10
Tuesday 20/10
Wednesday 21/10
£34
Thursday 22/10
£42
Friday 23/10
£33
Saturday 24/10
£39
Sunday 25/10
£36
Monday 26/10
£39
Tuesday 27/10
£38
Wednesday 28/10
£33
Thursday 29/10
£41
Friday 30/10
£34
Saturday 31/10
£41
Sunday 01/11
Monday 02/11
£42
Tuesday 03/11
£42
Wednesday 04/11
£35
Thursday 05/11
£42
Friday 06/11
£34
Saturday 07/11
£41
Sunday 08/11
£35
Monday 09/11
£41
Tuesday 10/11
£42
Wednesday 11/11
£35
Thursday 12/11
£41
Friday 13/11
Saturday 14/11
£42
Sunday 15/11

The cheapest time to travel from Ruse to Istanbul

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Ruse to Istanbul, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £33, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Ruse to Istanbul. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £41.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Ruse to Istanbul, with £34. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £34.

How to save money travelling from Ruse to Istanbul

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Ruse 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 bus from Ruse 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 Ruse to Istanbul are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Ruse to Istanbul

These are the most booked bus companies between Ruse to Istanbul from our users.

Metro Turizm from Ruse to Istanbul

Metro Turizm

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

Cheapest Price £39
Fastest Coach 11h 30m
Earliest Coach 18:00
Last Coach 18:00
Daily Connections 2 Ø
Found on 26/09/2026

All bus stations and stops in Ruse and Istanbul

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Ruse and Istanbul.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Ruse to Istanbul

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Ruse to Istanbul? Or which bus companies serve the route Ruse to Istanbul? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Ruse to Istanbul bus

How much does a Ruse - Istanbul coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Ruse - Istanbul bus trip is available from £33 and takes 13h 0m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Ruse to Istanbul is offered by 3 companies with ticket prices ranging from £33 to £49. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

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

Each day, the bus route from Ruse to Istanbul is offered by roughly 3 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Istanbul from Ruse take?

The quickest coach from Ruse to Istanbul is provided by Metro Turizm and takes 11h 30m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £39. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Ruse to Istanbul?

The earliest bus to Istanbul departs from Ruse at 13:00. 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 Ruse to Istanbul?

The latest bus to Istanbul departs from Ruse at 18:00. 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 Ruse - Istanbul route?

Passengers looking to travel from Ruse to Istanbul can travel with Metro Turizm, Huntur 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 Ruse and Istanbul?

You can check all the direct connections between Ruse 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: Metro Turizm, Huntur and Citylines.

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

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Ruse 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 Ruse 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 Ruse to Istanbul on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Ruse 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 3 daily trips between Ruse 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 Ruse to Istanbul?

Prices and availability for 3 trips between Ruse and Istanbul change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

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

Basic
Basic

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

Economy
Economy

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

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