✈ Bus and Coach Sofia Airport (SOF) - Istanbul

Compare all timetables for the bus from Sofia Airport to Istanbul

Here is a selection of the cheapest shuttle trips from the schedule from Sofia Airport to Istanbul from various bus operators like Arda Tur for the next days.

today

tomorrow

£26

Tuesday

£26

Wednesday

£26

Thursday

£26

Friday

£30

Saturday

£26

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Arda Tur	7h 30m	00:20	Sofia Airport	Sofia Airport	08:50	Istanbul	Otogar Coach Station		Economy	£26	A Bus from Arda Tur goes from Sofia Airport, Sofia Airport (Bulgaria) at 02/11/2026 00:20:00 to Otogar Coach Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 02/11/2026 08:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Arda Tur	7h 30m	00:20	Sofia Airport	Sofia Airport	08:50	Istanbul	Otogar Coach Station		Economy	£26	A Bus from Arda Tur goes from Sofia Airport, Sofia Airport (Bulgaria) at 03/11/2026 00:20:00 to Otogar Coach Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 03/11/2026 08:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Arda Tur	7h 30m	00:20	Sofia Airport	Sofia Airport	08:50	Istanbul	Otogar Coach Station		Economy	£26	A Bus from Arda Tur goes from Sofia Airport, Sofia Airport (Bulgaria) at 04/11/2026 00:20:00 to Otogar Coach Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 04/11/2026 08:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Arda Tur	7h 30m	00:20	Sofia Airport	Sofia Airport	08:50	Istanbul	Otogar Coach Station		Economy	£26	A Bus from Arda Tur goes from Sofia Airport, Sofia Airport (Bulgaria) at 05/11/2026 00:20:00 to Otogar Coach Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 05/11/2026 08:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Arda Tur	7h 30m	00:20	Sofia Airport	Sofia Airport	08:50	Istanbul	Esenler Coach Station		Economy	£30	A Bus from Arda Tur goes from Sofia Airport, Sofia Airport (Bulgaria) at 06/11/2026 00:20:00 to Esenler Coach Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 06/11/2026 08:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £30 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 30m

Did you know that if you travel from Sofia Airport to Istanbul via Sofia, you can save more than £9? You will find the corresponding connections below.
- Save more than 30%
  
  8h 30m
  
  Sofia Airport
  
  8 km
  
  22:30
  
  Sofia
  Serdika
  
  08:00
  
  Istanbul
  Esenler Coach Station
  
  0 km
  
  Basic
  
  £21
  
  A Bus from goes from Serdika, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 06/11/2026 22:30:00 to Esenler Coach Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 07/11/2026 08:00:00. 50 Basic ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 30m
Did you know that if you travel from Sofia Airport to Istanbul via Edirne, you can save more than £3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Arda Tur
  
  8h 10m
  
  0
  
  00:20
  
  Sofia Airport
  Sofia Airport
  
  06:10
  
  Edirne
  Central Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £21
  
  A Bus from Arda Tur goes from Sofia Airport, Sofia Airport (Bulgaria) at 02/11/2026 00:20:00 to Central Bus Station, Edirne (Turkey) arriving at 02/11/2026 06:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 50m
- Metro Turizm
  
  2h 30m
  
  0
  
  07:00
  
  Edirne
  Central Bus Station
  
  09:30
  
  Istanbul
  Otogar Coach Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £6
  
  A Bus from Metro Turizm goes from Central Bus Station, Edirne (Turkey) at 02/11/2026 07:00:00 to Otogar Coach Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 02/11/2026 09:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £6 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 30m
Travel Time is 0h 20m shorter, and you will save £3

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Arda Tur	7h 30m	00:20	Sofia Airport	Sofia Airport	08:50	Istanbul	Otogar Coach Station		Economy	£26	A Bus from Arda Tur goes from Sofia Airport, Sofia Airport (Bulgaria) at 07/11/2026 00:20:00 to Otogar Coach Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 07/11/2026 08:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 30m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Sofia Airport to Istanbul is £26 on 11/11/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Facts about coaches from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Istanbul

Compare all providers like Arda Tur that travel 2 times every day by bus from Sofia Airport to Istanbul in one click! Book your bus ticket from Sofia Airport to Istanbul starting from £26!

Cheapest Bus	£26
Fastest Bus	8h 30m
Earliest Coach	00:20
Latest Coach	00:20
Daily Bus Connections	2 Ø
Distance	497.2 km
Coach Companies	Arda Tur

Cheapest coach connections from Sofia Airport to Istanbul

Every day, 2 buses from 1 coach companies leave Sofia Airport for Istanbul: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 01/11/2026 and for the following days.

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 26/10

Tuesday 27/10

Wednesday 28/10

Thursday 29/10

Friday 30/10

Saturday 31/10

Sunday 01/11

£26

Monday 02/11

£26

Tuesday 03/11

£26

Wednesday 04/11

£26

Thursday 05/11

£26

Friday 06/11

£30

Saturday 07/11

£30

Sunday 08/11

£30

Monday 09/11

£30

Tuesday 10/11

£30

Wednesday 11/11

£26

Thursday 12/11

£30

Friday 13/11

Saturday 14/11

£26

Sunday 15/11

Monday 16/11

£26

Tuesday 17/11

£30

Wednesday 18/11

£26

Thursday 19/11

£30

Friday 20/11

£30

Saturday 21/11

£30

Sunday 22/11

How to save money travelling from Sofia Airport 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 Sofia Airport 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 Sofia Airport 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 Sofia Airport to Istanbul are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Sofia Airport to Istanbul

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

Arda Tur from Sofia Airport to Istanbul

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

Cheapest Price	£26
Fastest Coach	8h 30m
Earliest Coach	00:20
Last Coach	00:20
Daily Connections	2 Ø
Found on	01/11/2026

All bus stations and stops in Sofia Airport and Istanbul

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

Sofia Airport

ul. "Prodan Tarakchiev"

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

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Sofia Airport to Istanbul? Compare all modes of transports from Sofia Airport to Istanbul.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Sofia Airport to Istanbul

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

FAQs about the Sofia Airport to Istanbul bus

How much does a Sofia Airport - Istanbul coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest airport transfer for the Sofia Airport - Istanbul route is available from £26 and takes 8h 30m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Sofia Airport to Istanbul is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £26 to £30. 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 Sofia Airport - Istanbul route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Sofia Airport to Istanbul is offered by roughly 2 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Istanbul from Sofia Airport take?

The quickest transfer from Sofia Airport to Istanbul is provided by Arda Tur and takes 8h 30m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £30. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Sofia Airport to Istanbul?

The earliest bus to Istanbul departs from Sofia Airport at 00:20. 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 Sofia Airport to Istanbul?

The latest bus to Istanbul departs from Sofia Airport at 00:20. 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 Sofia Airport - Istanbul route?

Passengers looking to travel from Sofia Airport to Istanbul can travel with Arda Tur. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Sofia Airport and Istanbul?

You can check all the direct connections between Sofia Airport 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 transfer: Arda Tur.

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

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 Sofia Airport 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 Sofia Airport 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 transfer from Sofia Airport to Istanbul on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Sofia Airport to Istanbul?

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Sofia Airport and to Istanbul

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