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Facts about coaches from Sofia to Istanbul

Compare all providers like Vip Arda Tur, Arda Tur and Metro Turizm that travel 90 times every day by bus from Sofia to Istanbul in one click! Book your bus ticket from Sofia to Istanbul starting from £21!

Cheapest Bus £21
Fastest Bus 7h 44m
Earliest Coach 00:20
Latest Coach 23:59
Daily Bus Connections 90 Ø
Distance 504.7 km
Coach Companies Vip Arda Tur, Arda Tur, Metro Turizm, Citylines, Alpar Turizm, Huntur, Lüks Yonca Seyahat, Domino Line, Panorama Trans and Kamil Koc

Cheapest coach connections from Sofia to Istanbul

Every day, 90 buses from 10 coach companies leave Sofia for Istanbul: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 28/03/2024 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 25/03
Tuesday 26/03
Wednesday 27/03
Thursday 28/03
£25
Friday 29/03
£25
Saturday 30/03
£25
Sunday 31/03
£25
Monday 01/04
£25
Tuesday 02/04
£25
Wednesday 03/04
£25
Thursday 04/04
£25
Friday 05/04
£25
Saturday 06/04
£25
Sunday 07/04
£25
Monday 08/04
£25
Tuesday 09/04
£25
Wednesday 10/04
£25
Thursday 11/04
£25
Friday 12/04
£25
Saturday 13/04
£25
Sunday 14/04
£25
Monday 15/04
£25
Tuesday 16/04
£25
Wednesday 17/04
£25
Thursday 18/04
£25
Friday 19/04
£25
Saturday 20/04
£25
Sunday 21/04

The cheapest time to travel from Sofia to Istanbul

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Sofia to Istanbul, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £21, Saturday is the cheapest day for a coach from Sofia to Istanbul. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £25.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Sofia to Istanbul, with £21. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £26.

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

Compare all timetables for the bus from Sofia to Istanbul

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Sofia to Istanbul from various bus operators like Vip Arda Tur, Arda Tur or Metro Turizm for the next days.
  • Vip Arda Tur
    8h 51m
    23:59
    Sofia
    pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop
    08:50
    Istanbul
    Avrupa
    Vip Arda Tur
    Economy
    from £21
  • Vip Arda Tur
    8h 51m
    23:59
    Sofia
    Central Bus Station
    08:50
    Istanbul
    Vip Arda Tur
    Economy
    from £22
  • Alpar Turizm
    8h 0m
    22:00
    Sofia
    pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop
    06:00
    Istanbul
    Avrupa
    Alpar Turizm
    Economy
    from £25
  • Lüks Yonca Seyahat
    8h 35m
    22:00
    Sofia
    pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop
    06:35
    Istanbul
    Avrupa
    Lüks Yonca Seyahat
    Economy
    from £25
  • Kamil Koc
    9h 0m
    11:00
    Sofia
    Central Bus Station
    20:00
    Istanbul
    Central Bus Station
    Kamil Koc
    Economy
    from £26
  • Arda Tur
    9h 25m
    00:20
    Sofia
    09:45
    Istanbul
    Central Bus Station
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    from £27
  • Panorama Trans
    8h 0m
    22:00
    Sofia
    06:00
    Istanbul
    Panorama Trans
    Economy
    from £27
  • Domino Line
    8h 0m
    22:00
    Sofia
    06:00
    Istanbul
    Domino Line
    Economy
    from £27
  • Arda Tur
    10h 15m
    13:30
    Sofia
    Central Bus Station
    23:45
    Istanbul
    Esenler Otogarı (Bayrampasa)
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    from £28
  • Metro Turizm
    9h 30m
    09:00
    Sofia
    pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop
    18:30
    Istanbul
    Avrupa
    Metro Turizm
    Economy
    from £32
  • Metro Turizm
    10h 0m
    09:00
    Sofia
    Serdika
    19:00
    Istanbul
    Esenler Otogarı (Bayrampasa)
    Metro Turizm
    Basic
    from £35
  • Huntur
    9h 30m
    22:30
    Sofia
    Central Bus Station
    08:00
    Istanbul
    Central Bus Station
    Huntur
    Basic
    from £35
  • Citylines
    10h 0m
    09:00
    Sofia
    Bratya Miladinovi
    19:00
    Istanbul
    Esenler Otogarı (Bayrampasa)
    Citylines
    Economy
    from £37
  • Citylines
    10h 0m
    09:00
    Sofia
    pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop
    19:00
    Istanbul
    Central Bus Station
    Citylines
    Economy
    from £39

Other coach companies usually available for the Sofia - Istanbul route

Bus schedules change all the time. The following offers are not available anymore for buses from Sofia to Istanbul, but may come back in the future. Keep an eye on them!

  • Vib Kıdık Turizm
    6h 45m
    22:45
    Sofia
    pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop
    05:30
    Istanbul
    Avrupa
    Vib Kıdık Turizm
    Temporarily not available: last found 22/01/2024
    Economy
    from £25

Frequency of bus connections between Sofia and Istanbul

See here how frequent the connections between Sofia and Istanbul are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 104 daily coaches from Sofia to Istanbul. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 66 daily coaches between Sofia and Istanbul.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 341 coaches from Sofia to Istanbul, while Night sees the fewest connections between Sofia and Istanbul, with 22 offers.

Beloved bus companies from Sofia to Istanbul

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

All bus stations and stops in Sofia and Istanbul

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Sofia to Istanbul

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

FAQs about the Sofia to Istanbul bus

How much does a Sofia - Istanbul coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Sofia - Istanbul bus trip is available from £21 and takes 8h 51m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Sofia to Istanbul is offered by 10 companies with ticket prices ranging from £21 to £42. 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 - Istanbul route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Sofia to Istanbul is offered by roughly 90 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Istanbul from Sofia take?

The quickest coach from Sofia to Istanbul is provided by Arda Tur and takes 7h 44m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £31. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Sofia to Istanbul?

The earliest bus to Istanbul departs from Sofia 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 to Istanbul?

The latest bus to Istanbul departs from Sofia at 23:59. 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 - Istanbul route?

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

Is there a direct bus between Sofia and Istanbul?

You can check all the direct connections between Sofia 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: Vip Arda Tur, Arda Tur and Metro Turizm.

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

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 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 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 Sofia to Istanbul on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Sofia 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.

More bus routes from Sofia and Istanbul

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

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