Istanbul to Sofia by bus
Travelling from Istanbul to Sofia by bus takes about 9h 30m, run by FlixBus. A quicker option we found is flight, at 1h 15m. The bus is still the cheapest.
Recommended route
$61
9h 30m·direct
Indicative price from a recent search, updated regularly. Confirm the live fare and seats with the provider at checkout. Routavio adds no booking fee.
The journey, step by step
- 1busBayrampaşa → Sofia
FlixBus
bus or flight?
| Transport | Price | Duration | Transfers |
|---|---|---|---|
| bus | $61 | 9h 30m | direct |
| Recommended | $127 | 1h 15m | direct |
All rows come from the same recent route search. Exact fares depend on your travel date.
Istanbul to Sofia by bus: common questions
How long does Istanbul to Sofia take by bus?
About 9h 30m, with no transfer.
How much is a bus ticket from Istanbul to Sofia?
The best price in our latest check was €53. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the bus from Istanbul to Sofia?
FlixBus. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the bus or the flight better?
The flight is faster at 1h 15m. The bus wins on price.
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