Istanbul to Sofya by train
Travelling from Istanbul to Sofya by train takes about 15h 48m, run by TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş.. A quicker option we found is flight + bus, at 3h 20m. The train is still the cheapest.
A closer look at the Train journey
What follows describes one observed route. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.
- Observed fare
- €62
- Total journey
- 15h 48m
- Change
- direct
- Operator
- TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş.
Reading date not recorded · Not checked for your date
The journey, step by step
- 1Istanbul to Sofya
TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş.15h 48mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Departures from Istanbul to Sofya
TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş. runs 1 scheduled departures a day, the first at 20:00 and the last at 20:00.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş. | 1 | 20:00 | 20:00 |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Train facts for this route
These come from the timetables and station records we hold for the train only. A line we cannot back with data is left out.
- Train operators
- TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş.
- Timetable
- First train at 20:00, last at 20:00, 1 a day with TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş..
- Good to know
- Direct train, no change on the way.
Before you travel
Which station?
The departure and arrival stations are not in this observation. Check them with your ticket provider.
Plan the change
The connection time is not stated for this route. Check the provider's rules on connections when you plan the trip.
Baggage and ticket conditions
Baggage allowance and ticket conditions depend on the provider you choose and the fare type. This record holds neither, so check the change and cancellation terms before you buy.
Accessibility
Accessibility services and facilities are not in this record. Contact the operator before travelling for current information.
Other ways to travel
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €59Checked Sep 25 | 3h 25m1 transfer | See Flight details |
| Bus | €28Omio catalogue, Sep 27 | 10h1 transfer | See Bus details |
- Flight€59Checked Sep 253h 25m · 1 transferSee Flight details
- Bus€28Omio catalogue, Sep 2710h · 1 transferSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
- Bus· 7h 35m€28Book
Omio last refreshed these on Sun, Sep 27
Istanbul to Sofya by train: common questions
How long does Istanbul to Sofya take by train?
About 15h 48m, with no transfer.
How much is a train ticket from Istanbul to Sofya?
The best price in our latest check was €62. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the train from Istanbul to Sofya?
TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş.. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the train or the flight + bus better?
The flight + bus is faster at 3h 20m. The train wins on price.
Where else this route goes
Route guides
- Istanbul Sofya train
- Istanbul to Sofya by train
- train ticket Istanbul to Sofya
- how long is the train from Istanbul to Sofya