Route at a glance
- Operators
- 18
- Tickets from
- €26.58
- Price range
- €26.58 – €65.07
- Fastest journey
- 6 h 40 min
- Typical journey time
- 9 h
- Departures per day
- about 16.4
- Direct connections
- Available
- Transport modes
- Bus
Based on connections observed in the last 90 days.
Operators on this route
| Operator | from price | from duration |
|---|---|---|
| Arda Tur | from €26.58 | from 8 h |
| Metro Turizm | from €37.21 | from 8 h |
| Kamil Koç | from €32.99 | from 8 h |
| Racic Eurobus BG | from €34.00 | from 9 h |
| Huntur Turizm | from €27.00 | from 8 h 54 min |
| Alpar Turizm | from €29.54 | from 8 h |
| MyBus Sofia | from €28.00 | from 8 h |
| Panoramatrans | from €30.00 | from 8 h |
| Ulusoy Yurtdışı | from €28.35 | from 8 h |
| FlixBus | from €53.71 | from 11 h 15 min |
| Lüks İstanbul | from €26.65 | from 6 h 40 min |
| Lüks Yonca Turizm | from €29.84 | from 7 h 5 min |
| Huntur | from €27.00 | from 8 h 54 min |
| Arda Tur New | from €37.64 | from 9 h |
| KAMİL KOÇ OTOBÜSLERİ A.Ş. | from €37.99 | from 8 h 30 min |
| MyBus Sofia Ltd. | from €28.00 | from 8 h |
| My Bus | from €30.11 | from 8 h |
| Panorama Trans | from €30.00 | from 8 h |
Stations
Departure stations – Istanbul
- Esenler Otogarı (Bus Station)
- Istanbul
- İstanbul Esenler
Arrival stations – Sofia
- Sofia Serdica Bus Stop (Bus Station)
- Sofia
- Sofya Central Bus Station (Bus Station)
Frequently asked questions
How long is the bus from Istanbul to Sofia?
Connections from Istanbul to Sofia take between 6 h 40 min and 11 h 30 min, depending on the operator and the number of stops.
How much is a bus ticket from Istanbul to Sofia?
Tickets from Istanbul to Sofia start at €26.58 and we have seen fares up to €65.07. Prices are shown in euro and vary by operator and travel date.
Which bus companies operate from Istanbul to Sofia?
The following operators serve the route from Istanbul to Sofia: Arda Tur, Metro Turizm, Kamil Koç, Racic Eurobus BG, Huntur Turizm, Alpar Turizm, MyBus Sofia, Panoramatrans, Ulusoy Yurtdışı, FlixBus, Lüks İstanbul, Lüks Yonca Turizm, Huntur, Arda Tur New, KAMİL KOÇ OTOBÜSLERİ A.Ş., MyBus Sofia Ltd., My Bus and Panorama Trans.
How often do buses run from Istanbul to Sofia?
We currently see about 16.4 departures per day from Istanbul to Sofia, based on the connections in our database.
Are there direct buses from Istanbul to Sofia?
Yes, direct connections from Istanbul to Sofia are available.
Where can I buy bus tickets from Istanbul to Sofia online?
On TravelCoon you can compare and book tickets online from providers such as Arda Tur, Metro Turizm, Kamil Koç, Racic Eurobus BG, Huntur Turizm, Alpar Turizm, MyBus Sofia and Panoramatrans. Start a live search for your travel date to see current availability and prices.
Which stations are used between Istanbul and Sofia?
Departures in Istanbul are usually from Esenler Otogarı (Bus Station), Istanbul and İstanbul Esenler; arrivals in Sofia are at Sofia Serdica Bus Stop (Bus Station), Sofia and Sofya Central Bus Station (Bus Station).