Bus Kardzhali to Istanbul: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Kardzhali to Istanbul

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Kardzhali to Istanbul from various bus operators like Lüks Yonca Seyahat for the next days.

today

$29

tomorrow

$35

Wednesday

$36

Thursday

Friday

$28

Saturday

$28

Sunday

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Lüks Yonca Seyahat	5h 51m	9:00 AM	Kardzhali	Central Bus Station	2:51 PM	Istanbul	Otogar Bus Station	Economy	$29	A Bus from Lüks Yonca Seyahat goes from Central Bus Station, Kardzhali (Bulgaria) at 6/22/2026 9:00:00 AM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 6/22/2026 2:51:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 51m
Lüks Yonca Seyahat	5h 30m	2:00 PM	Kardzhali	Central Bus Station	7:30 PM	Istanbul	Otogar Bus Station	Economy	$29	A Bus from Lüks Yonca Seyahat goes from Central Bus Station, Kardzhali (Bulgaria) at 6/22/2026 2:00:00 PM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 6/22/2026 7:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 30m
Lüks Yonca Seyahat	5h 0m	3:30 PM	Kardzhali	Central Bus Station	8:30 PM	Istanbul	Otogar Bus Station	Economy	$29	A Bus from Lüks Yonca Seyahat goes from Central Bus Station, Kardzhali (Bulgaria) at 6/22/2026 3:30:00 PM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 6/22/2026 8:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Lüks Yonca Seyahat	5h 51m	9:00 AM	Kardzhali	Central Bus Station	2:51 PM	Istanbul	Otogar Bus Station	Economy	$35	A Bus from Lüks Yonca Seyahat goes from Central Bus Station, Kardzhali (Bulgaria) at 6/23/2026 9:00:00 AM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 6/23/2026 2:51:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 51m
Lüks Yonca Seyahat	5h 30m	2:00 PM	Kardzhali	Central Bus Station	7:30 PM	Istanbul	Otogar Bus Station	Economy	$35	A Bus from Lüks Yonca Seyahat goes from Central Bus Station, Kardzhali (Bulgaria) at 6/23/2026 2:00:00 PM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 6/23/2026 7:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 30m
Lüks Yonca Seyahat	5h 0m	3:30 PM	Kardzhali	Central Bus Station	8:30 PM	Istanbul	Otogar Bus Station	Economy	$35	A Bus from Lüks Yonca Seyahat goes from Central Bus Station, Kardzhali (Bulgaria) at 6/23/2026 3:30:00 PM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 6/23/2026 8:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Lüks Yonca Seyahat	5h 51m	9:00 AM	Kardzhali	Central Bus Station	2:51 PM	Istanbul	Otogar Bus Station	Economy	$36	A Bus from Lüks Yonca Seyahat goes from Central Bus Station, Kardzhali (Bulgaria) at 6/24/2026 9:00:00 AM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 6/24/2026 2:51:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $36 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 51m
Lüks Yonca Seyahat	5h 30m	2:00 PM	Kardzhali	Central Bus Station	7:30 PM	Istanbul	Otogar Bus Station	Economy	$36	A Bus from Lüks Yonca Seyahat goes from Central Bus Station, Kardzhali (Bulgaria) at 6/24/2026 2:00:00 PM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 6/24/2026 7:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $36 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 30m
Lüks Yonca Seyahat	5h 0m	3:30 PM	Kardzhali	Central Bus Station	8:30 PM	Istanbul	Otogar Bus Station	Economy	$36	A Bus from Lüks Yonca Seyahat goes from Central Bus Station, Kardzhali (Bulgaria) at 6/24/2026 3:30:00 PM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 6/24/2026 8:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $36 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Lüks Yonca Seyahat	5h 51m	9:00 AM	Kardzhali	Central Bus Station	2:51 PM	Istanbul	Otogar Bus Station	Economy	$28	A Bus from Lüks Yonca Seyahat goes from Central Bus Station, Kardzhali (Bulgaria) at 6/26/2026 9:00:00 AM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 6/26/2026 2:51:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 51m
Lüks Yonca Seyahat	5h 30m	2:00 PM	Kardzhali	Central Bus Station	7:30 PM	Istanbul	Otogar Bus Station	Economy	$28	A Bus from Lüks Yonca Seyahat goes from Central Bus Station, Kardzhali (Bulgaria) at 6/26/2026 2:00:00 PM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 6/26/2026 7:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 30m
Lüks Yonca Seyahat	5h 0m	3:30 PM	Kardzhali	Central Bus Station	8:30 PM	Istanbul	Otogar Bus Station	Economy	$28	A Bus from Lüks Yonca Seyahat goes from Central Bus Station, Kardzhali (Bulgaria) at 6/26/2026 3:30:00 PM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 6/26/2026 8:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Lüks Yonca Seyahat	5h 51m	9:00 AM	Kardzhali	Central Bus Station	2:51 PM	Istanbul	Otogar Bus Station	Economy	$28	A Bus from Lüks Yonca Seyahat goes from Central Bus Station, Kardzhali (Bulgaria) at 6/27/2026 9:00:00 AM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 6/27/2026 2:51:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 51m
Lüks Yonca Seyahat	5h 30m	2:00 PM	Kardzhali	Central Bus Station	7:30 PM	Istanbul	Otogar Bus Station	Economy	$28	A Bus from Lüks Yonca Seyahat goes from Central Bus Station, Kardzhali (Bulgaria) at 6/27/2026 2:00:00 PM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 6/27/2026 7:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 30m
Lüks Yonca Seyahat	5h 0m	3:30 PM	Kardzhali	Central Bus Station	8:30 PM	Istanbul	Otogar Bus Station	Economy	$28	A Bus from Lüks Yonca Seyahat goes from Central Bus Station, Kardzhali (Bulgaria) at 6/27/2026 3:30:00 PM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 6/27/2026 8:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Kardzhali to Istanbul is $22 on 6/21/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Kardzhali and Istanbul

See here how frequent the connections between Kardzhali and Istanbul are, during different times and days of the week.

Monday is the busiest day, with more than 3 daily buses from Kardzhali to Istanbul. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Kardzhali and Istanbul.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 10 buses from Kardzhali to Istanbul, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Kardzhali and Istanbul, with 5 offers.

Facts about the bus from Kardzhali to Istanbul

Compare all providers like Lüks Yonca Seyahat that travel 3 times every day by bus from Kardzhali to Istanbul in one click! Book your bus ticket from Kardzhali to Istanbul starting from $22!

Cheapest Bus	$22
Fastest Bus	5h 0m
Earliest Bus	9:00 AM
Latest Bus	3:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes	3 Ø
Distance	191.8 miles
Bus Companies	Lüks Yonca Seyahat

Cheapest bus connections from Kardzhali to Istanbul

Every day, 3 buses from 1 bus companies leave Kardzhali for Istanbul: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 06/22/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 06/21

Monday 06/22

$22

Tuesday 06/23

$26

Wednesday 06/24

$26

Thursday 06/25

$22

Friday 06/26

$28

Saturday 06/27

$28

Sunday 06/28

Monday 06/29

Tuesday 06/30

Wednesday 07/01

Thursday 07/02

Friday 07/03

$22

Saturday 07/04

Sunday 07/05

Monday 07/06

Tuesday 07/07

Wednesday 07/08

Thursday 07/09

Friday 07/10

$22

Saturday 07/11

$26

Sunday 07/12

$22

Monday 07/13

$26

Tuesday 07/14

$26

Wednesday 07/15

$22

Thursday 07/16

$26

Friday 07/17

$26

Saturday 07/18

The cheapest time to travel from Kardzhali to Istanbul

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Kardzhali to Istanbul, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $22, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Kardzhali to Istanbul. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $26.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Kardzhali to Istanbul, with $28. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $28.

How to save money travelling from Kardzhali 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 Kardzhali 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 Kardzhali 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 buses from Kardzhali to Istanbul are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Kardzhali and Istanbul

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Kardzhali and Istanbul.

Central Bus Station

bulevard "Bulgaria" 92-В

Alibeyköy Otogarı

Güzeltepe, Fatih Sultan Mehmet Blv 18

Dudullu Bus Station

Kible Sokak 38

Esenler Bus Station

Altıntepsi

Otogar Bus Station

Altıntepsi Mahallesi Bayrampasa-Istanbul

Samandira Bus Station

Tuna Cd 4

Service and Comfort on the bus from Kardzhali to Istanbul

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

FAQs about the Kardzhali to Istanbul bus

How much does a Kardzhali Istanbul bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $22 and takes 5h 51m to reach Istanbul. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $22 and $36. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Istanbul.

On average, how many connections are available from Kardzhali to Istanbul each day?

Every day, the Kardzhali to Istanbul bus route is served by approximately 3 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Kardzhali to Istanbul take?

The fastest bus from Kardzhali to Istanbul is offered by Lüks Yonca Seyahat and takes 5h 0m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $29. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Kardzhali to Istanbul?

The earliest bus arriving in Istanbul from Kardzhali starts at 9:00 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Kardzhali to Istanbul?

The latest bus trip departing from Kardzhali for Istanbul starts at 3:30 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Kardzhali Istanbul route?

When traveling by bus from Kardzhali to Istanbul, passengers can travel with Lüks Yonca Seyahat. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Kardzhali and Istanbul?

You can check all the direct connections between Kardzhali 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: Lüks Yonca Seyahat.

What can I take with me on the Kardzhali to Istanbul bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Kardzhali Istanbul bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Kardzhali 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 traveling 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 Kardzhali to Istanbul on your planned travel date.

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

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Kardzhali and to Istanbul

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