Bus Ruse to Istanbul: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Ruse to Istanbul

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Ruse to Istanbul from various bus operators like Huntur or Metro Bulgaria for the next days.

today

$49

tomorrow

Wednesday

$49

Thursday

$55

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

$54

Cheapest bus trips today
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Huntur	12h 0m	1:00 PM	Ruse	Central bus station	2:00 AM	Istanbul	Otogar Bus Station		Basic	$49	A Bus from Huntur goes from Central bus station, Ruse (Bulgaria) at 1/19/2026 1:00:00 PM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 1/20/2026 2:00:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $49 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 0m
	Metro Bulgaria	11h 30m	6:00 PM	Ruse	Central bus station	6:30 AM	Istanbul	Otogar Bus Station		Basic	$55	A Bus from Metro Bulgaria goes from Central bus station, Ruse (Bulgaria) at 1/19/2026 6:00:00 PM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 1/20/2026 6:30:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $55 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Huntur	12h 0m	1:00 PM	Ruse	Central bus station	2:00 AM	Istanbul	Otogar Bus Station		Basic	$49	A Bus from Huntur goes from Central bus station, Ruse (Bulgaria) at 1/21/2026 1:00:00 PM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 1/22/2026 2:00:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $49 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 0m
	Huntur	11h 30m	6:00 PM	Ruse	Central bus station	6:30 AM	Istanbul	Otogar Bus Station		Basic	$49	A Bus from Huntur goes from Central bus station, Ruse (Bulgaria) at 1/21/2026 6:00:00 PM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 1/22/2026 6:30:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $49 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Metro Bulgaria	11h 30m	6:00 PM	Ruse	Central bus station	6:30 AM	Istanbul	Otogar Bus Station		Basic	$55	A Bus from Metro Bulgaria goes from Central bus station, Ruse (Bulgaria) at 1/22/2026 6:00:00 PM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 1/23/2026 6:30:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $55 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Huntur	12h 0m	1:00 PM	Ruse	Central bus station	2:00 AM	Istanbul	Otogar Bus Station		Basic	$54	A Bus from Huntur goes from Central bus station, Ruse (Bulgaria) at 1/25/2026 1:00:00 PM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 1/26/2026 2:00:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $54 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 0m
	Huntur	11h 30m	6:00 PM	Ruse	Central bus station	6:30 AM	Istanbul	Otogar Bus Station		Basic	$54	A Bus from Huntur goes from Central bus station, Ruse (Bulgaria) at 1/25/2026 6:00:00 PM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 1/26/2026 6:30:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $54 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 30m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Ruse to Istanbul is $49 on 1/19/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Ruse and Istanbul

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

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 2 daily buses from Ruse to Istanbul. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Ruse and Istanbul.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 4 buses from Ruse to Istanbul, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Ruse and Istanbul, with 3 offers.

Facts about the bus from Ruse to Istanbul

Compare all providers like Huntur and Metro Bulgaria that travel 1 times every day by bus from Ruse to Istanbul in one click! Book your bus ticket from Ruse to Istanbul starting from $49!

Cheapest Bus	$49
Fastest Bus	12h 30m
Earliest Bus	1:00 PM
Latest Bus	6:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes	1 Ø
Distance	248.7 miles
Bus Companies	Huntur and Metro Bulgaria

Cheapest bus connections from Ruse to Istanbul

Every day, 1 buses from 2 bus companies leave Ruse for Istanbul: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 01/19/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 01/18

Monday 01/19

$49

Tuesday 01/20

Wednesday 01/21

$49

Thursday 01/22

$55

Friday 01/23

Saturday 01/24

Sunday 01/25

$54

Monday 01/26

$54

Tuesday 01/27

Wednesday 01/28

Thursday 01/29

Friday 01/30

Saturday 01/31

Sunday 02/01

Monday 02/02

Tuesday 02/03

Wednesday 02/04

Thursday 02/05

Friday 02/06

Saturday 02/07

Sunday 02/08

Monday 02/09

Tuesday 02/10

Wednesday 02/11

Thursday 02/12

Friday 02/13

Saturday 02/14

The cheapest time to travel from Ruse to Istanbul

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

With a price starting from $48, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Ruse to Istanbul. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $54.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Ruse to Istanbul, with $49. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $49.

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

All bus stations and stops in Ruse and Istanbul

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

Central bus station

bul. "Tsar Osvoboditel" 156

Iztok Bus Stop

Ivan Vedar Str 10

Brani Family Hotel

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 Ruse to Istanbul

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

FAQs about the Ruse to Istanbul bus

How much does a Ruse Istanbul bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $49 and takes 13h 0m to reach Istanbul. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $49 and $55. 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 Ruse to Istanbul each day?

Every day, the Ruse to Istanbul bus route is served by approximately 1 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Ruse to Istanbul is offered by Metro Bulgaria and takes 12h 30m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $55. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Ruse to Istanbul?

The earliest bus arriving in Istanbul from Ruse starts at 1:00 PM. 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 Ruse to Istanbul?

The latest bus trip departing from Ruse for Istanbul starts at 6:00 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 Ruse Istanbul route?

When traveling by bus from Ruse to Istanbul, passengers can travel with Huntur and Metro Bulgaria. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Ruse and Istanbul?

You can check all the direct connections between Ruse 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: Huntur and Metro Bulgaria.

What can I take with me on the Ruse 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 Ruse 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 Ruse 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 Ruse to Istanbul on your planned travel date.

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

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

Basic

Name referring to the typical seat you will find with companies that don’t distinguish between different classes.

More bus routes to Ruse and to Istanbul

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