Bus Sofia to Istanbul: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Sofia to Istanbul

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Sofia to Istanbul from various bus operators like Arda Tur, Citylines or Metro Turizm for the next days.

today

$28

tomorrow

$28

Thursday

$28

Friday

$28

Saturday

$29

Sunday

$28

Monday

$29

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Citylines	9h 30m	10:30 PM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	8:00 AM	Istanbul	Esenler Bus Station	Economy	$28	A Bus from Citylines goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 6/16/2026 10:30:00 PM to Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 6/17/2026 8:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 30m
Alpar Turizm	8h 0m	10:00 PM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	6:00 AM	Istanbul	Otogar Bus Station	Economy	$35	A Bus from Alpar Turizm goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 6/16/2026 10:00:00 PM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 6/17/2026 6:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 0m
Arda Tur	10h 16m	11:59 PM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	10:15 AM	Istanbul	Esenler Bus Station	Economy	$35	A Bus from Arda Tur goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 6/16/2026 11:59:00 PM to Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 6/17/2026 10:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 16m
Kamil Koc	8h 30m	11:00 AM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	7:30 PM	Istanbul	Esenler Bus Station	Economy	$44	A Bus from Kamil Koc goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 6/16/2026 11:00:00 AM to Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 6/16/2026 7:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $44 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 30m
Metro Turizm	11h 0m	12:00 PM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	11:00 PM	Istanbul	Esenler Bus Station	Economy	$47	A Bus from Metro Turizm goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 6/16/2026 12:00:00 PM to Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 6/16/2026 11:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $47 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 0m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Citylines	9h 30m	10:30 PM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	8:00 AM	Istanbul	Esenler Bus Station	Economy	$28	A Bus from Citylines goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 6/17/2026 10:30:00 PM to Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 6/18/2026 8:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 30m
Huntur	8h 30m	10:30 PM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	7:00 AM	Istanbul	Esenler Bus Station	Economy	$33	A Bus from Huntur goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 6/17/2026 10:30:00 PM to Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 6/18/2026 7:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 30m
Alpar Turizm	8h 0m	10:00 PM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	6:00 AM	Istanbul	Otogar Bus Station	Economy	$35	A Bus from Alpar Turizm goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 6/17/2026 10:00:00 PM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 6/18/2026 6:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 0m
Arda Tur	10h 16m	11:59 PM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	10:15 AM	Istanbul	Esenler Bus Station	Economy	$35	A Bus from Arda Tur goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 6/17/2026 11:59:00 PM to Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 6/18/2026 10:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 16m
Kamil Koc	8h 30m	11:00 AM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	7:30 PM	Istanbul	Esenler Bus Station	Economy	$44	A Bus from Kamil Koc goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 6/17/2026 11:00:00 AM to Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 6/17/2026 7:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $44 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Citylines	9h 30m	10:30 PM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	8:00 AM	Istanbul	Esenler Bus Station	Economy	$28	A Bus from Citylines goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 6/18/2026 10:30:00 PM to Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 6/19/2026 8:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 30m
Huntur	8h 30m	10:30 PM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	7:00 AM	Istanbul	Esenler Bus Station	Economy	$33	A Bus from Huntur goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 6/18/2026 10:30:00 PM to Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 6/19/2026 7:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 30m
Arda Tur	10h 16m	11:59 PM	Sofia	pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop	10:15 AM	Istanbul	Esenler Bus Station	Economy	$35	A Bus from Arda Tur goes from pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 6/18/2026 11:59:00 PM to Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 6/19/2026 10:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 16m
Alpar Turizm	8h 0m	10:00 PM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	6:00 AM	Istanbul	Otogar Bus Station	Economy	$35	A Bus from Alpar Turizm goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 6/18/2026 10:00:00 PM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 6/19/2026 6:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 0m
Kamil Koc	8h 30m	11:00 AM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	7:30 PM	Istanbul	Esenler Bus Station	Economy	$44	A Bus from Kamil Koc goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 6/18/2026 11:00:00 AM to Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 6/18/2026 7:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $44 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Citylines	9h 30m	10:30 PM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	8:00 AM	Istanbul	Esenler Bus Station	Economy	$28	A Bus from Citylines goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 6/19/2026 10:30:00 PM to Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 6/20/2026 8:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 30m
Huntur	8h 30m	10:30 PM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	7:00 AM	Istanbul	Esenler Bus Station	Economy	$33	A Bus from Huntur goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 6/19/2026 10:30:00 PM to Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 6/20/2026 7:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 30m
Alpar Turizm	8h 0m	10:00 PM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	6:00 AM	Istanbul	Otogar Bus Station	Economy	$35	A Bus from Alpar Turizm goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 6/19/2026 10:00:00 PM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 6/20/2026 6:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 0m
Arda Tur	10h 16m	11:59 PM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	10:15 AM	Istanbul	Esenler Bus Station	Economy	$35	A Bus from Arda Tur goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 6/19/2026 11:59:00 PM to Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 6/20/2026 10:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 16m
Kamil Koc	8h 30m	11:00 AM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	7:30 PM	Istanbul	Esenler Bus Station	Economy	$44	A Bus from Kamil Koc goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 6/19/2026 11:00:00 AM to Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 6/19/2026 7:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $44 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Huntur	9h 30m	10:30 PM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	8:00 AM	Istanbul	Otogar Bus Station	Basic	$29	A Bus from Huntur goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 6/20/2026 10:30:00 PM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 6/21/2026 8:00:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 30m
Arda Tur	10h 15m	12:30 AM	Sofia	pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop	10:45 AM	Istanbul	Esenler Bus Station	Economy	$35	A Bus from Arda Tur goes from pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 6/20/2026 12:30:00 AM to Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 6/20/2026 10:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 15m
Alpar Turizm	8h 0m	10:00 PM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	6:00 AM	Istanbul	Otogar Bus Station	Economy	$35	A Bus from Alpar Turizm goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 6/20/2026 10:00:00 PM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 6/21/2026 6:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 0m
Kamil Koc	8h 30m	11:00 AM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	7:30 PM	Istanbul	Esenler Bus Station	Economy	$44	A Bus from Kamil Koc goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 6/20/2026 11:00:00 AM to Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 6/20/2026 7:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $44 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 30m
Metro Turizm	12h 0m	9:00 AM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	9:00 PM	Istanbul	Esenler Bus Station	Economy	$45	A Bus from Metro Turizm goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 6/20/2026 9:00:00 AM to Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 6/20/2026 9:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $45 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 0m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Citylines	9h 30m	10:30 PM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	8:00 AM	Istanbul	Esenler Bus Station	Economy	$28	A Bus from Citylines goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 6/21/2026 10:30:00 PM to Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 6/22/2026 8:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 30m
Huntur	8h 30m	10:30 PM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	7:00 AM	Istanbul	Esenler Bus Station	Economy	$33	A Bus from Huntur goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 6/21/2026 10:30:00 PM to Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 6/22/2026 7:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 30m
Alpar Turizm	8h 0m	10:00 PM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	6:00 AM	Istanbul	Otogar Bus Station	Economy	$35	A Bus from Alpar Turizm goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 6/21/2026 10:00:00 PM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 6/22/2026 6:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 0m
Arda Tur	10h 16m	11:59 PM	Sofia	pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop	10:15 AM	Istanbul	Esenler Bus Station	Economy	$35	A Bus from Arda Tur goes from pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 6/21/2026 11:59:00 PM to Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 6/22/2026 10:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 16m
Kamil Koc	8h 30m	11:00 AM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	7:30 PM	Istanbul	Esenler Bus Station	Economy	$44	A Bus from Kamil Koc goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 6/21/2026 11:00:00 AM to Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 6/21/2026 7:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $44 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Citylines	9h 30m	10:30 PM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	8:00 AM	Istanbul	Esenler Bus Station	Economy	$29	A Bus from Citylines goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 6/22/2026 10:30:00 PM to Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 6/23/2026 8:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 30m
Huntur	8h 30m	10:30 PM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	7:00 AM	Istanbul	Esenler Bus Station	Economy	$34	A Bus from Huntur goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 6/22/2026 10:30:00 PM to Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 6/23/2026 7:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 30m
Arda Tur	10h 15m	12:30 AM	Sofia	pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop	10:45 AM	Istanbul	Esenler Bus Station	Economy	$35	A Bus from Arda Tur goes from pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 6/22/2026 12:30:00 AM to Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 6/22/2026 10:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 15m
Alpar Turizm	8h 0m	10:00 PM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	6:00 AM	Istanbul	Otogar Bus Station	Economy	$36	A Bus from Alpar Turizm goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 6/22/2026 10:00:00 PM to Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 6/23/2026 6:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $36 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 0m
Kamil Koc	8h 30m	11:00 AM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	7:30 PM	Istanbul	Esenler Bus Station	Economy	$44	A Bus from Kamil Koc goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 6/22/2026 11:00:00 AM to Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) arriving at 6/22/2026 7:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $44 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 30m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Sofia to Istanbul is $28 on 6/19/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Sofia and Istanbul

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

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 35 daily buses from Sofia to Istanbul. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 31 daily coaches between Sofia and Istanbul.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 121 buses from Sofia to Istanbul, while Night sees the fewest connections between Sofia and Istanbul, with 4 offers.

Facts about the bus from Sofia to Istanbul

Compare all providers like Arda Tur, Citylines and Metro Turizm that travel 33 times every day by bus from Sofia to Istanbul in one click! Book your bus ticket from Sofia to Istanbul starting from $28!

Cheapest Bus	$28
Fastest Bus	8h 0m
Earliest Bus	9:00 AM
Latest Bus	11:59 PM
Daily Bus Routes	33 Ø
Distance	313.7 miles
Bus Companies	Arda Tur, Citylines, Metro Turizm, Metro Bulgaria, Alpar Turizm, Kamil Koc, Huntur and Panorama Trans

Cheapest bus connections from Sofia to Istanbul

Every day, 33 buses from 8 bus companies leave Sofia for Istanbul: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 06/16/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 06/14

Monday 06/15

Tuesday 06/16

$29

Wednesday 06/17

$28

Thursday 06/18

$28

Friday 06/19

$28

Saturday 06/20

$29

Sunday 06/21

$28

Monday 06/22

$29

Tuesday 06/23

$29

Wednesday 06/24

$29

Thursday 06/25

$29

Friday 06/26

$29

Saturday 06/27

$28

Sunday 06/28

$29

Monday 06/29

$29

Tuesday 06/30

$29

Wednesday 07/01

$29

Thursday 07/02

$29

Friday 07/03

$36

Saturday 07/04

$28

Sunday 07/05

$36

Monday 07/06

$28

Tuesday 07/07

$29

Wednesday 07/08

$29

Thursday 07/09

$44

Friday 07/10

$29

Saturday 07/11

The cheapest time to travel from Sofia to Istanbul

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

With a price starting from $28, Sunday is the cheapest day for a bus from Sofia to Istanbul. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $28.

Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Sofia to Istanbul, with $28. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $44.

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

Beloved bus companies from Sofia to Istanbul

These are the most booked bus companies between Sofia to Istanbul from our users.

Metro Turizm from Sofia to Istanbul

Here you will find the key facts about the Metro Turizm bus route Sofia to Istanbul:

Cheapest Price	$45
Fastest Bus	10h 0m
Earliest Bus	9:00 AM
Last Bus	11:00 PM
Daily Connections	4 Ø
Found on	6/15/2026

Arda Tur from Sofia to Istanbul

Here you will find the key facts about the Arda Tur bus route Sofia to Istanbul:

Cheapest Price	$35
Fastest Bus	8h 30m
Earliest Bus	1:30 PM
Last Bus	11:59 PM
Daily Connections	12 Ø
Found on	6/15/2026

Huntur from Sofia to Istanbul

Here you will find the key facts about the Huntur bus route Sofia to Istanbul:

Cheapest Price	$29
Fastest Bus	8h 30m
Earliest Bus	10:30 PM
Last Bus	10:30 PM
Daily Connections	1 Ø
Found on	6/15/2026

All bus stations and stops in Sofia and Istanbul

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

Central Bus Station

Knyagina Maria Luisa Boulevard 100

Bratya Miladinovi

Bus and Coach Station Zapad Bus Stop

Serdika

Knyaginya Maria Luiza 102

Aleko Hut 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 Sofia to Istanbul

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

FAQs about the Sofia to Istanbul bus

How much does a Sofia Istanbul bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $28 and takes 9h 30m to reach Istanbul. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 8 companies with a range of ticket prices between $28 and $65. 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 Sofia to Istanbul each day?

Every day, the Sofia to Istanbul bus route is served by approximately 33 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Sofia to Istanbul is offered by Alpar Turizm and takes 8h 0m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $35. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Sofia to Istanbul?

The earliest bus arriving in Istanbul from Sofia 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 Sofia to Istanbul?

The latest bus trip departing from Sofia for Istanbul starts at 11:59 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 Sofia Istanbul route?

When traveling by bus from Sofia to Istanbul, passengers can travel with Arda Tur, Citylines and Metro Turizm. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Sofia and Istanbul?

You can check all the direct connections between Sofia 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: Arda Tur, Citylines and Metro Turizm.

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

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

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 33 daily trips between Sofia and Istanbul. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Sofia to Istanbul?

Prices and availability for 33 trips between Sofia and Istanbul change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

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

Basic

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Sofia and to Istanbul

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