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Compare all timetables for the bus from Varna to Istanbul

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Varna to Istanbul from various bus operators like Arda Tur, Metro Turizm or Metro Bulgaria for the next days.
today
from $41
tomorrow
from $38
Tuesday
from $38
Wednesday
from $38
Thursday
from $38
Friday
from $38
Saturday

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Arda Tur
    7h 30m
    0
    5:00 AM
    Varna
    Central Bus Station
    12:30 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $41
  • Arda Tur
    32h 30m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Varna
    Central Bus Station
    4:30 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $41
  • Metro Turizm
    9h 0m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Varna
    Central Bus Station
    7:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Metro Turizm
    Basic
    $50
  • Metro Turizm
    10h 0m
    0
    9:00 PM
    Varna
    Central Bus Station
    7:00 AM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Metro Turizm
    Basic
    $50
  • Metro Bulgaria
    9h 0m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Varna
    Central Bus Station
    7:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Metro Bulgaria
    Basic
    $50

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Nişikli Turizm
    11h 0m
    0
    4:00 AM
    Varna
    Central Bus Station
    3:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Esenler Bus Station
    0
    Nişikli Turizm
    Economy
    $38
  • Arda Tur
    7h 30m
    0
    5:00 AM
    Varna
    Central Bus Station
    12:30 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $41
  • Citylines
    9h 0m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Varna
    Central Bus Station
    7:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Citylines
    Economy
    $49
  • Metro Turizm
    9h 0m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Varna
    Central Bus Station
    7:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Metro Turizm
    Basic
    $50
  • Metro Bulgaria
    9h 0m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Varna
    Central Bus Station
    7:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Metro Bulgaria
    Basic
    $50

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Arda Tur
    8h 30m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Varna
    Central Bus Station
    4:30 PM
    Istanbul
    Esenler Bus Station
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $38
  • Arda Tur
    7h 30m
    0
    8:30 PM
    Varna
    Central Bus Station
    4:00 AM
    Istanbul
    Esenler Bus Station
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $38
  • Metro Turizm
    9h 0m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Varna
    Central Bus Station
    7:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Metro Turizm
    Basic
    $50
  • Metro Turizm
    10h 0m
    0
    9:00 PM
    Varna
    Central Bus Station
    7:00 AM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Metro Turizm
    Basic
    $50
  • Metro Bulgaria
    9h 0m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Varna
    Central Bus Station
    7:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Metro Bulgaria
    Basic
    $50

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Arda Tur
    8h 30m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Varna
    Central Bus Station
    4:30 PM
    Istanbul
    Esenler Bus Station
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $38
  • Arda Tur
    7h 30m
    0
    8:30 PM
    Varna
    Central Bus Station
    4:00 AM
    Istanbul
    Esenler Bus Station
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $38
  • Metro Turizm
    9h 0m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Varna
    Central Bus Station
    7:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Metro Turizm
    Basic
    $50
  • Metro Turizm
    10h 0m
    0
    9:00 PM
    Varna
    Central Bus Station
    7:00 AM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Metro Turizm
    Basic
    $50
  • Metro Bulgaria
    9h 0m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Varna
    Central Bus Station
    7:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Metro Bulgaria
    Basic
    $50

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Nişikli Turizm
    11h 0m
    0
    4:00 AM
    Varna
    Central Bus Station
    3:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Esenler Bus Station
    0
    Nişikli Turizm
    Economy
    $38
  • Arda Tur
    8h 30m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Varna
    Central Bus Station
    4:30 PM
    Istanbul
    Esenler Bus Station
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $38
  • Citylines
    9h 0m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Varna
    Central Bus Station
    7:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Citylines
    Economy
    $48
  • Metro Turizm
    9h 0m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Varna
    Central Bus Station
    7:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Metro Turizm
    Basic
    $50
  • Metro Bulgaria
    9h 0m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Varna
    Central Bus Station
    7:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Metro Bulgaria
    Basic
    $50

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Nişikli Turizm
    11h 0m
    0
    4:00 AM
    Varna
    Central Bus Station
    3:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Esenler Bus Station
    0
    Nişikli Turizm
    Economy
    $38
  • Arda Tur
    8h 30m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Varna
    Central Bus Station
    4:30 PM
    Istanbul
    Esenler Bus Station
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $38
  • Citylines
    9h 0m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Varna
    Central Bus Station
    7:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Citylines
    Economy
    $48
  • Metro Turizm
    9h 0m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Varna
    Central Bus Station
    7:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Metro Turizm
    Basic
    $50
  • Metro Bulgaria
    9h 0m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Varna
    Central Bus Station
    7:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Metro Bulgaria
    Basic
    $50

Frequency of bus connections between Varna and Istanbul

See here how frequent the connections between Varna and Istanbul are, during different times and days of the week.
Thursday is the busiest day, with more than 20 daily buses from Varna to Istanbul. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 7 daily coaches between Varna and Istanbul.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 34 buses from Varna to Istanbul, while Night sees the fewest connections between Varna and Istanbul, with 16 offers.

Facts about the bus from Varna to Istanbul

Compare all providers like Arda Tur, Metro Turizm and Metro Bulgaria that travel 14 times every day by bus from Varna to Istanbul in one click! Book your bus ticket from Varna to Istanbul starting from $38!

Cheapest Bus $38
Fastest Bus 7h 30m
Earliest Bus 5:00 AM
Latest Bus 9:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes 14 Ø
Distance 162.1 miles
Bus Companies Arda Tur, Metro Turizm, Metro Bulgaria, Citylines and Nişikli Turizm

Cheapest bus connections from Varna to Istanbul

Every day, 14 buses from 5 bus companies leave Varna for Istanbul: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 06/22/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 06/22
$34
Monday 06/23
$34
Tuesday 06/24
$34
Wednesday 06/25
$34
Thursday 06/26
$34
Friday 06/27
$34
Saturday 06/28
Sunday 06/29
$41
Monday 06/30
$34
Tuesday 07/01
$34
Wednesday 07/02
$34
Thursday 07/03
$34
Friday 07/04
$41
Saturday 07/05
$34
Sunday 07/06
$34
Monday 07/07
$34
Tuesday 07/08
$34
Wednesday 07/09
$34
Thursday 07/10
$40
Friday 07/11
$34
Saturday 07/12
$34
Sunday 07/13
$34
Monday 07/14
$34
Tuesday 07/15
$41
Wednesday 07/16
$34
Thursday 07/17
$34
Friday 07/18
$34
Saturday 07/19

The cheapest time to travel from Varna to Istanbul

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Varna to Istanbul, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $38, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Varna to Istanbul. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $41.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Varna to Istanbul, with $38. Night is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $38.

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

Beloved bus companies from Varna to Istanbul

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

Metro Turizm from Varna to Istanbul

Metro Turizm

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

Cheapest Price $50
Fastest Bus 9h 0m
Earliest Bus 10:00 AM
Last Bus 9:00 PM
Daily Connections 2 Ø
Found on 6/17/2025

Nişikli Turizm from Varna to Istanbul

Nişikli Turizm

Here you will find the key facts about the Nişikli Turizm bus route Varna to Istanbul:

Cheapest Price $38
Fastest Bus 9h 0m
Earliest Bus 4:00 AM
Last Bus 8:00 PM
Daily Connections 3 Ø
Found on 6/17/2025

Citylines from Varna to Istanbul

Citylines

Here you will find the key facts about the Citylines bus route Varna to Istanbul:

Cheapest Price $48
Fastest Bus 9h 0m
Earliest Bus 10:00 AM
Last Bus 9:00 PM
Daily Connections 4 Ø
Found on 6/17/2025

All bus stations and stops in Varna and Istanbul

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Varna to Istanbul

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

FAQs about the Varna to Istanbul bus

How much does a Varna Istanbul bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $38 and takes 8h 30m to reach Istanbul. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 5 companies with a range of ticket prices between $38 and $50. 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 Varna to Istanbul each day?

Every day, the Varna to Istanbul bus route is served by approximately 14 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Varna to Istanbul is offered by Arda Tur and takes 7h 30m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $41. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Varna to Istanbul?

The earliest bus arriving in Istanbul from Varna starts at 5:00 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 Varna to Istanbul?

The latest bus trip departing from Varna for Istanbul starts at 9:00 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 Varna Istanbul route?

When traveling by bus from Varna to Istanbul, passengers can travel with Arda Tur, Metro Turizm 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 Varna and Istanbul?

You can check all the direct connections between Varna 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, Metro Turizm and Metro Bulgaria.

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

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

Basic
Basic

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

Economy
Economy

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

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