Istanbul to Burgas
This route is served by bus and this page outlines the available schedules, journey durations and fares between Istanbul and Burgas.
Travel options for Istanbul to Burgas
The quickest and most affordable way to get from Istanbul to Burgas is by a bus for 1260 TRY, taking only 5 hours.
Bus from Istanbul to Burgas
Taking a bus from Istanbul to Burgas offers multiple departure options from Istanbul Airport Bus Stop or Istanbul Central Bus Station, with the day’s first bus leaving at 08:30. The ride lasts approximately 5 hours and will drop you off at Burgas Bus Stop or Burgas South, with tickets available from 1,260 TRY. Plan ahead and secure your spot reserve your seat.
Prices: 1,260 TRY
Duration: 5h – 8h ⏱
Bus Routes & Schedules from Istanbul to Burgas
- Traveling from Istanbul Airport Bus Stop, you’ll be on the bus for roughly 5h before arriving at Burgas Bus Stop. Services operate from 15:30 until 19:30, and fares start from 1,380 TRY.
- Set off from Istanbul Airport Bus Stop by bus and spend roughly 5h traveling before reaching Burgas South. Ticket prices begin at 1,380 TRY, and services operate from 15:30 until 19:30.
- Arriving at Burgas South, you’ll leave Istanbul Central Bus Station by bus for a journey of approximately 6h to 8h. Tickets are available from 1,260 to 1,678 TRY, with departures from 08:30 until 20:00.
- Travel from Istanbul Central Bus Station to Burgas Bus Stop by bus, with journeys lasting approximately 6h to 7h. Departures run from 09:00 until 19:30, and fares begin at 1,260 to 1,562 TRY.
Cheapest Bus Istanbul to Burgas
1260 TRY, from Istanbul Central Bus Station to Burgas South, departure at some times, duration 7hFastest Bus Istanbul to Burgas
1380 TRY, from Istanbul Airport Bus Stop to Burgas Bus Stop, departure at some times, duration 5hBus Timetable: Istanbul Airport Bus Stop → Burgas Bus Stop
- 15:30 19:30 5h 1380 TRY
- 19:30 23:30 5h 1380 TRY
Bus Timetable: Istanbul Airport Bus Stop → Burgas South
- 15:30 19:30 5h 1380 TRY
- 19:30 23:30 5h 1380 TRY
Bus Timetable: Istanbul Central Bus Station → Burgas Bus Stop
- 09:00 15:00 7h 1562 TRY
- 14:30 19:30 6h 1260 TRY
- 18:30 23:30 6h 1260 TRY
- 19:00 01:00 7h 1500 TRY
- 19:30 01:30 7h 1562 TRY
Bus Timetable: Istanbul Central Bus Station → Burgas South
- 08:30 14:30 7h 1500 TRY
- 09:00 14:00 6h 1500 TRY
- 14:30 19:30 6h 1260 TRY
- 18:30 23:30 6h 1260 TRY
- 19:00 01:00 7h 1260 TRY
- 19:30 02:30 8h 1678 TRY
- 20:00 01:00 6h 1500 TRY
Frequently Asked Questions Istanbul to Burgas
Below you will find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Istanbul to Burgas.
How long does the Istanbul to Burgas route usually take?
By bus, the Istanbul to Burgas route usually takes about 5 to 8 hours. The exact time depends on the departure point in Istanbul and the arrival stop in Burgas. Trips from Istanbul Airport are shorter than those from Istanbul Central Bus Station.
What is the price range for Istanbul to Burgas travel?
For the Istanbul to Burgas route, bus tickets cost about 1,260 TRY to 1,678 TRY. The fare varies by departure point and arrival stop, with different bus combinations priced within that range.
Which is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Burgas?
The cheapest available option on the Istanbul to Burgas route is the bus. Prices start at about 1,260 TRY, and the lowest fares are within the bus services listed for this route.
What is the fastest option on the Istanbul to Burgas route?
The fastest listed option for Istanbul to Burgas is by bus from Istanbul Airport Bus Stop, which takes about 5 hours. Other bus combinations take longer, especially those leaving from Istanbul Central Bus Station.
Where do buses leave from and arrive at on the Istanbul to Burgas route?
Buses on the Istanbul to Burgas route depart from Istanbul Airport Bus Stop or Istanbul Central Bus Station. In Burgas, they arrive at Burgas Bus Stop or Burgas South, depending on the service.
How often do buses run from Istanbul to Burgas?
There are 16 bus trips listed for the Istanbul to Burgas route. The schedule shows departures spread through the day, but no exact frequency in minutes is provided.
What are the first and last bus departures from Istanbul to Burgas?
The first bus departure on the Istanbul to Burgas route is at 08:30, and the last departure is at 20:00. These times apply to the bus services listed in the schedule.
Does the Istanbul to Burgas bus route have different travel times depending on the stations?
Yes. Istanbul Airport Bus Stop to Burgas Bus Stop or Burgas South takes about 5 hours. From Istanbul Central Bus Station, the trip is longer, usually about 6 to 8 hours depending on the Burgas arrival stop.
Which Istanbul to Burgas bus combination takes the longest?
The longest listed bus option on the Istanbul to Burgas route is from Istanbul Central Bus Station to Burgas South, which takes about 6 to 8 hours. That is longer than the airport departures and some other station pairs.
Are there direct bus options for Istanbul to Burgas?
Yes, the listed Istanbul to Burgas services are direct bus trips. The available station pairs connect Istanbul departure points with Burgas arrival stops without any other transport type shown in the context.
How much does the Istanbul to Burgas bus cost from each main departure point?
The context gives one overall bus fare range for Istanbul to Burgas, from about 1,260 TRY to 1,678 TRY. It does not break prices down by each departure station, so the exact fare depends on the specific service.
Where should I book tickets for the Istanbul to Burgas route?
For the Istanbul to Burgas route, tickets can be checked and booked on TicketRoutes.com. The route page lists the available bus services, departure points, arrival stops, and the current fare range.
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