The average bus between Sofia and Otogar (Istanbul Metro) takes 8h 10m and the fastest bus takes 7h. The bus service runs several times per day from Sofia to Otogar (Istanbul Metro). The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run 4 times a day between Sofia and Otogar (Istanbul Metro). The earliest departure is at 11:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sofia is at 11:00 PM which arrives into Otogar (Istanbul Metro) at 7:00 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 8h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sofia Serdica Bus Station and arriving at Istanbul Büyük Otogari station. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 7m.
Sofia to Otogar (Istanbul Metro) bus services, operated by Citylines, depart from Sofia Serdica Bus Station.
Sofia to Otogar (Istanbul Metro) bus services, operated by Citylines, arrive at Istanbul Büyük Otogari station.
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The distance between Sofia and Otogar (Istanbul Metro) is 496.6 km. The road distance is 541 km.
Citylines operates a bus from Sofia Serdica Bus Station to Istanbul Büyük Otogari 3 times a day. Tickets cost ₺1,700–2,400 and the journey takes 9h. Five other operators also service this route.