What is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Sliven?

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Sliven is to train and night train which costs $10 - $19 and takes 11h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Istanbul to Sliven?

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Sliven is to drive which takes 4h 8m and costs $55 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Sliven?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Istanbul Büyük Otogari and arriving at Sliven Central Bus Station station. Services depart six times a week, and operate Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 7h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Istanbul and Sliven?

No, there is no direct train from Istanbul to Sliven. However, there are services departing from Yenikapi and arriving at Sliven via Istanbul(Halkali), Çerkezköy, Stara Zagora and Zimnitsa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 15m.

How far is it from Istanbul to Sliven?

The distance between Istanbul and Sliven is 359 km. The road distance is 365.8 km.

How do I travel from Istanbul to Sliven without a car?

The best way to get from Istanbul to Sliven without a car is to bus which takes 7h 29m and costs $23 - $35.

How long does it take to get from Istanbul to Sliven?

The bus from Istanbul Büyük Otogari to Sliven Central Bus Station takes 7h 29m including transfers and departs six times a week.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Sliven bus from?

Istanbul to Sliven bus services, operated by Huntur, depart from Istanbul Büyük Otogari station.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Sliven train from?

Istanbul to Sliven train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), depart from Istanbul(Halkali) station.

Where does the Istanbul to Sliven bus arrive?

Istanbul to Sliven bus services, operated by Huntur, arrive at Sliven Central Bus Station.

Where does the Istanbul to Sliven train arrive?

Istanbul to Sliven train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), arrive at Cerkezkoy station.

Can I drive from Istanbul to Sliven?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Sliven is 366 km. It takes approximately 4h 8m to drive from Istanbul to Sliven.

How do I get a bus ticket from Istanbul to Sliven?

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Where can I stay near Sliven?

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Istanbul to Sliven - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Büyük Otogari to Sliven Central Bus Stationbus
7h 29m
$23–35
Train, night train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Istanbul(Halkali) to Cerkezkoytrain Re
2. Take the night train from Çerkezköy to Stara Zagoranighttrain
3. Take the train from Stara Zagora to Zimnitsatrain Ic
11h 15m
$10–19
Drive 365.8 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Slivencar 365.8 km
4h 8m
$58–84
Bus via Burgas
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Burgas Bus Station Southbus Arda-Tur
2. Take the bus from Burgas Bus Station South to Sliven Central Bus Stationbus Union Ivkoni
8h 20m
$56–97

Istanbul to Sliven by bus

6Weekly Buses

7h 29mAverage Duration

$23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 359.1 km
Duration: 7h 29m

What companies run services between Istanbul, Turkey and Sliven, Bulgaria?

Huntur operates a bus from Istanbul Büyük Otogari to Sliven Central Bus Station 3 times a week. Tickets cost $23–55 and the journey takes 7h 29m. Citylines also services this route 3 times a week.

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