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

The cheapest way to get from Kapikule to Istanbul is to night train which costs 260 ₺ - 390 ₺ and takes 5h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kapikule to Istanbul is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs 2.600 ₺ - 3.800 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Kapikule and Istanbul?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Vama Kapikule and arriving at Istanbul. Services depart once a week, and operate Tuesday. The journey takes approximately 4h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Kapikule and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct train from Kapikule to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Kapikule and arriving at Yenikapi via Halkali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 34m.

How far is it from Kapikule to Istanbul?

The distance between Kapikule and Istanbul is 255 km. The road distance is 253.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kapikule to Istanbul without a car is to bus which takes 4h 48m and costs 700 ₺ - 1.200 ₺.

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

The bus from Vama Kapikule to Istanbul takes 4h 17m including transfers and departs once a week.

Where do I catch the Kapikule to Istanbul bus from?

Kapikule to Istanbul bus services, operated by Chisinau Bus Station, depart from Vama Kapikule station.

Where do I catch the Kapikule to Istanbul train from?

Kapikule to Istanbul train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Kapikule station.

Train or bus from Kapikule to Istanbul?

The best way to get from Kapikule to Istanbul is to bus which takes 4h 48m and costs 700 ₺ - 1.200 ₺. Alternatively, you can train, which costs 280 ₺ - 420 ₺ and takes 7h 34m.

Where does the Kapikule to Istanbul bus arrive?

Kapikule to Istanbul bus services, operated by Chisinau Bus Station, arrive at Istanbul station.

Where does the Kapikule to Istanbul train arrive?

Kapikule to Istanbul train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Istanbul(Halkali) station.

Can I drive from Kapikule to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Kapikule to Istanbul is 253 km. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Kapikule to Istanbul.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 4225+ hotels available in Istanbul.

Kapikule to Istanbul - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Kapikule to Istanbul by bus, train, night train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Vama Kapikule to Istanbulbus
4h 48m
₺700–1,200
Night train, train
cheapest
1. Take the nighttrain from Kapikule to Çerkezköynighttrain Bosphor Express
2. Take the train from Cerkezkoy to Istanbul(Halkali)train Re / ...
5h 59m
₺258–439
Train
1. Take the train from Kapikule to Istanbul(Halkali)train Ic
7h 34m
₺281–416
Night train
1. Take the nighttrain from Kapikule to Halkalinighttrain Bosphor Express
5h 15m
₺261–390
Drive 253.3 km
1. Drive from Kapikule to Istanbulcar 253.3 km
2h 24m
₺2,600–3,755

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Distance: 255.3 km
Duration: 4h 48m

What companies run services between Kapikule, Turkey and Istanbul, Turkey?

Chisinau Bus Station operates a bus from Vama Kapikule to Istanbul once a week. Tickets cost ₺700–1,200 and the journey takes 4h 17m. Alternatively, Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) operates a train from Kapikule to Istanbul(Halkali) twice daily. Tickets cost ₺220–330 and the journey takes 6h 56m.

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