Varna to Istanbul Bus: Find Cheap Coach Tickets

Q: What is the distance between Varna and Istanbul?

The distance between these two places is a total of 288 mi.

Q: What is the average travel time between Varna and Istanbul?

The average travel time between the stations is 08:15 hours.

Q: What is the ticket price for the journey from Varna to Istanbul?

The ticket prices begin from £28.

Q: How many daily departures are there from Varna to Istanbul?

The average number of daily departures is 12. However, we would advise you to look up specific dates you're interested in so that you make sure to check the number of departures on the travel date you are interested in the most.

Q: Are all the buses direct on the route from Varna to Istanbul?

The majority of the coaches are direct, and if there is a layover, you will see a notice on the website and there will be an icon indicating that there is a layover involved.

Q: What are the amenities available on the buses departing from Varna to Istanbul?

All the coaches have air conditioning, reclining seats, luggage storage and they make breaks along the way to ensure all the passengers get enough resting time and can make a toilet break.

Q: How can I travel from Varna to Istanbul by bus?

To travel from Varna to Istanbul by bus, choose your preferred departure time and book your ticket through our platform. Detailed routes and schedules are available.

Q: How can I find which buses operate between Varna and Istanbul?

Use our online ticket tool to find schedules, routes, and ticket prices for buses operating between your chosen stations.

Q: When do the first and last buses leave Varna?

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Q: Do I need to print my ticket for the journey from Varna to Istanbul?

No, you don't need to print your ticket. You can show your QR code to the bus driver, but ensure your phone battery is charged.

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Varna to Istanbul Route Overview

Varna to Istanbul bus is a popular way of travelling between Bulgaria and Turkey. We found up to 12 bus departures, including 8 night buses. The earliest bus departs from Varna at 07:30h, arriving at Istanbul at 14:00h the same day. While the latest bus departs at 21:30h, arriving at 06:55h the following day.

Departure station and country Varna, Bulgaria

Arrival station and country Istanbul, Turkey

Travel Distance 288 mi

Average Trip Duration 08h 15min

Total Departures 12

Popular Operators CityLines, Arda - Tur

Lowest Price £28

Transportation Options Coach

Popular Departures

Below you will find some of the most popular coach departures from Varna to Istanbul:

TimetableTODAY TOMORROW

Varna Coach Station

9h 0min

19:00Istanbul Esenler Otogari

M-TICKET ECOFRIENDLY

from 30.16 GBP

Best offer on 01. Apr

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Varna

6h 30min

14:00Istanbul

from 27.64 GBP

Best offer on 01. Apr

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Varna Central Bus Station

9h 40min

06:10Istanbul Esenler Otogari

M-TICKET ECOFRIENDLY

from 32.5 GBP

Best offer on 04. Apr

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Varna Coach Station

10h 0min

07:00Istanbul Esenler Otogari

M-TICKET ECOFRIENDLY

from 30.16 GBP

Best offer on 01. Apr

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Varna

7h 30min

04:00Istanbul

from 27.64 GBP

Best offer on 01. Apr

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Traveling by coach from Varna to Istanbul

The shortest travel distance between Varna and Istanbul is 288 mi. The fastest coach which departs at 07:30 has a travel time of 06:30h. The longest travel time on the route is 10:00h. Depending on the selected departure, the following amenities are available: air condition, wifi and restroom.

Overnight coaches

If you want to travel overnight and save money on accommodation or arrive in Istanbul earlier, there are 8 overnight coaches from Varna to Istanbul. The overnight coaches depart between 20:30 and 21:30 and arrive between 04:00 and 07:00 the following day. Below are the most popular night departures to Istanbul:

TimetableTODAY TOMORROW

Varna Central Bus Station

9h 40min

06:10Istanbul Esenler Otogari

M-TICKET ECOFRIENDLY

from 32.5 GBP

Best offer on 04. Apr

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Varna Coach Station

10h 0min

07:00Istanbul Esenler Otogari

M-TICKET ECOFRIENDLY

from 30.16 GBP

Best offer on 01. Apr

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Varna

7h 30min

04:00Istanbul

from 27.64 GBP

Best offer on 01. Apr

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Varna

9h 25min

06:55Istanbul

from 31.36 GBP

Best offer on 15. Apr

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Coach companies

There is a total of 3 bus companies operating the routes. These bus companies have not been rated yet by the clients. Here you can see the most popular bus companies operating this route and their overall rating.

CityLines

Arda - Tur

6.2

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Departure and arrival stations

Bus station in Varna has earned an average score of 6.6 from our passengers, while the station in Istanbul has not be rated yet. More information on both stations, including their location and popular routes can be found on the links below.

Varna6.6

You can see information about the departure station and stops Varna here.

Istanbul

You can see information about the arrival station and stops Istanbul here.

Cheapest ticket prices

Adult ticket: £28 (One-Way) or £56 (Return).

Trip reviews from Varna to Istanbul

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Other popular destinations from Varna

If you're wondering what other places you can visit when travelling from Varna, these are some of the most popular combinations that other clients have purchased their tickets for:

Varna to Mangalia

Varna to Athens

Varna to Bucharest

Varna to Golden Sands

Varna to Bucharest (Airport)

Varna to Sunny Beach

Varna to Sofia

Varna to Veliko Tarnovo

Varna to Stara Zagora

Other popular destinations from Istanbul

If you're looking for inspiration as to where to travel next once you've reached Istanbul, here is the list of the most popular travel combinations that our clients have previously purchased their tickets for:

Istanbul to Burgas

Istanbul to Bursa

Istanbul to Eskisehir

Istanbul to Athens

Istanbul to Alexandroupoli

Istanbul to Antalya

Istanbul to Thessaloniki

Istanbul to Bucharest

Istanbul to Zepce

Istanbul to Canakkale

Istanbul to Medjugorje

Istanbul to Sarajevo

Istanbul to Banja Luka

Varna to Istanbul Bus Summary

Route Overview	Key Info
Departure Station	Varna
Destination Station	Istanbul
Daily Departures	Over 12 bus departures , including more than 8 night buses.
Earliest Departures	07:30 AM
Latest Departure	09:30 PM
Travel Distance	288 mi
Travel Time	08:15

Frequently asked questions

What is the distance between Varna and Istanbul?

What is the average travel time between Varna and Istanbul?

What is the ticket price for the journey from Varna to Istanbul?

How many daily departures are there from Varna to Istanbul?

Are all the buses direct on the route from Varna to Istanbul?

What are the amenities available on the buses departing from Varna to Istanbul?

How can I travel from Varna to Istanbul by bus?

How can I find which buses operate between Varna and Istanbul?

When do the first and last buses leave Varna?

Do I need to print my ticket for the journey from Varna to Istanbul?

How much is a bus ticket from Varna to Istanbul?

How many direct buses are available from Varna to Istanbul?

Varna to Istanbul Bus: Find Cheap Coach Tickets

Varna to Istanbul Route Overview

Table of contents

Popular Departures

Traveling by coach from Varna to Istanbul

Overnight coaches

Coach companies

Departure and arrival stations

Cheapest ticket prices

Trip reviews from Varna to Istanbul

Other popular destinations from Varna

Other popular destinations from Istanbul

Varna to Istanbul Bus Summary

Frequently asked questions

Latest tickets bought

Latest blog posts

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