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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Istanbul Havaalani Airport (IST), Istanbul EU | Serdika | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Istanbul Havaalani Airport (IST), Istanbul EU | Serdika | No tags |
Get from Istanbul Havalimanı Airport to Sofia
The journey takes about 8 hours, and with fares starting at just $49, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Customers generally found the bus service satisfactory, with positive comments on comfort and wifi. However, some mentioned issues such as lack of strictness in breakstops and difficulties finding bus stations. Delays were also reported, impacting arrival times negatively. Noise disturbances during nighttime travel were noted as well.
Arda Tur Istanbul Europe Sofia recent customer reviews
The bus drivers seemed to not know where the bus station in Plovdiv was. After wandering around for a while they found it. We thought we would arrive at around 8pm but we didn't arrive till almost midnight.
Robert V.
The Bus didn't even came ,I had to take another bus , I was to late for the other bus I bocked to Germany , even there I had to Bock other Bus... So too much time and too much money, that how much it costed me
Osama A.
Service was super, crossing the boarder nearly impossible. In the night, it was very loud in the bus so that sleeping wasn't able.
Andreas F.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Istanbul Europe to Sofia by bus
How much does a bus ticket from Istanbul Havalimanı Airport to Sofia cost?
The bus ticket price from Istanbul Havalimanı Airport to Sofia starts at $49. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Istanbul Havalimanı Airport to Sofia is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Istanbul Havalimanı Airport to Sofia?
The average travel time between Istanbul Havalimanı Airport and Sofia is around , although the fastest bus will take about 7h.This is the time it takes to travel the 503 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Istanbul Havalimanı Airport and Sofia?
The number of buses from Istanbul Havalimanı Airport to Sofia can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 1 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Istanbul Havalimanı Airport to Sofia by comparing and selecting the bus that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Istanbul Havalimanı Airport to Sofia?
When taking the bus from Istanbul Havalimanı Airport to Sofia, you can travel comfortably and safely with Arda Tur.
