Bus from Sofia to Istanbul Europe: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Sofia to Istanbul Europe on November 29
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Alpar TurizmBus
    Serdika
    Esenler OtogarıCheapestFastest
    InfobusBus
      Serdika
      Esenler OtogarıNo tags
      Arda TurBus
        Serdika
        Esenler Otogar, IstanbulNo tags
        Metro BulgariaBus
          Serdika
          Esenler OtogarıNo tags
          HunturBus
            Serdika
            Esenler OtogarıNo tags

            Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:46 AM EET.

            Get from Sofia to Istanbul Europe

            This route is served by bus only

            The journey takes about 8 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $51, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            10bus per day
            8h 5mAverage Duration
            498 kmDistance
            12kgCO₂ emissions

            Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sofia to Istanbul Europe by bus

            Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

            1. How much is the bus ticket from Sofia to Istanbul Europe?

              The cheapest bus tickets from Sofia to Istanbul Europe start from $51. The average price for this route is around $61. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

            2. How long is the bus ride from Sofia to Istanbul Europe?

              The average bus travel time from Sofia to Istanbul Europe is 8h 5m, covering a distance of 498 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h and is operated by Alpar Turizm.

            3. Which bus companies service the Sofia to Istanbul Europe route?

              Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Arda Tur, Infobus, FlixBus, Metro Bulgaria, Huntur, Alpar Turizm, Panorama Trans, VIP Arda Tur.

            4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Sofia to Istanbul Europe?

              The earliest bus departs from Sofia to Istanbul Europe at 9:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

            5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sofia to Istanbul Europe?

              A bus trip from Sofia to Istanbul Europe generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

            6. What is the best bus company from Sofia to Istanbul Europe?

              According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Infobus, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 490 reviews.

            7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Sofia to Istanbul Europe?

              Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Infobus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

            8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Sofia to Istanbul Europe?

              According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Panorama Trans, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

            9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Sofia to Istanbul Europe?

              According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Panorama Trans, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

            Find cheapest prices for buses

            Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

            Best price found
            11-27
            $52
            11-28
            $52
            Today
            $51
            11-30
            $52
            12-01
            $51
            12-02
            $52
            12-03
            $52
            12-04
            $51
            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Sofia to Istanbul Europe was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $51

            To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Sofia to Istanbul Europe, as early as possible.

            You can expect to pay from $51 to $73 for a bus ticket from Sofia to Istanbul Europe based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $51 which is on 2025-12-01.

            Usually Infobus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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