Cheapest price
$45
Average price
$45
Fastest journey
8 h 30 m
Average duration
9 h 13 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
495 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Istanbul is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Istanbul will cost around $45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $45.
Of the 2 buses that leave Sofia Airport (SOF) for Istanbul on Thu, Jul 10, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 10 the direct buses cover the 495 km distance in an average of 9 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 30 m .
On Thu, Jul 10 the slowest buses will take 9 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Istanbul among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €32. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €32, and a flight costs an average of €46.
Distance: 307 miles (495 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight |
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€32 Average price Cheapest | €71 Average price |
9h 23m Average total duration 8h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 1m Average total duration Fastest 2h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Distance 307 miles (495 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $40 (€32) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 8h 30m |
First bus 00:20 |
Last bus 19:20 |
You can travel by bus from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Istanbul with Eurolines Deutschland, Arda Tur and Infobus for as low as $32 (€26). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.
FlixBus is one of Europe's leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and offering long-distance bus services in Europe and the U. S. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe. Standard amenities on FlixBus include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long bus journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets. You can even purchase snacks and drinks onboard. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on luggage and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat.
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