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Istanbul to Burgas Bus Schedule

Bus from Istanbul to Burgas: Journey Information

There is one daily bus from Istanbul to Burgas. Traveling by bus from Istanbul to Burgas usually takes around 7 hours and 16 minutes, but the fastest Citylines bus can make the trip in 7 hours,

Distance130 mi (209 km)
Shortest duration7h 0m
Cheapest price€35.74
Trips per day1
Most frequent serviceCitylines
Bus lines1

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What bus companies travel from Istanbul to Burgas?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Istanbul to Burgas. Citylines is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Citylines17h 17m€36.12
  • Citylines, a prominent Bulgarian bus company based in Sofia, offers an extensive network of routes connecting cities within Bulgaria and beyond, operating numerous daily trips. The company's services extend to countries such as Greece, Turkey, Montenegro, and Germany, providing convenient travel options for passengers. One of Citylines' popular routes is the 12-hour journey from Sofia to Athens, which runs twice daily, and passengers can enjoy amenities such as air conditioning, onboard restrooms, and Wi-Fi connectivity for a comfortable and convenient travel experience.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Istanbul to Burgas

The bus takes an average of 7 hours and 16 minutes to cover the 130 miles from Istanbul to Burgas. However, the fastest bus only takes 7 hours. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus to enjoy the weekend in Burgas. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Friday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go.

There is usually only one bus per day from Istanbul to Burgas. It leaves the station in Istanbul at 7:00pm each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.

There is usually only one bus per day from Istanbul to Burgas. Fortunately, this happens to be a direct bus, meaning that you do not have to get on a different bus at any point during your trip.

City Information

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Istanbul?

Main departure station: Esenler Otogarı Otoparkı

Most buses depart from the main station in Istanbul.

All bus stations in Istanbul:

  • Esenler Otogarı Otoparkı

Where does the bus arrive in Burgas?

Main arrival station: Avtogara Yug

All buses from Istanbul arrive at one main station in Burgas.

All bus stations in Burgas:

  • Avtogara Yug

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