Compare current bus options from Sofia to Istanbul.
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Compare bus options from Sofia to Istanbul with live booking links, departure and arrival points, route map, weather context and city-center notes.
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Typical fastest published journey time for this city pair.
Direct service availability can change by date and operator.
Main arrival points around Istanbul.
Today 16ยฐ / 30ยฐ, rain 0%, wind 4 km/h
Today 22ยฐ / 29ยฐ, rain 0%, wind 27 km/h
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| Transport option | Typical time | Typical cost | Frequency | Distance | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Local transit to city center | 5-20 min | city fare | check local timetable | - | budget connection |
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Taxi to city center
Transfer partners
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5-20 min | varies | on-demand | - | luggage |
| Name | Carrier code | IATA code | Passport needed during booking | Weekly direct services |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | - | - | Depends on route | - |
| GetByBus | - | - | Depends on route | - |
| Centrotrans | - | - | Depends on route | - |
| Union Ivkoni | - | - | Depends on route | - |
Route notes
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