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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: March 19 at
    Departure city: Varna
    Departure location: Varna Central Bus Station
    Arrival time: March 19 at
    Destination city: Istanbul Europe
    Destination location: Esenler Otogarı
    Operated by: VIP Arda TurVIP Arda Tur
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: March 19 at
    Departure city: Varna
    Departure location: Central Bus Station Varna
    Arrival time: March 19 at
    Destination city: Istanbul Europe
    Destination location: Esenler Otogar, Istanbul
    Operated by: Arda TurArda Tur
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: March 19 at
    Departure city: Varna
    Departure location: Varna Central Bus Station
    Arrival time: March 19 at
    Destination city: Istanbul Europe
    Destination location: Esenler Otogarı
    Operated by: VIP Arda TurVIP Arda Tur
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: March 19 at
    Departure city: Varna
    Departure location: Central Bus Station Varna
    Arrival time: March 19 at
    Destination city: Istanbul Europe
    Destination location: Esenler Otogar, Istanbul
    Operated by: Arda TurArda Tur
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: March 19 at
    Departure city: Varna
    Departure location: Central Bus Station Varna
    Arrival time: March 19 at
    Destination city: Istanbul Europe
    Destination location: Istanbul Esenler Otogari, Esenler Otogarı, İstanbul
    Operated by: InfobusInfobus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Varna to Istanbul Europe: Trip Overview

Average Ticket Price$57
Average Bus Trip Duration8h 30m
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure7:30am
Distance256 km
Latest bus departure9:00pm

Varna to Istanbul Buses

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Varna - Istanbul Europe

  1. How long is the trip from Varna to Istanbul Europe by bus?

    The typical travel time from Varna to Istanbul Europe by bus is around 8h 30m. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Istanbul Europe in about 5h 30m.

  2. What is the travel distance from Varna to Istanbul Europe?

    The distance between Varna and Istanbul Europe is around 260 km (161 miles).

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Varna to Istanbul Europe?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Central Bus Station Varna, in Varna, and end it at Esenler Otogarı, in Istanbul Europe.

  4. What is the cheapest way to go from Varna to Istanbul Europe?

    The least expensive option to go from Varna to Istanbul Europe would be going by bus. Starting at $46, this bus is the most cost-effective option for your journey.

  5. How much does the bus ticket cost from Varna to Istanbul Europe?

    The bus fare from Varna to Istanbul Europe is approximately $57.

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

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03-16
$46
03-17
$46
Today
$46
03-19
$46
03-20
$46
03-21
$46
03-22
$46
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$46
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To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Varna to Istanbul Europe, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $46 to $66 for a bus ticket from Varna to Istanbul Europe based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $46 which is on 2025-03-19.

Usually Citylines, CITL - MTOU 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Varna to Istanbul Europe.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Varna to Istanbul Europe, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Varna to Istanbul Europe.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Varna to Istanbul Europe, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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