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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Esenler Otogarı | Serdika | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Esenler Otogar, Istanbul | Sofia SOF Airport | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Istanbul Büyük Otogari | Serdika | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Esenler Otogar, Istanbul | Serdika | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Esenler Otogarı | Central Bus Station | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Esenler Otogarı | Serdika | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Esenler Otogarı | Serdika | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Istanbul Büyük Otogari | Serdika | No tags |
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Get from Istanbul Europe to Sofia
The journey takes about 9 hours, and with fares starting at just R 537, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Istanbul Europe and Sofia
Stops in Istanbul Europe
- A
İstanbul
Altıntepsi, O-3, 34220 , Esenler/İstanbul, , Turkey - B
Esenler Otogarı
Esenler Otogarı, 34035 Bayrampaşa / İstanbul, Turkey - C
Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı
Güzeltepe, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı İstanbul, Türkiye, 34060 Eyüp, Turkey - D
Büyükçekmece
Fatih Mahallesi, Rıza Küçükoğlupaşa Cd., 34500 Büyükçekmece/İstanbul, Turkey - E
Avcılar
Avcılar Belediyesi Cihangir Mahallesi Yolcu Aktarma İstasyonu, 34310 Avcılar/İstanbul - F
Kağıthane
Kağıthane Otobüs Kalkış Noktası, Hasdal Cd. No: 50/B, Kağıthane/Istanbul, Turkey
Stops in Sofia
- A
Serdika
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 108, 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria - B
Central Bus Station
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria - D
Central Bus Station - Sofia
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria - E
Knyaginya Maria Luiza
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 65, 1202 Sofia Center, Sofia, Bulgaria - F
Lukoil
E80 9086, 1331 Sofia, Bulgaria
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Istanbul Europe to Sofia by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Istanbul Europe to Sofia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Istanbul Europe to Sofia start at R 537. The average price for this route is around R 749. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Istanbul Europe to Sofia?
The average bus journey time from Istanbul Europe to Sofia is 9h, covering a distance of 498 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 7h 35m and is operated by Arda Tur.
Which bus companies service the Istanbul Europe to Sofia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from Metro Turizm, Arda Tur, Metro Bulgaria, FlixBus, Huntur, Alpar Turizm, Panorama Trans, Infobus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Istanbul Europe to Sofia?
The earliest bus departs from Istanbul Europe to Sofia at 09:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Istanbul Europe to Sofia?
A bus trip from Istanbul Europe to Sofia produces an estimated 12.43925 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Istanbul Europe to Sofia?
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 497 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Istanbul Europe to Sofia?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Infobus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Istanbul Europe to Sofia?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Istanbul Europe to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Metro Bulgaria, 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.
The cheapest trip from Istanbul Europe to Sofia was searched and found on 24 Aug 2026 with a price of R 493To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Istanbul Europe to Sofia as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 493 to R 968 for a bus ticket from Istanbul Europe to Sofia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 493, which is on 2026-08-24.
Usually Citylines LTD 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.
