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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Ruse Tsar Osvoboditel | Esenler Otogarı | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Ruse Tsar Osvoboditel, Tsar Osvoboditel 156, Ruse | Esenler Otogarı | Fastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:27 PM EET.
Get from Ruse to Istanbul Europe
The journey takes about 11 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $53, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Ruse and Istanbul Europe?
Stops in Ruse
- Abul. "Tsar Osvoboditel" 156, 7012 Ruse, Bulgaria
- B
Petko D. Petkov
Русе, к-с Евас 7, вх. Б ет. 3, 7000 Ruse Center, Ruse, Bulgaria
Stops in Istanbul Europe
- AEsenler Otogarı, 34035 Bayrampaşa / İstanbul, Turkey
- BGüzeltepe, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı İstanbul, Türkiye, 34060 Eyüp, Turkey
- C
İstanbul
Altıntepsi, O-3, 34220 , Esenler/İstanbul, , Turkey - DFatih Mahallesi, Rıza Küçükoğlupaşa Cd., 34500 Büyükçekmece/İstanbul, Turkey
- E
Atakent
Atakent Mahallesi, Kamelya Sk. No:59, 34307 Küçükçekmece/İstanbul, Turkey - F
Harem
Üsküdar Harem Sahil Yolu, 34668 Üsküdar/Harem/İstanbul, , Turkey
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Ruse to Istanbul Europe by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Ruse to Istanbul Europe?
The cheapest bus tickets from Ruse to Istanbul Europe start from $53. The average price for this route is around $54. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Ruse to Istanbul Europe?
The average bus trip duration from Ruse to Istanbul Europe is 11h 30m, covering a distance of 244 miles (394 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 30m and is operated by Huntur.
Which bus companies service the Ruse to Istanbul Europe route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Huntur, Infobus, Metro Bulgaria.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Ruse to Istanbul Europe?
The earliest bus departs from Ruse to Istanbul Europe at 1:00pm. And the latest bus departs at 6:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ruse to Istanbul Europe?
A bus trip from Ruse to Istanbul Europe generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Ruse to Istanbul Europe?
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 491 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Ruse to Istanbul Europe?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Infobus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Ruse to Istanbul Europe?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Infobus, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Ruse to Istanbul Europe?
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 Ruse to Istanbul Europe was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $49To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Ruse to Istanbul Europe, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $49 to $55 for a bus ticket from Ruse to Istanbul Europe based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $50 which is on 2025-12-13.
Usually Infobus 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.
