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What are the most popular routes to Turkey?

Istanbul Europe - SofiaAverage price$44Average duration10hDaily departures11
Istanbul Europe - ThessalonikiAverage price$57Average duration10hDaily departures5
Antalya - Istanbul EuropeAverage price$26Average duration12h 41mDaily departures41
Istanbul Europe - GöremeAverage price$26Average duration11h 25mDaily departures31
Istanbul Europe - BurgasAverage price$41Average duration7hDaily departures5
Istanbul Europe - IzmirAverage price$26Average duration7h 30mDaily departures133
Istanbul Europe - AnkaraAverage price$18Average duration6h 45mDaily departures116
Antalya - Istanbul AsiaAverage price$26Average duration11h 26mDaily departures19
Ankara - Istanbul EuropeAverage price$18Average duration6h 45mDaily departures116
Istanbul Europe - AntalyaAverage price$26Average duration13h 10mDaily departures49

What popular bus companies operate in Turkey?

  • FlixBus
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
  • Greyhound
  • ALSA
  • Amtrak
  • BlaBlaCar

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Frequently asked questions about traveling in Turkey

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much does a bus ticket cost in Turkey?

    Bus travel in Turkey is one of the most affordable ways to get around. Prices vary depending on distance and route: Short trips between nearby cities are usually budget-friendly. In the last 12 months, the average ticket price for domestic routes was $21. Long-distance journeys connecting major hubs are more expensive but still offer great value. International routes to neighboring countries are higher priced but often cheaper than flights.
    Example fares in Turkey:
    Istanbul Europe ↔ Sofia (average: $44)
    Istanbul Europe ↔ Thessaloniki (average: $57)
    Antalya ↔ Istanbul Europe (average: $26)

  2. What is the best way to travel around Turkey?

    While you can choose between different transports, Buses and Shuttles are usually the most convenient and cost-effective way to explore Turkey:
    - Bus: 16869 routes
    - Van: 1468 routes

  3. How do I book bus and train tickets in Turkey?

    Booking a bus or train ticket is simple and flexible: Online with Busbud, you can compare schedules and operators, reserve your seat in advance and pay securely by selecting your preferred method and currency. You can also download our App: Get it on Google Play, Download on the App Store.

  4. Do I need cash, or can I pay by card in Turkey?

    When buying Bus or Train tickets in Turkey with Busbud we accept the following payment methods:
    Currency: Turkish Lira (TRY) is the main currency.

  5. How do I travel from Istanbul Europe to Sofia by bus?

    The bus is the most popular way to travel from Istanbul Europe to Sofia
    Travel time: 10h
    Ticket prices: From $44
    Frequency: 11 departures daily
    Recommended operators: FlixBus, LIKEBUS, Yazıcıoğlu Turizm, Lüks Muradoğlu, Cebel Turizm, Balıkesir Uludağ, Lüks Artvin Seyahat, Kontur Turizm, Metro Turizm, 3G BUS

  6. How do I get from Turkey to neighbouring countries by bus or train?

    The buses connecting with major cities in neighbouring countries are:
    Istanbul Europe ↔ Sofia, Bulgaria
    Istanbul Europe ↔ Thessaloniki, Greece
    Istanbul Europe ↔ Burgas, Bulgaria

  7. What are the most popular airports in Turkey?

    You can find trains and bus routes to and from some major airports. For example: Istanbul Havalimanı Airport , Sabiha Gökçen Airport, Antalya Airport, Kayseri Airport, Dalaman Airport

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