The cheapest and fastest coaches from Burgas to Istanbul
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
6 h 30 m
Average duration
6 h 30 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
206 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Burgas to Istanbul is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Burgas to Istanbul will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £23.
Of the 2 buses that leave Burgas for Istanbul every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 206 km distance in an average of 6 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
022:306h30Burgas, Avtogara Yug (Бургас, Автогара Юг)5:00Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)£231One-way0 changes
00:306h30Burgas, Avtogara Yug (Бургас, Автогара Юг)7:00Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)£301One-way0 changes
022:306h30Burgas, Avtogara Yug (Бургас, Автогара Юг)5:00Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)£231One-way0 changes
00:306h30Burgas, Avtogara Yug (Бургас, Автогара Юг)7:00Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)£301One-way0 changes
Live departures
Burgas to Istanbul bus times
The table below shows live departures for Burgas to Istanbul coaches for today, Tuesday 21 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 20:30 Burgas | 5h30 | 2:00 Istanbul | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 22 April | |||||
0 | 0:30 Burgas, Avtogara Yug (Бургас, Автогара Юг) | 6h30 | 7:00 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Burgas to Istanbul
Buses from Burgas to Istanbul run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 206 km distance in 4h 20m.
Distance 206 km |
Average bus duration 6h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 4h 20m |
First bus 0:30 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 84 days |
Bus providers: ArdaTur, City Lines, Union Ivkoni International, Infobus, FlixBus, Citylines, Metro Turizm from Burgas to IstanbulYou can travel by bus between Burgas to Istanbul with ArdaTur, City Lines, Union Ivkoni International, Infobus, FlixBus, Citylines, Metro Turizm for as low as £20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Burgas to Istanbul coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Burgas to Istanbul by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Istanbul, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- City Lines
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- ArdaTur
- Passengers with disabilities receive discounts and priority seating, and folding wheelchairs are transported free of charge with advance registration.
- Union Ivkoni International
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Service animals allowed.
- City Lines
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 20% fee.
- ArdaTur
- Cancellation policies vary by ticket class, individual trips, or promotions, with refunds ranging from 50% to 100% depending on the time before departure, and no refunds for cancellations less than 24 hours prior.
- Union Ivkoni International
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a full refund in the form of a travel credit.
- City Lines
- One carry-on bag up to 8kg (55x35x25) and one checked bag up to 25kg (70x50x30).
- ArdaTur
- One piece of hand luggage up to 15 kg and two pieces of checked luggage up to 35 kg each are included.
- Union Ivkoni International
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs and one checked bag up to 50 lbs.
- City Lines
- 10€ per additional bag up to 25 kg.
- ArdaTur
- Additional baggage or cargo is accepted for transport if there is free space and for a separate charge.
- Union Ivkoni International
- 10 USD per additional bag.
- City Lines
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Burgas and Istanbul
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Avtogara (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Local Delights (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 12, 15, 16 Train: Burgas Central Station
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Terminal (in the station)
- Kebab Express (0.2 km)
- Simit Sarayı (0.3 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Metro: M1A Bus: 83O, 91E, 97G
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