Istanbul to Targovishte bus with City Lines

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Istanbul to Targovishte

Showing times and prices for 01 Feb

Cheapest price

£37

Average price

£37

Fastest journey

9 h

Average duration

9 h

Buses per day

1

Distance

317 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Istanbul to Targovishte is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Istanbul to Targovishte will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £37.

Fast coaches

Of the 1 buses that leave Istanbul for Targovishte every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 317 km distance in an average of 9 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h .

The slowest buses will take 9 h 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.

City Lines
14:309h00
Istanbul
23:30Targovishte
£371One-way
0 changes

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Compare coach and flight for Istanbul to Targovishte

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Istanbul to Targovishte among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £37, and a flight costs an average of £49.

Distance: 317 km

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Flight

£37

Average Price

Cheapest

£93

Average Price

9h 38m

Average total duration

9h 8m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 23m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 23m

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3h 0m

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Live departures

Istanbul to Targovishte bus times

The table below shows live departures for Istanbul to Targovishte coaches for today, Saturday 31 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 13:13
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Citylines17:30 Istanbul
9h00
02:30 Targovishte Bus And Coach Station0 changesdirect
Citylines19:30 Istanbul
9h45
05:15 Targovishte Bus Station Nikola Marinov0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Istanbul to Targovishte

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Buses from Istanbul to Targovishte run on average 1 times per day, taking around 9h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £37 if you book in advance.

There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 16:00, the last at 20:30. The fastest coach covers the 317 km distance in 9h 0m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
317 km
Average bus duration
9h 8m
Cheapest ticket price
£37
Buses per day
1
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
9h 0m
First bus
16:00
Last bus
20:30
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: City Lines, Citylines from Istanbul to TargovishteYou can travel by bus between Istanbul to Targovishte with City Lines, Citylines for as low as £37. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

City Lines

About
\City Lines\" can refer to several different bus companies. One prominent example is Citylines, a leading Bulgarian bus company headquartered in Sofia. It operates an extensive network of 44 routes, connecting 22 cities across Bulgaria and serving 9 European nations with an average of 19 trips daily. Citylines coaches offer amenities such as air conditioning, onboard restrooms, and Wi-Fi connectivity. Another is Rochester City Lines, a family-owned and operated charter bus company in Minnesota, United States, providing services for college, corporate, event, religious, school, and workforce transportation. They offer a fleet including motorcoaches, minibuses, and executive vans. Historically, National City Lines, Inc. (NCL) was a significant public transportation holding company in the United States, founded in 1920. NCL acquired numerous local transit systems, often converting streetcar lines to bus operations, a practice sometimes referred to as \"bustitution.\" Additionally, \"City Line\" is also the name of a bus rapid transit (BRT) line in Spokane, Washington, operated by the Spokane Transit Authority. This 6-mile route, which opened in 2023, utilizes modern, zero-emission battery-electric buses and connects key areas including downtown Spokane and the University District."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
9h 0m
Cheapest Price
£37
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 8kg (55x35x25) and one checked bag up to 25kg (70x50x30).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag up to 25 kg.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 20% fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible restrooms.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; must be booked in advance.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.

Citylines

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
9h 0m
Cheapest Price
£27
Citylines frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Istanbul to Targovishte coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Istanbul to Targovishte 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 Targovishte, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Istanbul to Targovishte can start from as little as £37 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Istanbul to Targovishte is £37; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Istanbul to Targovishte is 9h 0m to travel the 317 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Istanbul to Targovishte leaves at 16:00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Istanbul to Targovishte leaves at 20:30.
Yes, there are 1 direct coaches a day from Istanbul to Targovishte with Citylines. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Istanbul to Targovishte, you can count on City Lines, Citylines for the best way to get you to Targovishte. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Istanbul and Targovishte and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Targovishte from Istanbul is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 9h 0m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Istanbul to Targovishte is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Istanbul and Targovishte including taking a coach and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Istanbul to Targovishte:
  • City Lines
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible restrooms.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Istanbul to Targovishte for coach company City Lines.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company City Lines.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Istanbul to Targovishte depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Istanbul to Targovishte.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Istanbul to Targovishte:
  • City Lines
    • One carry-on bag up to 8kg (55x35x25) and one checked bag up to 25kg (70x50x30).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Istanbul to Targovishte:
  • City Lines
    • 10€ per additional bag up to 25 kg.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Istanbul to Targovishte. The following conditions apply:
  • City Lines
    • Small pets allowed in carriers
    • larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Istanbul to Targovishte with the following coach company: City Lines
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Istanbul to Targovishte with the following coach company: City Lines.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Istanbul to Targovishte with the following coach company: City Lines.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Istanbul and Targovishte

Istanbul
Targovishte
The major coach station for departures in Istanbul is Istanbul, Esenler Otogarı (Metro Bulgaria). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Istanbul, Esenler Otogarı (Metro Bulgaria) for your trip from Istanbul to Targovishte.
Istanbul, Esenler Otogarı (Metro Bulgaria)
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Amenities at bus station
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ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
address
Address
Istanbul Buyuk Otogari, Esenler, Istanbul, Turkey
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
5 km
carConnection
Car connection
O-3 Otoyolu
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Cafeteria Terminal (in the station)
  • Kebab Express (0.2 km)
  • Simit Sarayı (0.3 km).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler)
  • Metro: M1A Bus: 83O, 91E, 97G

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