Ruse to Istanbul bus with City Lines

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Ruse to Istanbul

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£38

Average price

£38

Fastest journey

12 h

Average duration

12 h

Buses per day

1

Distance

400 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Ruse to Istanbul will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £38.

Fast coaches

Of the 1 buses that leave Ruse for Istanbul 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 400 km distance in an average of 12 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h .

The slowest buses will take 12 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
15:0012h00
Ruse
03:00Istanbul
£381One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and flight for Ruse to Istanbul

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Ruse to Istanbul among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £38. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £38, and a flight costs an average of £50.

Distance: 400 km

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Flight

£38

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Cheapest

£158

Average Price

12h 20m

Average total duration

11h 50m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 18m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 18m

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3h 0m

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Live departures

Ruse to Istanbul bus times

Showing buses for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 00:20
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
citl15:00 Ruse
12h30
03:30 Istanbul0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Ruse to Istanbul

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Buses from Ruse to Istanbul run on average 2 times per day, taking around 11h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £38 if you book in advance.
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
400 km
Average bus duration
11h 50m
Cheapest ticket price
£38
Buses per day
2
Direct buses
2
Fastest bus
13h 0m
First bus
01:05
Last bus
19:30
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, Infobus, FlixBus, Citylines, Huntur from Ruse to IstanbulYou can travel by bus between Ruse to Istanbul with City Lines, Infobus, FlixBus, Citylines, Huntur for as low as £38. 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
12h 0m
Cheapest Price
£38
City Lines frequency
2 a day
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.

Infobus

About
Infobus is an international IT company that operates as an online service for finding and purchasing bus, train, and plane tickets, rather than being a bus company itself. Established in 2002, Infobus acts as an intermediary between passengers and various transport carriers, particularly helping smaller bus companies offer online booking services. They utilize their own \BusSystem\" to manage routes and ticket sales globally. Infobus covers over 30 countries and 300 cities, offering a wide range of routes and daily departures. While amenities can vary by carrier, Infobus aims to provide affordable and convenient travel with features like online booking, 24/7 support, and prompt notifications."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
10h 0m
Cheapest Price
£63
Infobus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; may require prior reservation and an additional fee.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets may require a separate ticket.

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

Citylines

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
13h 0m
Cheapest Price
£22
Citylines frequency
1 a day

Huntur

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
12h 0m
Cheapest Price
£31
Huntur frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Ruse to Istanbul coach

FAQs: Take the bus from Ruse to Istanbul with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Ruse to Istanbul.
FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Ruse to Istanbul can start from as little as £38 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Ruse to Istanbul is £38; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time to Istanbul from Ruse is on average 12 h 30 min   for the 247 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go between Ruse and Istanbul by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Ruse to Istanbul leaves at 10: 00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Ruse to Istanbul leaves at 16: 00.
For the trip from Ruse to Istanbul you can take a coach with City Lines or FlixBus. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services to Istanbul from Ruse on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

When departing from Ruse, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Ruse, Avtogara (Русе, Автогара), Ruse, Avtogara Iztok (Русе, Автогара Изток) and Русе (Ruse), bul. Tsar Osvoboditel. When arriving in Istanbul, you can end your route in coach stations like Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler), İstanbul, Havalimanı (Tayakadın Terminal Cad. No: 1) and Istanbul, Esenler Otogarı (Metro Bulgaria).

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Ruse, Avtogara (Русе, Автогара), which is located around 2.4 miles (3.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler), located 4.8 miles (7.8 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month to travel from Ruse to Istanbul by coach is July.
You have options as you can travel between Ruse and Istanbul 2 different ways: coach or flight.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Ruse and Istanbul

Ruse
Istanbul
The major coach station for departures in Ruse is Ruse, Avtogara (Русе, Автогара). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Ruse, Avtogara (Русе, Автогара) for your trip from Ruse to Istanbul.
Ruse, Avtogara (Русе, Автогара)
Ruse (Русе)
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