Sunny Beach to Istanbul bus with ArdaTur

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Sunny Beach to Istanbul

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£30

Average price

£33

Fastest journey

6 h 5 m

Average duration

6 h 42 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

213 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Sunny Beach to Istanbul will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £30.

Fast coaches

Of the 3 buses that leave Sunny Beach for Istanbul every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 213 km distance in an average of 6 h 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 5 m .

The slowest buses will take 7 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.

Ardatur6195859
09:307h00
Слънчев бряг (Slanchev Bryag)
17:30Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)
£301One-way
0 changes
Ardatur0
21:556h05
Слънчев бряг (Slanchev Bryag)
05:00Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)
£301One-way
0 changes
Ardatur6215880
06:307h00
Слънчев бряг (Slanchev Bryag)
14:30Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)
£381One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and flight for Sunny Beach to Istanbul

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Sunny Beach to Istanbul among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, and a flight costs an average of £141.

Distance: 213 km

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Flight

£27

Average Price

Cheapest

£268

Average Price

8h 27m

Average total duration

7h 57m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 5m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 5m

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3h 0m

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ArdaTur

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Live departures

Sunny Beach to Istanbul bus times

Showing buses for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 03:35
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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infobus_ardatur621559104:30 Слънчев бряг (Slanchev Bryag)
7h00
11:30 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)0 changesdirect
infobus_ardatur610725507:30 Слънчев бряг (Slanchev Bryag)
7h00
14:30 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)0 changesdirect
infobus_ardatur621290019:55 Слънчев бряг (Slanchev Bryag)
6h05
02:00 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Sunny Beach to Istanbul

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Buses from Sunny Beach to Istanbul run on average 1 times per day, taking around 7h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £24 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
213 km
Average bus duration
7h 57m
Cheapest ticket price
£24
Buses per day
1
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
5h 5m
First bus
06:30
Last bus
22:30
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: ArdaTur, Infobus, City Lines, Metro Turizm from Sunny Beach to IstanbulYou can travel by bus between Sunny Beach to Istanbul with ArdaTur, Infobus, City Lines, Metro Turizm for as low as £24. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

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
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.

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
8h 0m
Cheapest Price
£33
City Lines frequency
1 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.

ArdaTur

About
ArdaTur is a bus company based in Haskovo, Bulgaria, established in 1991. It offers extensive bus services across seven countries, including Bulgaria, Greece, Turkey, Austria, the Czech Republic, Hungary, and Germany. ArdaTur operates over 233 daily departures, primarily from major cities like Istanbul, Sofia, and Thessaloniki, providing both intercity and regional routes. The company emphasizes passenger comfort with amenities such as Wi-Fi, restrooms, individual monitors, and complimentary food and drinks on international lines. ArdaTur maintains a modern fleet of over 80 luxury buses and has its own garage and service facility to ensure vehicle reliability and safety.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 15m
Cheapest Price
£13
ArdaTur frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage up to 15 kg and two pieces of checked luggage up to 35 kg each are included.
Additional luggage
Additional baggage or cargo is accepted for transport if there is free space and for a separate charge.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Refund
If the trip is delayed through the fault of the carrier, 100% of the ticket value and compensation for direct costs to the place of departure will be refunded with supporting documents.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are possible when buying a ticket or at Arda Tur offices up to 24 hours before departure during weak periods and 72 hours during busy periods.
Toilets
Accessibility
Passengers with disabilities receive discounts and priority seating, and folding wheelchairs are transported free of charge with advance registration.
Bikes
Only foldable bikes are allowed.

Metro Turizm

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 20m
Cheapest Price
£11
Metro Turizm frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Sunny Beach to Istanbul coach

FAQs: Take the bus from Sunny Beach 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 Sunny Beach to Istanbul.
FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Sunny Beach to Istanbul can start from as little as £24 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Sunny Beach to Istanbul is £24; 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 Sunny Beach to Istanbul is 8 h   to travel the 132 mile long journey, with around there are 2 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Sunny Beach to Istanbul leaves at 06: 30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Sunny Beach to Istanbul leaves at 22: 30.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Sunny Beach to Istanbul without having to change trains with Arda Tur or Metro Turizm. There are 2 direct coaches from Sunny Beach to Istanbul each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Take the Sunny Beach to Istanbul coach with Arda Tur, Infobus, City Lines or Metro Turizm. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the route to Istanbul from Sunny Beach as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
The cheapest month for a coach from Sunny Beach to Istanbul is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Istanbul from Sunny Beach including taking a coach or flight.
No, the coach from Sunny Beach to Istanbul has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Sunny Beach to Istanbul.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Sunny Beach to Istanbul.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Sunny Beach to Istanbul.
    No, luggage for the coach from Sunny Beach to Istanbul needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Sunny Beach to Istanbul.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Sunny Beach to Istanbul.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Sunny Beach to Istanbul.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Sunny Beach to Istanbul.

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    Important Stations and Airports in Sunny Beach and Istanbul

    Sunny Beach
    Istanbul
    The major coach station for departures in Sunny Beach is Слънчев бряг (Slunchev Briag), Avtogara. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Слънчев бряг (Slunchev Briag), Avtogara for your trip from Sunny Beach to Istanbul.
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    Ticket Office Hours
    • 06:00-22:00
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • Cafeteria Avtogara (in the station)
    • Bistro Bulgaria (0.2 km)
    • Fast Food Express (0.3 km).
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the main entrance.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Ramps
    WC
    WC
    • Available in the station.
    Public transport options for Слънчев бряг (Slunchev Briag), Avtogara
    • Bus: 10, 20, 30
    Слънчев бряг (Slanchev Bryag)
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