Veliko Tarnovo to Istanbul bus with City Lines

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Veliko Tarnovo to Istanbul

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£76

Average price

£76

Fastest journey

8 h 30 m

Average duration

8 h 30 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

358 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Veliko Tarnovo to Istanbul will cost around £76 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £76.

Fast coaches

Of the 1 buses that leave Veliko Tarnovo 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 358 km distance in an average of 8 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 30 m .

The slowest buses will take 8 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.

Luks Istanbul
03:308h30
Veliko Tarnovo
12:00Istanbul
£761One-way
0 changes

Live departures

Veliko Tarnovo to Istanbul bus times

Showing buses for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 05:24
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
citl17:30 Veliko Tarnovo
10h00
03:30 Istanbul0 changesdirect
Thursday 6 November
Luks Istanbul03:30 Veliko Tarnovo
8h30
12:00 Istanbul0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Veliko Tarnovo to Istanbul

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Buses from Veliko Tarnovo to Istanbul run on average 1 times per day, taking around 9h 37m. 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
358 km
Average bus duration
9h 37m
Cheapest ticket price
£38
Buses per day
1
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
9h 55m
First bus
02:05
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, Infobus, Huntur, Luks Istanbul, ETAP Group from Veliko Tarnovo to IstanbulYou can travel by bus between Veliko Tarnovo to Istanbul with City Lines, Infobus, Huntur, Luks Istanbul, ETAP Group 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
10h 0m
Cheapest Price
£38
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.

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
8h 30m
Cheapest Price
£53
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.

Huntur

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
10h 0m
Cheapest Price
£31
Huntur frequency
1 a day

Luks Istanbul

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 30m
Cheapest Price
£76
Luks Istanbul frequency
1 a day

ETAP Group

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
10h 10m
ETAP Group frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Veliko Tarnovo to Istanbul coach

FAQs: Take the bus from Veliko Tarnovo 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 Veliko Tarnovo to Istanbul.
FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Veliko Tarnovo to Istanbul can start from as little as £38 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Veliko Tarnovo to Istanbul is £48; 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 Veliko Tarnovo to Istanbul is 8 h 30 min   to travel the 221 mile long journey, with around there is 1 coach per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Veliko Tarnovo to Istanbul leaves at 03: 30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Veliko Tarnovo to Istanbul leaves at 20: 30.
Yes, there is 1 direct coach a day from Veliko Tarnovo to Istanbul with Infobus, Huntur or Luks Istanbul. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
For the best Veliko Tarnovo to Istanbul coach to purchase, you can travel safely and comfortably with City Lines, Infobus, Huntur, ETAP Group or Luks Istanbul. However, it's always good to check all possible coach companies with services between Veliko Tarnovo and Istanbul to compare what amenities they may offer.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Veliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг), which is located around 0.7 miles (1.2 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 Veliko Tarnovo to Istanbul by coach is December.
Yes, you can take a coach from Veliko Tarnovo to Istanbul.
No, the coach from Veliko Tarnovo to Istanbul has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Veliko Tarnovo to Istanbul.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Veliko Tarnovo to Istanbul.

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  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Veliko Tarnovo to Istanbul.
    No, luggage for the coach from Veliko Tarnovo to Istanbul needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Veliko Tarnovo to Istanbul.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Veliko Tarnovo to Istanbul.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Veliko Tarnovo to Istanbul.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Veliko Tarnovo to Istanbul.

    popular bus stations

    Important Stations and Airports in Veliko Tarnovo and Istanbul

    Veliko Tarnovo
    Istanbul
    The major coach station for departures in Veliko Tarnovo is Veliko Tarnovo (Велико-Тирново). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Veliko Tarnovo (Велико-Тирново) for your trip from Veliko Tarnovo to Istanbul.
    Veliko Tarnovo (Велико-Тирново)
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    Veliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг)
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