The cheapest and fastest buses from Burgas to Istanbul
Cheapest price
€25
Average price
€29
Fastest journey
5 h 30 m
Average duration
5 h 45 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
206 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Burgas to Istanbul is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Burgas to Istanbul will cost around €29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €25.
Of the 2 buses that leave Burgas for Istanbul on Fri, Mar 13, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Mar 13 the direct buses cover the 206 km distance in an average of 5 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 30 m .
On Fri, Mar 13 the slowest buses will take 6 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.
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Burgas to Istanbul bus times
The table below shows live departures for Burgas to Istanbul buses for today, Thursday, March 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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0 | 10:30 PM Burgas, Avtogara Yug (Бургас, Автогара Юг) | 5h30 | 4:00 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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0 | 8:30 AM Burgas, Avtogara Yug (Бургас, Автогара Юг) | 6h00 | 2:30 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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 €22 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 206 km distance in 4h 20m.
Distance 206 km |
Average bus duration 6h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price €22 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 4h 20m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: ArdaTur, City Lines, Ourbus, Infobus, FlixBus, Citylines, Metro Turizm from Burgas to IstanbulYou can travel by bus between Burgas to Istanbul with ArdaTur, City Lines, Ourbus, Infobus, FlixBus, Citylines, Metro Turizm for as low as €22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Burgas to Istanbul
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Burgas to Istanbul by bus. 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 bus, 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.
- Ourbus
- 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.
- Ourbus
- 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.
- Ourbus
- 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.
- Ourbus
- 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
Popular bus stations from Burgas to 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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