Istanbul to Sofia by train
Travelling from Istanbul to Sofia by train takes about 14h 46m, run by TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş., Bulgarian State Railways. A quicker option we found is flight, at 1h 15m. The train is still the cheapest.
A closer look at the Train journey
What follows describes one observed route. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.
- Observed fare
- €69
- Total journey
- 14h 46m
- Change
- 1 transfer
- Operator
- TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş., Bulgarian State Railways
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The journey, step by step
- 1Istanbul to Plovdiv
TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş.11h 25mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Change at Plovdiv - 2Plovdiv to SofiaBulgarian State Railways2h 53m
The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Train facts for this route
These come from the timetables and station records we hold for the train only. A line we cannot back with data is left out.
- Good to know
- No direct train on this route. You change at Plovdiv.
Before you travel
Which station?
The departure and arrival stations are not in this observation. Check them with your ticket provider.
Plan the change
The connection time is not stated for this route. Check the provider's rules on connections when you plan the trip.
Baggage and ticket conditions
Baggage allowance and ticket conditions depend on the provider you choose and the fare type. This record holds neither, so check the change and cancellation terms before you buy.
Accessibility
Accessibility services and facilities are not in this record. Contact the operator before travelling for current information.
Other ways to travel
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €52Checked Oct 6 | 1h 20mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €27Older observation | 7h 55mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€52Checked Oct 61h 20m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€27Older observation7h 55m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
- Bus· 8h€28Book
Omio last refreshed these on Wed, Oct 7
Istanbul to Sofia by train: common questions
How long does Istanbul to Sofia take by train?
About 14h 46m, 1 transfer.
How much is a train ticket from Istanbul to Sofia?
The best price in our latest check was €69. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the train from Istanbul to Sofia?
TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş., Bulgarian State Railways. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the train or the flight better?
The flight is faster at 1h 15m. The train wins on price.
Where else this route goes
Route guides
- Istanbul Sofia train
- Istanbul to Sofia by train
- train ticket Istanbul to Sofia
- how long is the train from Istanbul to Sofia