Bus Istanbul to Sofia Airport (SOF): Find cheap tickets

Compare all timetables for the shuttles from Istanbul to Sofia Airport

Here is a selection of the cheapest shuttle trips from the schedule from Istanbul to Sofia Airport from various bus operators like Arda Tur for the next days.

today

$35

tomorrow

$35

Friday

$35

Saturday

$35

Sunday

$35

Monday

$35

Tuesday

$35

Cheapest bus trips today
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Arda Tur	7h 50m	11:30 PM	Istanbul	Esenler Bus Station	7:20 AM	Sofia Airport	Sofia Airport		Economy	$35	A Bus from Arda Tur goes from Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) at 7/22/2026 11:30:00 PM to Sofia Airport, Sofia Airport (Bulgaria) arriving at 7/23/2026 7:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 50m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Arda Tur	7h 50m	11:30 PM	Istanbul	Esenler Bus Station	7:20 AM	Sofia Airport	Sofia Airport		Economy	$35	A Bus from Arda Tur goes from Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) at 7/23/2026 11:30:00 PM to Sofia Airport, Sofia Airport (Bulgaria) arriving at 7/24/2026 7:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 50m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Arda Tur	7h 50m	11:30 PM	Istanbul	Otogar Bus Station	7:20 AM	Sofia Airport	Sofia Airport		Economy	$35	A Bus from Arda Tur goes from Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) at 7/24/2026 11:30:00 PM to Sofia Airport, Sofia Airport (Bulgaria) arriving at 7/25/2026 7:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 50m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Arda Tur	7h 50m	11:30 PM	Istanbul	Esenler Bus Station	7:20 AM	Sofia Airport	Sofia Airport		Economy	$35	A Bus from Arda Tur goes from Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) at 7/25/2026 11:30:00 PM to Sofia Airport, Sofia Airport (Bulgaria) arriving at 7/26/2026 7:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 50m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Arda Tur	7h 50m	11:30 PM	Istanbul	Esenler Bus Station	7:20 AM	Sofia Airport	Sofia Airport		Economy	$35	A Bus from Arda Tur goes from Esenler Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) at 7/26/2026 11:30:00 PM to Sofia Airport, Sofia Airport (Bulgaria) arriving at 7/27/2026 7:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 50m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Arda Tur	7h 50m	11:30 PM	Istanbul	Otogar Bus Station	7:20 AM	Sofia Airport	Sofia Airport		Economy	$35	A Bus from Arda Tur goes from Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) at 7/27/2026 11:30:00 PM to Sofia Airport, Sofia Airport (Bulgaria) arriving at 7/28/2026 7:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 50m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Arda Tur	7h 50m	11:30 PM	Istanbul	Otogar Bus Station	7:20 AM	Sofia Airport	Sofia Airport		Economy	$35	A Bus from Arda Tur goes from Otogar Bus Station, Istanbul (Turkey) at 7/28/2026 11:30:00 PM to Sofia Airport, Sofia Airport (Bulgaria) arriving at 7/29/2026 7:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 50m

Facts about the bus from Istanbul to Sofia Airport (SOF)

Compare all providers like Arda Tur that travel 2 times every day by bus from Istanbul to Sofia Airport in one click! Book your bus ticket from Istanbul to Sofia Airport starting from $35!

Cheapest Bus	$35
Fastest Bus	7h 50m
Earliest Bus	11:30 PM
Latest Bus	11:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes	2 Ø
Distance	309.1 miles
Bus Companies	Arda Tur

Cheapest bus connections from Istanbul to Sofia Airport

Every day, 2 buses from 1 bus companies leave Istanbul for Sofia Airport: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/22/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 07/19

Monday 07/20

Tuesday 07/21

Wednesday 07/22

$35

Thursday 07/23

$35

Friday 07/24

$35

Saturday 07/25

$35

Sunday 07/26

$35

Monday 07/27

$35

Tuesday 07/28

$35

Wednesday 07/29

$35

Thursday 07/30

$35

Friday 07/31

$36

Saturday 08/01

$35

Sunday 08/02

$36

Monday 08/03

$35

Tuesday 08/04

$35

Wednesday 08/05

$35

Thursday 08/06

$36

Friday 08/07

$36

Saturday 08/08

$35

Sunday 08/09

$35

Monday 08/10

$36

Tuesday 08/11

$35

Wednesday 08/12

$35

Thursday 08/13

$36

Friday 08/14

$35

Saturday 08/15

How to save money travelling from Istanbul to Sofia Airport

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Istanbul to Sofia Airport in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Istanbul to Sofia Airport, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Istanbul to Sofia Airport are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Istanbul and Sofia Airport

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Istanbul and Sofia Airport.

Alibeyköy Otogarı

Güzeltepe, Fatih Sultan Mehmet Blv 18

Dudullu Bus Station

Kible Sokak 38

Esenler Bus Station

Altıntepsi

Otogar Bus Station

Altıntepsi Mahallesi Bayrampasa-Istanbul

Samandira Bus Station

Tuna Cd 4

Sofia Airport

ul. "Prodan Tarakchiev"

Service and Comfort on the bus from Istanbul to Sofia Airport

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Istanbul to Sofia Airport? Or which bus companies serve the route Istanbul to Sofia Airport? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Istanbul to Sofia Airport bus

How much does a Istanbul Sofia Airport bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $35 and takes 7h 50m to reach Sofia Airport. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Istanbul to Sofia Airport?

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $35 and $37. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Sofia Airport.

On average, how many connections are available from Istanbul to Sofia Airport each day?

Every day, the Istanbul to Sofia Airport bus route is served by approximately 2 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Istanbul to Sofia Airport take?

The fastest shuttle from Istanbul to Sofia Airport is offered by Arda Tur and takes 7h 50m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $36. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first shuttle from Istanbul to Sofia Airport?

The earliest bus arriving in Sofia Airport from Istanbul starts at 11:30 PM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last shuttle from Istanbul to Sofia Airport?

The latest bus trip departing from Istanbul for Sofia Airport starts at 11:30 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Istanbul Sofia Airport route?

When traveling by shuttle from Istanbul to Sofia Airport, passengers can travel with Arda Tur. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Sofia Airport?

You can check all the direct connections between Istanbul and Sofia Airport by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Arda Tur.

What can I take with me on the Istanbul to Sofia Airport bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Istanbul Sofia Airport bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a shuttle that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Istanbul Sofia Airport bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the shuttle from Istanbul to Sofia Airport on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Istanbul to Sofia Airport

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Istanbul and to Sofia Airport

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Istanbul and to Sofia Airport. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!