Based on 258 reviews, the company was rated 3.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Arda Tur ticket prices on this trip start at R 718
Arda Tur Istanbul Europe Varna recent customer reviews
Bus ride was mostly smooth, but arrived over 3 hours late (after 0:00 when it was scheduled for 21:10). Bus driver was also not particularly friendly
2 out of 5 stars
Michael P.
As there were small amount of people for this trip, the company decided to use small bus. It was not suited for long distance trips, seats were narrow and there was not enough room leg room. On every stop, the driver left the side door opened, sometimes for more than 5 minutes, and considering that outside was winter time and near zero temperatures, that caused a lot of discomfort. The seats me and my wife booked was occupied by other passengers, the company tried to put us in the back of the bus, but my wife was pregnant and that was not an option. At least we managed to claim seats closer to the front part of the bus. Still not what we wanted, though. Overall dissatisfaction with the trip and the company. If there was another option to travel from Istanbul to Varna, I would prefer it instead of this company.
1 out of 5 stars
Anton S.
The delay 7 hours comparing with planned time. We changed bus 3 time without previous notification. No English speaking staff, no normal informing about route.
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Based on 27 reviews, the company was rated 3.7 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. LIKEBUS ticket prices on this trip start at R 836
Based on 11617 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 595
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Based on 130 reviews, the company was rated 3.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the seats but often complained with the Wi-Fi. VIP Arda Tur ticket prices on this trip start at R 507
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Istanbul Europe to Varna by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Istanbul Europe to Varna?
The cheapest bus tickets from Istanbul Europe to Varna start at R 595. The average price for this route is around R 840. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Istanbul Europe to Varna?
The average bus journey time from Istanbul Europe to Varna is 8h 45m, covering a distance of 229 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 6h 40m and is operated by Arda Tur.
Which bus companies service the Istanbul Europe to Varna route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Istanbul Europe to Varna?
The earliest bus departs from Istanbul Europe to Varna at 07:00. And the latest bus departs at 22:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Istanbul Europe to Varna?
A bus trip from Istanbul Europe to Varna produces an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Istanbul Europe to Varna?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Lux Bus, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Istanbul Europe to Varna?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Infobus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Istanbul Europe to Varna?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Infobus, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Istanbul Europe to Varna?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Lux Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
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The cheapest trip from Istanbul Europe to Varna was searched and found on 18 Dec 2025 with a price of R 681
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Istanbul Europe to Varna as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 681 to R 946 for a bus ticket from Istanbul Europe to Varna based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 681, which is on 2025-12-18.
Usually Infobus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
The cheapest trip from Istanbul Europe to Varna was searched and found on 18 Dec 2025 with a price of R 681
