Is the Sofia Istanbul Express running?
The Istanbul-Sofia Express service resumed on April 25. You can find out more about timetables and tickets here.
Is there a train from Turkey to Bulgaria?
Is there a direct train between Turkey and Bulgaria? No, there is no direct train from Turkey to Bulgaria. However, there are services departing from Halkali and arriving at Mladezhki teatr via Kapikule, Plovdiv and Gara “Poduyane”.
Is there a train between Turkey and Europe?
There is only one train between Turkey and Europe, the Istanbul-Sofya Ekspresi (Istanbul-Sofia Express), departing Istanbul (Halkalı) each night for Sofia, Bulgaria, with a connection at Dimitrovgrad for Bucharest (Bükreş), Romania.
What time does the Marmaray close?
Hour of Operation
Marmaray begins running at 06:00 am. Trains run every 5 to 10 minutes during most of the day, every 15 to 20 minutes late at night. (On Sunday and holidays, trains run every 10 minutes all day.) The last trains run at 24:00 (12:00 midnight).
How do I get from Sofia to Turkey?
The best way to get from Sofia to Turkey is to fly which takes 4h 5m and costs $110 – $380. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $21 – $30 and takes 8h 44m, you could also train, which costs $13 – $20 and takes 11h 4m.
Is Sofia worth visiting?
Sofia is definitely worth a visit – it is a lot less touristy than Prague, Villnius or Tallin and in my opinion it is the place I would go back to of the 4 cities. There are lots of parks. Food and wine/beer is very good quality and inexpensive. Locals are friendly.
Can you go to Germany from Turkey by train?
No, there is no direct train from Turkey to Germany. However, there are services departing from Yenikapi and arriving at S+U Alexanderplatz Bhf via Halkali, Videle, Budapest-Keleti and S+U Lichtenberg Bhf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 4h.
Can you take a train from Turkey to Paris?
No, there is no direct train from Turkey to Paris. However, there are services departing from Yenikapi and arriving at Paris Est via Halkali, Videle, Budapest-Keleti and Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 2h.
Can I use Istanbulkart for Marmaray?
You can use the Istanbul Travel Card practically as before while getting on the vehicles such as the Metro, Marmaray, Tram and Ferry. Istanbul Public Transport Card can now be loaded and used immediately after purchase.
Is Marmaray under water?
Almost a mile of the 8.5-mile (13.6km) Marmaray rail tunnel is immersed under 56 metres (184ft) of water. Dubbed the “iron silk road” by the Turkish government, Erdogan said the Marmaray rail line would connect “London to Beijing”, reviving the ancient trade routes across Asia to Europe.
How do I get from Sofia to Istanbul?
Turkish Airlines, Aegean Airlines and Tarom fly from Sofia to Istanbul 3 times a day. Alternatively, Huntur operates a bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Istanbul Büyük Otogari once daily. Tickets cost 50 ₺ – 75 ₺ and the journey takes 8h 30m. Matpu also services this route once daily.
Can you cross the border from Turkey to Bulgaria?
There are three crossings along the entire border, two for vehicular traffic and one for vehicular and rail traffic. The busiest of three, Kapıkule, is among the busiest border checkpoints in the world.
How many days in Sofia is enough?
The ideal length of a Sofia itinerary is three days if you want to be able to see all of the main sites and still be able to dig a little bit deeper and get to know the city well.
Why is Bulgaria so cheap?
Reasons why in Bulgaria cheap property, a few: The consequences of the 2008 crisis and the sharp drop in demand, causing prices have fallen by 40%. Lower purchasing power of the population compared to an average level. The socialist heritage of the country.
Can you take a train from Istanbul to Italy?
You can get from Istanbul to Rome by train, bus or flight.
Is there a train from Turkey to France?
Is there a direct train between Turkey and France? No, there is no direct train from Turkey to France. However, there are services departing from Yenikapi and arriving at Châtelet via Halkali, Videle, Budapest-Keleti, Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof and Gare de l’Est.
Does the Orient Express still go to Istanbul?
This 8 night / 9 day holiday to Istanbul, which includes the journey on board the legendary Venice Simplon Orient Express train, has very limited availability for 2023 – so please contact us now to secure your place or to register your interest for travel in 2024.
How long is a trip on the Orient Express?
How long does my journey take? Journeys on the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express train can last from one to several days. The traditional and most popular route between London and Venice takes two days, with one night on board.
How long is Istanbulkart valid?
3 years
According to the website, the card expires in 3 years unless you top up. Where can I buy Istanbulkart at the airport? You can get the Istanbulkart from Istanbulkart vending machines located at the -2 floor of Istanbul Airport. You can use only cash and Turkish Liras.
How do you fill up a go kart in Istanbul?
Istanbulkart does not come with credits. You need to load credits (which is cash) to the card to use it. And it is very easy. You just need to place the card into the yellow/blue vending machines, wait for the machine scan your card and than deposit cash to load credits to the card.
Can you walk from Europe to Asia in Istanbul?
While you can’t walk between the continents, it is easy to take the ferry from Eminonu (Europe) to Kadikoy (Asia). It only takes 15-20 mins and gives you some great photo opportunities at the same time!
Can you cross from Turkey to Bulgaria?
How do you get from Istanbul to Bulgaria?
The best way to get from Istanbul to Bulgaria is to fly which takes 1h 59m and costs 2.100 ₺ – 7.000 ₺. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 200 ₺ – 370 ₺ and takes 10h 12m, you could also train, which costs 200 ₺ – 330 ₺ and takes 12h 40m.
Can Turkish enter Bulgaria without visa?
Bulgaria tourist visa is required for Turkish citizens. The stay is usually short with a period of 90 days and visa expires in 90 days. Applicant is required to be present when applying for Bulgaria tourist visa.