Bursa to Ruse by bus
Ruse lies 480 km (299 mi) north-west of Bursa, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 8 h 52 min including stops, over roughly 586 km (364 mi) of road.
| Bursa | Ruse | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Turkey | Bulgaria |
| Population | 3.1 million | 121,168 |
| Elevation | 155 m (509 ft) | 39 m (128 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Istanbul) | UTC+3 (Europe/Sofia) |
What changes when you arrive in Ruse
Crossing from Turkey into Bulgaria: money changes from the Lira to the Lev (BGN); the dialling code becomes +359; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257.
Where to book buses from Bursa to Ruse
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Staying in Ruse
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Common questions
How far is Ruse from Bursa?
480 km (299 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Bursa; by road roughly 586 km (364 mi).
How long does it take to get from Bursa to Ruse by bus?
About 8 h 52 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Bursa and Ruse?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Ruse?
The Lev (BGN).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.