Bursa to Burgas by ferry
Burgas lies 289 km (180 mi) north-west of Bursa, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
The sea distance is about 289 km (180 mi); at typical ferry speeds a direct crossing would take around 8 h 46 min. Whether one runs, and how often, is in the operator’s timetable.
| Bursa | Burgas | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Turkey | Bulgaria |
| Population | 3.1 million | 210,646 |
| Elevation | 155 m (509 ft) | 36 m (118 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Istanbul) | UTC+3 (Europe/Sofia) |
| Port | Gemlik Port | Port of Burgas |
What changes when you arrive in Burgas
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 ferries from Bursa to Burgas
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Staying in Burgas
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Common questions
How far is Burgas from Bursa?
289 km (180 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Bursa; by road roughly 353 km (219 mi).
How long does it take to get from Bursa to Burgas by ferry?
About 8 h 46 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Bursa and Burgas?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Burgas?
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.