Istanbul to Burgas by ferry
Burgas lies 206 km (128 mi) north-west of Istanbul, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
The sea distance is about 206 km (128 mi); at typical ferry speeds a direct crossing would take around 6 h 15 min. Whether one runs, and how often, is in the operator’s timetable.
| Istanbul | Burgas | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Turkey | Bulgaria |
| Population | 15.7 million | 210,646 |
| Elevation | 39 m (128 ft) | 36 m (118 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Istanbul) | UTC+3 (Europe/Sofia) |
| Port | Kontoskalion | 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 Istanbul to Burgas
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Staying in Burgas
Live rooms and prices for Burgas are in the search below.
Book a hotel in Burgas
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Common questions
How far is Burgas from Istanbul?
206 km (128 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Istanbul; by road roughly 252 km (157 mi).
How long does it take to get from Istanbul to Burgas by ferry?
About 6 h 15 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Istanbul 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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.