The average train between Pernik and Plovdiv takes 4h 12m and the fastest train takes 3h 59m. The train service runs several times per day from Pernik to Plovdiv. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 4 times a day between Pernik and Plovdiv. The earliest departure is at 5:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Pernik is at 2:45 PM which arrives into Plovdiv at 7:10 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Pernik to Plovdiv. However, there are services departing from Pernik station and arriving at Plovdiv station via Sofia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.
Pernik to Plovdiv train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Pernik station.
Pernik to Plovdiv train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Plovdiv station.
The distance between Pernik and Plovdiv is 149.6 km. The road distance is 191 km.
You can take a train from Pernik to Plovdiv via Sofia in around 4h 39m.