The average train between Plovdiv and Pernik takes 4h 30m and the fastest train takes 4h. The train service runs several times per day from Plovdiv to Pernik. 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 every 4 hours between Plovdiv and Pernik. The earliest departure is at 6:53 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Plovdiv is at 7:29 PM which arrives into Pernik at 11:31 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Plovdiv to Pernik. However, there are services departing from Plovdiv station and arriving at Pernik station via Sofia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.
Plovdiv to Pernik train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Plovdiv station.
Plovdiv to Pernik train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Pernik station.
The distance between Plovdiv and Pernik is 149.6 km. The road distance is 191 km.
You can take a train from Plovdiv to Pernik via Sofia in around 4h 13m.