What is the cheapest way to get from Bursa to Plovdiv?

The cheapest way to get from Bursa to Plovdiv is to bus and train which costs $21 - $40 and takes 15h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bursa to Plovdiv?

The fastest way to get from Bursa to Plovdiv is to drive which takes 5h 24m and costs $85 - $130.

Is there a direct bus between Bursa and Plovdiv?

No, there is no direct bus from Bursa to Plovdiv station. However, there are services departing from Bursa and arriving at Plovdiv Bus Station South via Istanbul Esenler Otogari. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 32m.

How far is it from Bursa to Plovdiv?

The distance between Bursa and Plovdiv is 580 km. The road distance is 564.5 km.

How do I travel from Bursa to Plovdiv without a car?

The best way to get from Bursa to Plovdiv without a car is to bus and train via Gebze which takes 9h 30m and costs $34 - $39.

How long does it take to get from Bursa to Plovdiv?

It takes approximately 9h 30m to get from Bursa to Plovdiv, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bursa to Plovdiv bus from?

Bursa to Plovdiv bus services, operated by Metro Turizm, depart from Bursa station.

Where does the Bursa to Plovdiv bus arrive?

Bursa to Plovdiv bus services, operated by Metro Turizm, arrive at Istanbul Otogar station.

What is the time difference between Bursa and Plovdiv?

Plovdiv is 1h behind Bursa. It is currently 10:19 PM in Bursa and 9:19 PM in Plovdiv.

Can I drive from Bursa to Plovdiv?

Yes, the driving distance between Bursa to Plovdiv is 564 km. It takes approximately 5h 24m to drive from Bursa to Plovdiv.

Where can I stay near Plovdiv?

There are 755+ hotels available in Plovdiv.

Bursa to Plovdiv - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Bursa to Plovdiv by bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train via Gebze
best
1. Take the bus from Bursa to Gebzebus
2. Take the train from Gebze to Sirkecitrain
3. Take the bus from Istanbul Esenler to Plovdivbus
9h 30m
$35–38
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bursa to Istanbul Otogarbus
2. Take the train from Halkalı to Plovdivtrain
15h 22m
$22–38
Drive 564.5 km
1. Drive from Bursa to Plovdivcar 564.5 km
5h 24m
$89–129
Bus via Istanbul
1. Take the bus from Bursa to Istanbul Otogarbus
2. Take the bus from Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Plovdiv Bus Station Southbus Arda-Tur
10h 32m
$37–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Gemlik to Plovdivbus
11h 24m
$26–55

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Bursa to Plovdiv.

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Distance: 579.9 km
Duration: 9h 30m

What companies run services between Bursa, Turkey and Plovdiv, Bulgaria?

You can take a bus from Bursa to Plovdiv Bus Station South via Istanbul Otogar and Istanbul Esenler Otogari in around 10h 32m.

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