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

The cheapest way to get from Instabul to Plovdiv is to train which costs $10 - $18 and takes 12h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Instabul to Plovdiv is to drive which takes 3h 50m and costs $60 - $95.

Is there a direct bus between Instabul and Plovdiv?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from İstanbul Esenler bus station station and arriving at Plovdiv Bus Station South station. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Instabul and Plovdiv?

No, there is no direct train from Instabul to Plovdiv. However, there are services departing from Esenler Otogar and arriving at Plovdiv via Yenikapi and Halkalı. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 11m.

How far is it from Instabul to Plovdiv?

The distance between Instabul and Plovdiv is 408 km. The road distance is 406.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Instabul to Plovdiv without a car is to bus which takes 6h 45m and costs $14 - $35.

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

The bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Plovdiv Bus Station South takes 6h 45m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Instabul to Plovdiv bus from?

Instabul to Plovdiv bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from İstanbul Esenler bus station.

Where do I catch the Instabul to Plovdiv train from?

Instabul to Plovdiv train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), depart from Halkalı station.

Train or bus from Instabul to Plovdiv?

The best way to get from Instabul to Plovdiv is to bus which takes 6h 45m and costs $14 - $35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $10 - $18 and takes 12h 11m.

Where does the Instabul to Plovdiv bus arrive?

Instabul to Plovdiv bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Plovdiv Bus Station South.

What is the time difference between Instabul and Plovdiv?

Plovdiv is 1h ahead of Instabul. It is currently 6:46 AM in Instabul and 7:46 AM in Plovdiv.

Where does the Instabul to Plovdiv train arrive?

Instabul to Plovdiv train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), arrive at Plovdiv station.

Can I drive from Instabul to Plovdiv?

Yes, the driving distance between Instabul to Plovdiv is 406 km. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Instabul to Plovdiv.

How do I get a bus ticket from Instabul to Plovdiv?

Book your Instabul to Plovdiv bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Plovdiv?

There are 771+ hotels available in Plovdiv.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Instabul 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
best
1. Take the bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Plovdiv Bus Station Southbus N1999
6h 45m
$14–35
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Halkalı to Plovdivtrain
12h 11m
$11–18
Drive 406.1 km
1. Drive from Instabul to Plovdivcar 406.1 km
3h 50m
$64–93
Bus via Çatladıkapı
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Esenler to Plovdivbus
7h 7m
$24
Bus via Bayrampaşa
1. Take the bus from Bayrampaşa to Plovdivbus
7h 56m
$14–35

Instabul to Plovdiv by bus

35Weekly Buses

6h 45mAverage Duration

$14Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Instabul to Plovdiv.

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Distance: 408 km
Duration: 6h 45m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Plovdiv Bus Station South twice daily. Tickets cost $30–55 and the journey takes 6h 45m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Turkish Railways (TCDD) operates a train from Halkalı to Plovdiv once daily. Tickets cost $10–17 and the journey takes 10h 17m.

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