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

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Plovdiv is to train which costs $11 - $19 and takes 11h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Plovdiv is to drive which takes 3h 54m and costs $65 - $95.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Plovdiv?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Istanbul Büyük Otogari and arriving at Plovdiv Hristo Botev. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Istanbul and Plovdiv?

No, there is no direct train from Istanbul to Plovdiv. However, there are services departing from Yenikapi and arriving at Plovdiv via Halkalı. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 56m.

How far is it from Istanbul to Plovdiv?

The distance between Istanbul and Plovdiv is 408 km. The road distance is 411.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Istanbul to Plovdiv without a car is to bus which takes 6h 30m and costs $14 - $35.

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

The bus from Istanbul Büyük Otogari to Plovdiv Hristo Botev takes 6h 30m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Plovdiv bus from?

Istanbul to Plovdiv bus services, operated by Citylines, depart from Istanbul Büyük Otogari station.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Plovdiv train from?

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

Train or bus from Istanbul to Plovdiv?

The best way to get from Istanbul to Plovdiv is to bus which takes 6h 30m and costs $14 - $35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $11 - $19 and takes 11h 56m.

Where does the Istanbul to Plovdiv bus arrive?

Istanbul to Plovdiv bus services, operated by Citylines, arrive at Plovdiv Hristo Botev station.

What is the time difference between Istanbul and Plovdiv?

Plovdiv is 1h behind Istanbul. It is currently 3:00 PM in Istanbul and 2:00 PM in Plovdiv.

Where does the Istanbul to Plovdiv train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Istanbul to Plovdiv?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Plovdiv is 411 km. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Istanbul to Plovdiv.

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

Book your Istanbul to Plovdiv bus tickets online with Omio, Distribusion and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Plovdiv?

There are 746+ hotels available in Plovdiv.

Istanbul to Plovdiv - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Istanbul to Plovdiv by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Büyük Otogari to Plovdiv Hristo BotevCitylines 19 / ...
6h 30m
$14–35
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Halkalı to Plovdiv
11h 56m
$12–19
Drive 411.4 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Plovdiv411.4 km
3h 54m
$65–94
Bus via Bayrampaşa
1. Take the bus from Bayrampaşa to Plovdiv
8h 44m
$15–36

Istanbul to Plovdiv by bus

91Weekly Buses

6h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 407.7 km
Duration: 6h 30m

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

Citylines operates a bus from Istanbul Büyük Otogari to Plovdiv Hristo Botev 3 times a day. Tickets cost $27–40 and the journey takes 6h 30m. Six other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Turkish Railways (TCDD) operates a train from Halkalı to Plovdiv once daily. Tickets cost $11–18 and the journey takes 10h 17m.

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