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

The cheapest way to get from Karaköy to Plovdiv is to train which costs $11 - $20 and takes 11h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Karaköy to Plovdiv is to drive which takes 4h and costs $65 - $95.

Is there a direct bus between Karaköy and Plovdiv?

No, there is no direct bus from Karaköy to Plovdiv. However, there are services departing from Eminönü İskele and arriving at Plovdiv via Istanbul Esenler. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Karaköy and Plovdiv?

No, there is no direct train from Karaköy to Plovdiv. However, there are services departing from Sirkeci and arriving at Plovdiv via Halkalı. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 53m.

How far is it from Karaköy to Plovdiv?

The distance between Karaköy and Plovdiv is 432 km. The road distance is 415.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Karaköy to Plovdiv without a car is to bus which takes 6h 37m and costs $25.

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

It takes approximately 6h 37m to get from Karaköy to Plovdiv, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Karaköy to Plovdiv bus from?

Karaköy to Plovdiv bus services, operated by Luks Yonca, depart from Istanbul Esenler station.

Where do I catch the Karaköy to Plovdiv train from?

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

Train or bus from Karaköy to Plovdiv?

The best way to get from Karaköy to Plovdiv is to bus which takes 6h 37m and costs $25. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $11 - $20 and takes 11h 53m.

Where does the Karaköy to Plovdiv bus arrive?

Karaköy to Plovdiv bus services, operated by Luks Yonca, arrive at Plovdiv station.

What is the time difference between Karaköy and Plovdiv?

Plovdiv is 1h behind Karaköy. It is currently 11:39 PM in Karaköy and 10:39 PM in Plovdiv.

Where does the Karaköy to Plovdiv train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Karaköy to Plovdiv?

Yes, the driving distance between Karaköy to Plovdiv is 415 km. It takes approximately 4h to drive from Karaköy to Plovdiv.

Where can I stay near Plovdiv?

There are 706+ hotels available in Plovdiv.

Karaköy to Plovdiv - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Karaköy to Plovdiv by bus, train, car, or plane

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 Istanbul Esenler to Plovdiv
6h 37m
$25
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Halkalı to Plovdiv
11h 53m
$12–19
Drive 415.1 km
1. Drive from Karaköy to Plovdiv415.1 km
4h
$66–95
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Sofia Airport (SOF)IST - SOF
2. Take the bus from Sofia Airport Terminal 1 Bus Stop to Plovdiv Hotel Trimontium
4h 47m
$123–304
Bus via Istanbul Esenler Otogari
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Plovdiv Bus Station SouthArda - Tur
8h 13m
$26–35
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Eminönü İskele to Halkalı MarmarayBn1
2. Take the train from Halkalı to Plovdiv
12h 24m
$12–71

Istanbul (IST) to Sofia Airport (SOF) flights

21Weekly Planes

1h 18mAverage Duration

$72Cheapest Price

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Distance: 432.5 km
Duration: 6h 37m

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

Luks Yonca operates a bus from Istanbul Esenler to Plovdiv once daily. Tickets cost $24 and the journey takes 5h 30m. 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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