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

The cheapest way to get from Peshtera to Istanbul is to train via Svilengrad which costs 550 ₺ - 1.100 ₺ and takes 10h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Peshtera to Istanbul is to drive which takes 4h 34m and costs 3.000 ₺ - 4.400 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Peshtera and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct bus from Peshtera to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Peshtera and arriving at Istanbul Esenler Otogari via Krichim and Plovdiv Bus Station South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Peshtera and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct train from Peshtera to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Peshtera and arriving at Yenikapi via Stamboliyski, Svilengrad and Halkali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 29m.

How far is it from Peshtera to Istanbul?

The distance between Peshtera and Istanbul is 475 km. The road distance is 455.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Peshtera to Istanbul without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 55m and costs 1.000 ₺ - 1.600 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 6h 55m to get from Peshtera to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Peshtera to Istanbul bus from?

Peshtera to Istanbul bus services, operated by Arda Tur, depart from Plovdiv Bus Station South.

Where do I catch the Peshtera to Istanbul train from?

Peshtera to Istanbul train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Stamboliyski station.

Train or bus from Peshtera to Istanbul?

The best way to get from Peshtera to Istanbul is to train via Svilengrad which takes 10h 29m and costs 550 ₺ - 1.100 ₺. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 1.100 ₺ - 1.400 ₺ and takes 9h 40m.

Where does the Peshtera to Istanbul bus arrive?

Peshtera to Istanbul bus services, operated by Arda Tur, arrive at Istanbul Esenler Otogari station.

What is the time difference between Peshtera and Istanbul?

Istanbul is 1h ahead of Peshtera. It is currently 3:55 AM in Peshtera and 4:55 AM in Istanbul.

Where does the Peshtera to Istanbul train arrive?

Peshtera to Istanbul train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Svilengrad station.

Can I drive from Peshtera to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Peshtera to Istanbul is 456 km. It takes approximately 4h 34m to drive from Peshtera to Istanbul.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 4434+ hotels available in Istanbul.

Peshtera to Istanbul - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Peshtera to Istanbul by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Peshtera to PlovdivRe
2. Take the bus from Plovdiv to Istanbul
6h 55m
₺1,044–1,563
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Peshtera to PlovdivRe
2. Take the train from Plovdiv to Halkalı
11h 12m
₺590–3,108
Train via Svilengrad
1. Take the train from Stamboliyski to SvilengradRe / ...
2. Take the train from Svilengrad to Halkalı
10h 29m
₺597–1,031
Drive 455.9 km
1. Drive from Peshtera to Istanbul455.9 km
4h 34m
₺3,047–4,401
Bus
1. Take the bus from Plovdiv Bus Station South to Istanbul Esenler OtogariArda - Tur
9h 40m
₺1,100–1,400

Peshtera to Istanbul by train and bus

7Weekly Services

6h 55mAverage Duration

₺1,044Cheapest Price

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Distance: 474.7 km
Duration: 6h 55m

What companies run services between Peshtera, Pazardzhik, Bulgaria and Istanbul, Turkey?

You can take a train from Peshtera to Yenikapi via Stamboliyski, Svilengrad, and Halkali in around 10h 29m. Alternatively, Arda Tur operates a bus from Plovdiv Bus Station South to Istanbul Esenler Otogari 3 times a day. Tickets cost ₺1,134 and the journey takes 5h 35m. Three other operators also service this route.

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