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

The cheapest way to get from Samsun to Plovdiv is to bus and train which costs $30 - $55 and takes 26h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Samsun to Plovdiv is to bus and fly which takes 10h 52m and costs $300 - $350.

Is there a direct bus between Samsun and Plovdiv?

No, there is no direct bus from Samsun to Plovdiv station. However, there are services departing from Samsun and arriving at Plovdiv Bus Station South via İstanbul Esenler bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Samsun and Plovdiv?

No, there is no direct train from Samsun to Plovdiv. However, there are services departing from Samsun and arriving at Plovdiv via Yildizeli, Söğütlüçeşme, Mustafa Kemal and Halkalı. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27h 20m.

How far is it from Samsun to Plovdiv?

The distance between Samsun and Plovdiv is 1188 km. The road distance is 1141.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Samsun to Plovdiv without a car is to bus via Istanbul which takes 19h 7m and costs $40 - $70.

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

It takes approximately 19h 7m to get from Samsun to Plovdiv, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Samsun to Plovdiv bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Samsun to Plovdiv train from?

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

Train or bus from Samsun to Plovdiv?

The best way to get from Samsun to Plovdiv is to bus via Istanbul which takes 19h 7m and costs $40 - $70. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $50 - $85 and takes 27h 20m.

Where does the Samsun to Plovdiv bus arrive?

Samsun to Plovdiv bus services, operated by Metro Turizm, arrive at Istanbul Otogari station.

What is the time difference between Samsun and Plovdiv?

Plovdiv is 1h behind Samsun. It is currently 5:18 PM in Samsun and 4:18 PM in Plovdiv.

Where does the Samsun to Plovdiv train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Samsun to Plovdiv?

Yes, the driving distance between Samsun to Plovdiv is 1141 km. It takes approximately 12h 25m to drive from Samsun to Plovdiv.

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

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Where can I stay near Plovdiv?

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Samsun to Plovdiv - 12 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 12 ways to get from Samsun 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 via Istanbul
best
1. Take the bus from Samsun to Istanbul Otogari
2. Take the bus from Istanbul Esenler to Plovdiv
19h 7m
$40–68
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Samsun to Istanbul Otogari
2. Take the bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Plovdiv Bus Station SouthFlixBus N1999
19h 41m
$29–78
Train
1. Take the train from Samsun to Yıldızeli
2. Take the train from Yildizeli to Istanbul SöğütlüçeşmeYht
3. Take the train from Halkalı to Plovdiv
27h 20m
$51–84
Drive 1,141.1 km
1. Drive from Samsun to Plovdiv1,141.1 km
12h 25m
$180–260
Bus to Samsun-Çarşamba Airport, fly to Sofia Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Samsun to Çarşamba
2. Fly from Samsun-Çarşamba Airport (SZF) to Sofia Airport (SOF)SZF - SOF
3. Take the bus from Sofia Airport Terminal 1 Bus Stop to Plovdiv Hotel Trimontium
12h
$91–391
Bus via Edirne
1. Take the bus from Samsun to Çorlu Orion
2. Take the bus from Çorlu Orion to Babaeski
3. Take the bus from Babaeski to Edirne
4. Take the bus from Edirne Bus Station to Plovdiv Bus Station South
23h 43m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Samsun to Cerkezkoy
2. Take the train from Çerkezköy to Plovdiv
26h 34m
$31–54
Bus to Samsun-Çarşamba Airport, fly to Istanbul, bus
1. Take the bus from Samsun to Çarşamba
2. Fly from Samsun-Çarşamba Airport (SZF) to Istanbul (IST)SZF - IST
3. Take the bus from Istanbul Yotel Airport Exit A to Plovdiv Bus Station South
10h 56m
$291–332
Bus to Amasya, fly to Istanbul, bus
1. Take the bus from Samsun to Merzifon
2. Fly from Amasya (MZH) to Istanbul (IST)MZH - IST
3. Take the bus from Istanbul Yotel Airport Exit A to Plovdiv Bus Station South
10h 52m
$300–344
Bus to Amasya, fly to Sofia Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Samsun to Merzifon
2. Fly from Amasya (MZH) to Sofia Airport (SOF)MZH - SOF
3. Take the bus from Sofia Airport Terminal 1 Bus Stop to Plovdiv Hotel Trimontium
11h 11m
$165–483
Bus to Samsun-Çarşamba Airport, fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Samsun to Çarşamba
2. Fly from Samsun-Çarşamba Airport (SZF) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)SZF - SAW
3. Take the bus from Istanbul Esenler to Plovdiv
12h 6m
$68–117
Bus to Samsun-Çarşamba Airport, fly to Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia, bus
1. Take the bus from Samsun to Çarşamba
2. Fly from Samsun-Çarşamba Airport (SZF) to Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia (SKG)SZF - SKG
3. Take the bus from Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station to Plovdiv Central Train Station Bus Stop
18h 49m
$245–705

Samsun to Plovdiv by bus

21Weekly Buses

19h 41mAverage Duration

$29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,188.1 km
Duration: 19h 7m

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

You can take a bus from Samsun to Plovdiv via Istanbul Otogari, Esenler Otogar, Yenikapi, Langa Davutpaşa, Çatladıkapı, and Istanbul Esenler in around 19h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Samsun to Plovdiv via Yildizeli, Söğütlüçeşme, Mustafa Kemal, and Halkalı in around 27h 20m.

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