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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Plovdiv to Istanbul

Composite routes from Plovdiv to Istanbul

Cheapest
4 h 5 min
Car
415 km.
from $22

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Plovdiv Bus Station South to İstanbul
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$33.70–$47.83

Citylines

Phone:
+3590885700870
Email:
support@citylines.eu
Website:
citylines.eu/
Bus from Plovdiv Bus Station South to İstanbul
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$20.65–$28.26

Alpar Turizm

Phone:
+90 212 658 18 51
Email:
info@alparturizm.com.tr
Website:
alparturizm.com.tr/en/
Bus from Plovdiv to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.30–$28.26

Arda Tur

Phone:
0700 20 544
Website:
ardatur.bg
Bus from Plovdiv Bus Station South to İstanbul
Ave. Duration:
7h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.74–$31.52

Train operators

Turkish Railways (TCDD)

Phone:
+90 444 8 233
Email:
cozum@tcddtasimacilik.gov.tr
Website:
tcdd.gov.tr/
Train from Svilengrad to Halkalı
Ave. Duration:
4h 9m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$3.80–$5.33

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)

Phone:
+35929311111
Website:
bdz.bg/en
Train from Plovdiv to Svilengrad
Ave. Duration:
2h 23m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$3.70–$7.07

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Plovdiv to Istanbul is to train which costs $7.61 - $13.04 and takes 8h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Plovdiv to Istanbul is to drive which takes 4h 5m and costs $59.78 - $97.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Plovdiv and Istanbul?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Plovdiv and arriving at Istanbul. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h.

Is there a direct train between Plovdiv and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct train from Plovdiv to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Plovdiv and arriving at Yenikapi via Svilengrad and Halkali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 10m.

How far is it from Plovdiv to Istanbul?

The distance between Plovdiv and Istanbul is 433 km. The road distance is 415.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Plovdiv to Istanbul without a car is to bus which takes 5h and costs $16.30 - $28.26 .

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

The bus from Plovdiv to Istanbul takes 5h including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Plovdiv to Istanbul bus from?

Plovdiv to Istanbul bus services, operated by Alpar Turizm, depart from Plovdiv station.

Where do I catch the Plovdiv to Istanbul train from?

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

Train or bus from Plovdiv to Istanbul?

The best way to get from Plovdiv to Istanbul is to bus which takes 5h and costs $16.30 - $28.26 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $7.61 - $13.04 and takes 8h 10m.

Where does the Plovdiv to Istanbul bus arrive?

Plovdiv to Istanbul bus services, operated by Alpar Turizm, arrive at Istanbul station.

What is the time difference between Plovdiv and Istanbul?

Istanbul is 1h ahead of Plovdiv. It is currently 05:34 in Plovdiv and 06:34 in Istanbul.

Where does the Plovdiv to Istanbul train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Plovdiv to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Plovdiv to Istanbul is 415 km. It takes approximately 4h 5m to drive from Plovdiv to Istanbul.

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

Book your Plovdiv to Istanbul bus tickets online with Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 4660+ hotels available in Istanbul. Prices start at $22.90 per night.
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