How to get from Istanbul to Plovdiv
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We compared the ways to travel from Istanbul to Plovdiv. The most useful door-to-door route takes 7h 15m by bus, 1 transfer. The two cities are about 372 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This is the lowest fare we have recorded for this route in the last 14 days.
This fare comes from a search on September 3, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
372 km
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| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €81Checked Sep 3 | 6h 27m1 transfer | See Flight details |
| Train | €97Reading date not recorded | 11h 25mdirect | See Train details |
| Bus | €29Checked Sep 3 | 7h 15m1 transfer | See Bus details |
- Flight€81Checked Sep 36h 27m · 1 transferSee Flight details
- Train€97Reading date not recorded11h 25m · directSee Train details
- Bus€29Checked Sep 37h 15m · 1 transferSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Istanbul to Plovdiv: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Istanbul → Plovdıvbus
ArdaTur·6h 20m - 2Plovdıv → Plovdiv International AirportbusAirport shuttle bus·35m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Departures from Istanbul to Plovdiv
TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş. runs 1 scheduled departures a day, the first at 20:00 and the last at 20:00.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş.train | 1 | 20:00 | 20:00 |
| FlixBusbus | 1 | — | — |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
- Bus· 6h 45m€31Book
Omio last refreshed these on Mon, Sep 7
Operators seen on these journeys
ArdaTurIstanbul-PlovdıvBook →Airport shuttle busPlovdıv-Plovdiv International AirportBook →
Pegasus AirlinesSabiha Gökçen Airport-Sofia AirportSee live options and dates →Regional connectionSofia Airport-Plovdiv International AirportBook →
TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş.Istanbul-PlovdivBook →On this route you travel with ArdaTur, Airport shuttle bus, Pegasus Airlines, Regional connection, TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş.; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Istanbul to Plovdiv works
Start with a ArdaTur bus from Istanbul to Plovdıv, about 6h 20m. Transfer in Plovdıv and continue by Airport shuttle bus bus on to Plovdiv (35 min). In total it's roughly €29 over 7h 15m, 1 transfer.
Istanbul to Plovdiv: common questions
How long does it take to get from Istanbul to Plovdiv?
The most useful route takes about 7h 15m by bus, 1 transfer.
How far is Plovdiv from Istanbul?
About 372 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Istanbul to Plovdiv cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €29. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Istanbul to Plovdiv?
On this route you travel with ArdaTur, Airport shuttle bus, Pegasus Airlines, Regional connection, TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş..
What is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Plovdiv?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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