Istanbul to Plovdiv Bus
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Istanbul to Plovdiv by bus
The journey from Istanbul to Plovdiv by bus is 231.04 mi and takes 6 hr 57 min. There are 31 connections per day, with the first departure at 9:00 AM and the last at 11:59 PM. It is possible to travel from Istanbul to Plovdiv by bus for as little as $9.84 or as much as $37.22. The best price for this journey is $9.84.
| Lowest Price | $9.84 |
| Journey Duration | 6 hr 57 min |
| Connection per Day | Infobus, Arda Tur New, Panorama Trans, Arda Tur, City Lines, Huntur, FlixBus, Metro Turizm, Lüks Yonca Turizm, Alpar Turizm, Metro Bulgaria 31 |
| Lowest Price | Infobus, Arda Tur New, Panorama Trans, Arda Tur, City Lines, Huntur, FlixBus, Metro Turizm, Lüks Yonca Turizm, Alpar Turizm, Metro Bulgaria $9.84 |
| Highest Price | Infobus, Arda Tur New, Panorama Trans, Arda Tur, City Lines, Huntur, FlixBus, Metro Turizm, Lüks Yonca Turizm, Alpar Turizm, Metro Bulgaria $37.22 |
| First Departure | Infobus, Arda Tur New, Panorama Trans, Arda Tur, City Lines, Huntur, FlixBus, Metro Turizm, Lüks Yonca Turizm, Alpar Turizm, Metro Bulgaria 9:00 AM |
| Last Departure | Infobus, Arda Tur New, Panorama Trans, Arda Tur, City Lines, Huntur, FlixBus, Metro Turizm, Lüks Yonca Turizm, Alpar Turizm, Metro Bulgaria 11:59 PM |
| Distance | Infobus, Arda Tur New, Panorama Trans, Arda Tur, City Lines, Huntur, FlixBus, Metro Turizm, Lüks Yonca Turizm, Alpar Turizm, Metro Bulgaria 231.04 mi |
| Departure | Infobus, Arda Tur New, Panorama Trans, Arda Tur, City Lines, Huntur, FlixBus, Metro Turizm, Lüks Yonca Turizm, Alpar Turizm, Metro Bulgaria Istanbul |
| Arrival | Infobus, Arda Tur New, Panorama Trans, Arda Tur, City Lines, Huntur, FlixBus, Metro Turizm, Lüks Yonca Turizm, Alpar Turizm, Metro Bulgaria Plovdiv |
| Carriers | Infobus, Arda Tur New Infobus, Arda Tur New, Panorama Trans, Arda Tur, City Lines, Huntur, FlixBus, Metro Turizm, Lüks Yonca Turizm, Alpar Turizm, Metro Bulgaria |
Istanbul to Plovdiv Bus Times
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Best time to book Istanbul to Plovdiv travel
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Price as departure date approaches
Bus companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around $10.64 to $21.40 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 50% on your trip!
Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Istanbul to Plovdiv
The cheapest Istanbul - Plovdiv bus tickets can be found for as low as $16.17 if you’re lucky, or $21.05 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $26.82.
Find the best day to travel to Plovdiv by bus
When travelling to Plovdiv by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Services on board Arda Tur, City Lines and Huntur from Istanbul to Plovdiv
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Istanbul to Plovdiv CO2 Emissions by Bus
Train
26.03kg
Bus
27.89kg
Flight
74.36kg
Car
59.49kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a bus ticket from Istanbul to Plovdiv?
A bus ticket from Istanbul to Plovdiv is $27.33. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $9.84.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Istanbul to Plovdiv?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Istanbul to Plovdiv is $9.84. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Istanbul and Plovdiv by bus?
Istanbul to Plovdiv is 231.04 mi.
How long does the bus between Istanbul and Plovdiv take?
Istanbul to Plovdiv is on average 6 hr 57 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 4 hr 10 min.
Which companies operate from Istanbul to Plovdiv?
The bus journey from Istanbul to Plovdiv is covered by 10 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Infobus, Arda Tur New, Panorama Trans, Arda Tur, City Lines, Huntur, FlixBus, Metro Turizm, Lüks Yonca Turizm, Alpar Turizm and Metro Bulgaria.
How many bus connections per day go from Istanbul to Plovdiv?
Istanbul to Plovdiv has 31 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Istanbul to Plovdiv leave?
The earliest bus from Istanbul to Plovdiv departs at 9:00 AM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Istanbul to Plovdiv depart?
The latest bus from Istanbul to Plovdiv departs at 11:59 PM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Istanbul to Plovdiv in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is $9.84 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Istanbul to Plovdiv?
There are on average 31 direct connection(s) from Istanbul to go to Plovdiv.
What's the fastest journey time between Istanbul to Plovdiv by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Istanbul and Plovdiv is 4 hr 10 min.
Is there a direct bus from Istanbul to Plovdiv?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Istanbul and Plovdiv.
What are the CO2 emissions for Istanbul to Plovdiv by bus?
The bus journey from Istanbul to Plovdiv creates 27.89kg of CO2 emissions.