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Overview: Bus from Plovdiv to Istanbul
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Overview Plovdiv → Istanbul
The bus route from Plovdiv to Istanbul covers a distance of 370 km, with an average duration of 6 hours and 37 minutes. There are five direct buses operating daily, with the first bus departing at 02:15 and the last at 21:00. The cheapest ticket price is approximately 28.11 EUR.
370 km
Distance
$ 28
Cheapest ticket price
5
Direct buses
6 h 37 min
Average bus duration
5 h 35 min
Fastest bus
5
Buses per day
02:15
First bus
21:00
Last bus
Cheapest alternative travel options:
Plane — from $208Popular Bus Stations from Plovdiv to Istanbul
Bus Companies
Found: 10
TS
Tourist Service Holding
Address: 127, Georgi Sava Rakovski Str., Sofia, 1000, Bulgaria
UI
Union Ivkoni (Юнион Ивкони)
Address: Shishman str. 17, Sofia 1000, Bulgaria
HХ
Huntur (Хунтур)
Address: Büyük İstanbul Bus Station No:126, 34035 Bayrampaşa/İstanbul, Turkey
CI
Citylines
Address: Mechka Str. 35, Sofia 1330, Bulgaria
RE
Racic Eurobus (Рачич Eurobus)
Address: "Zapad" str 46 Complex Racic Voyvodinovo 4135 Bulgaria
AT
Arda-Tur (Арда-Тур)
Address: Saedinenie 45, 6300 Haskovo, Bulgaria
GP
Group Plus
Address: Tsar Ivan Shishman 17, Sofia, Bulgaria
TR
Traventuria
Address: Gorski patnik 54, 1421 Sofia, Bulgaria
UI
Union Ivkoni - Unibus
Address: Shishman str. 17, Sofia 1000, Bulgaria
NO
Nomago
Address: Vosnjakova ulica 3,1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia
TS
Tourist Service Holding
127, Georgi Sava Rakovski Str., Sofia, 1000, Bulgaria
+35929310062
+35929310062
FAQ’s
Bus from Plovdiv to Istanbul
Istanbul is a vibrant city that straddles Europe and Asia, known for its rich history and cultural diversity. Visitors typically explore iconic sites such as the Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, and Topkapi Palace, as well as the bustling Grand Bazaar. The city offers a mix of traditional and modern experiences, with a lively food scene and scenic views along the Bosphorus. Public transport is available, but be prepared for traffic and crowds, especially in popular areas.
What is the distance between Plovdiv and Istanbul?
The distance is 370 km.
How long does the bus journey from Plovdiv to Istanbul take?
The average bus duration is 6 hours and 37 minutes, with the fastest bus taking 5 hours and 35 minutes.
What is the cheapest ticket price for the Plovdiv to Istanbul route?
The cheapest ticket price is 28.11 EUR.
How many buses operate daily between Plovdiv and Istanbul?
There are 5 buses operating daily on this route.
What are the departure times for buses from Plovdiv to Istanbul?
The first bus departs at 02:15 and the last bus departs at 21:00.
Can I bring luggage on the bus?
Typically, you can bring 1 suitcase and 1 piece of hand luggage, but the allowance may vary by carrier and fare.
Is Wi-Fi available on the bus?
Wi-Fi availability depends on the bus class, which is shown during the booking process.
Are there any intermediate stops on the route?
Intermediate stops may differ between departures; you can check the route details on the booking page.