Istanbul to Plovdiv by bus
Travelling from Istanbul to Plovdiv by bus takes about 15h 55m, run by FlixBus. A quicker option we found is flight, bus, at 5h 45m. The bus is still the cheapest.
Recommended route
$83
15h 55m·3 transfers
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The journey, step by step
- 1busIstanbul → Bursa
FlixBus - 2busBursa → GebzeFlixBus
- 3busGebze → BayrampaşaFlixBus
- 4busBayrampaşa → Plovdiv Bus Station SouthFlixBus
Istanbul to Plovdiv by bus: common questions
How long does Istanbul to Plovdiv take by bus?
About 15h 55m, 3 transfers.
How much is a bus ticket from Istanbul to Plovdiv?
The best price in our latest check was €72. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the bus from Istanbul to Plovdiv?
FlixBus. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the bus or the flight, bus better?
The flight, bus is faster at 5h 45m. The bus wins on price.
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