Istanbul to Plovdiv by train
Travelling from Istanbul to Plovdiv by train takes about 11h 25m, run by TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş.. A quicker option we found is bus, at 7h 45m.
Recommended route
$111
11h 25m·direct
Indicative price from a recent search, updated regularly. Confirm the live fare and seats with the provider at checkout. Routavio adds no booking fee.
The journey, step by step
- 1trainIstanbul → Plovdiv
TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş.
train or bus?
| Transport | Price | Duration | Transfers |
|---|---|---|---|
| train | $111 | 11h 25m | direct |
| Recommended | $50 | 7h 45m | direct |
All rows come from the same recent route search. Exact fares depend on your travel date.
Istanbul to Plovdiv by train: common questions
How long does Istanbul to Plovdiv take by train?
About 11h 25m, with no transfer.
How much is a train ticket from Istanbul to Plovdiv?
The best price in our latest check was $111. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the train from Istanbul to Plovdiv?
TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş.. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the train or the bus better?
The bus is faster at 7h 45m. It is cheaper too, at $50.
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