The cheapest and fastest buses from Istanbul to Plovdiv
Cheapest price
€30
Average price
€34
Fastest journey
6 h 20 m
Average duration
6 h 57 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
371 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Istanbul to Plovdiv is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Istanbul to Plovdiv will cost around €34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €30.
Of the 5 buses that leave Istanbul for Plovdiv on Thu, Dec 25, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 25 the direct buses cover the 371 km distance in an average of 6 h 57 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 20 m .
On Thu, Dec 25 the slowest buses will take 8 h 16 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Istanbul to Plovdiv bus times
The table below shows live departures for Istanbul to Plovdiv buses for tomorrow, Thursday, December 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 8:00 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 6h45 | 2:45 PM Plovdiv, Avtogara Yug (Пловдив, Автогара Юг) | 0 transfersDirect | |
6402199 | 11:30 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 6h40 | 6:10 PM Plovdiv | 0 transfersDirect | |
6401917 | 5:00 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 8h16 | 1:16 AM Plovdiv | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 6h45 | 2:45 AM Plovdiv, Avtogara Yug (Пловдив, Автогара Юг) | 0 transfersDirect | |
6401893 | 8:30 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 6h20 | 2:50 AM Plovdiv | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Istanbul to Plovdiv
Buses from Istanbul to Plovdiv run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €19 if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 371 km distance in 5h 20m.
Distance 371 km |
Average bus duration 7h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 5h 20m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: City Lines, ArdaTur, FlixBus, Infobus, Citylines, Alpar Turizm, Kamil Koc from Istanbul to PlovdivYou can travel by bus between Istanbul to Plovdiv with City Lines, ArdaTur, FlixBus, Infobus, Citylines, Alpar Turizm, Kamil Koc for as low as €19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Istanbul to Plovdiv
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Istanbul to Plovdiv by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Plovdiv, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler), which is located around 4.8 miles (7.8 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Plovdiv, Avtogara Yug (Пловдив, Автогара Юг), located 1.6 miles (2.5 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Istanbul to Plovdiv
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Terminal (in the station)
- Kebab Express (0.2 km)
- Simit Sarayı (0.3 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Metro: M1A Bus: 83O, 91E, 97G
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