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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Esenler Otogarı | Sever | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Esenler Otogar, Istanbul | Avtogara Yug | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Istanbul Büyük Otogari | Sever | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Esenler Otogar, Istanbul | Avtogara Yug | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Esenler Otogarı | Sever | No tags |
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Get from Istanbul Europe to Plovdiv
The journey takes about 7 hours and with fares starting at just $27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Istanbul Europe and Plovdiv?
Stops in Istanbul Europe
- A
İstanbul
Altıntepsi, O-3, 34220 , Esenler/İstanbul, , Turkey - B
Esenler Otogarı
Esenler Otogarı, 34035 Bayrampaşa / İstanbul, Turkey - C
Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı
Güzeltepe, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı İstanbul, Türkiye, 34060 Eyüp, Turkey - D
Büyükçekmece
Fatih Mahallesi, Rıza Küçükoğlupaşa Cd., 34500 Büyükçekmece/İstanbul, Turkey - E
Avcılar
Avcılar Belediyesi Cihangir Mahallesi Yolcu Aktarma İstasyonu, 34310 Avcılar/İstanbul - F
Kağıthane
Kağıthane Otobüs Kalkış Noktası, Hasdal Cd. No: 50/B, Kağıthane/Istanbul, Turkey
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Istanbul Europe to Plovdiv by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Istanbul Europe to Plovdiv?
The cheapest bus tickets from Istanbul Europe to Plovdiv start from $27. The average price for this route is around $40. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Istanbul Europe to Plovdiv?
The average bus trip duration from Istanbul Europe to Plovdiv is 7h, covering a distance of 227 miles (366 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 20m and is operated by Arda Tur.
Which bus companies service the Istanbul Europe to Plovdiv route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Metro Bulgaria, FlixBus, Arda Tur, Huntur, Alpar Turizm, Panorama Trans, Infobus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Istanbul Europe to Plovdiv?
The earliest bus departs from Istanbul Europe to Plovdiv at 9:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Istanbul Europe to Plovdiv?
A bus trip from Istanbul Europe to Plovdiv generates an estimated 9.149524999999999 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Istanbul Europe to Plovdiv?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Infobus, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 496 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Istanbul Europe to Plovdiv?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Infobus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Istanbul Europe to Plovdiv?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Panorama Trans, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Istanbul Europe to Plovdiv?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Panorama Trans, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Istanbul Europe to Plovdiv was searched and found on Jun 18, 2026 with a price of $24To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Istanbul Europe to Plovdiv, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $24 to $56 for a bus ticket from Istanbul Europe to Plovdiv based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $24 which is on 2026-06-22.
Usually Citylines LTD will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
