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Plovdiv to Istanbul Coach Timetable
Coach from Plovdiv to Istanbul: Journey Information
There are 8 intercity coaches per day from Plovdiv to Istanbul. Traveling by coach from Plovdiv to Istanbul usually takes around 6 hours and 26 minutes, but the fastest Arda Tur coach can make the trip in 5 hours and 35 minutes.
| Distance | 232 mi (374 km) |
| Shortest duration | 5h 35m |
| Cheapest price | £22.80 |
| Trips per day | 8 |
| Most frequent service | Arda Tur |
| Coach lines | 3 |
Coaches from Plovdiv to Istanbul
- Arda Tur: 3 daily coaches from £27
- Citylines: 3 daily coaches from £23
- FlixBus: 2 daily coaches from £24
What coach companies travel from Plovdiv to Istanbul?
There are 3 bus lines from Plovdiv to Istanbul available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 3 daily trips, Arda Tur usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:
Arda Tur is a Bulgarian intercity coach company serving a large number of cities in Bulgaria as well as destinations across Europe, like Czech Republic, Austria, and Germany. Onboard, you’ll find extra legroom, air conditioning, restrooms, complimentary WiFi and power outlets. There are also snacks and drinks available for purchase as well.
Citylines, a prominent Bulgarian bus company based in Sofia, offers an extensive network of routes connecting cities within Bulgaria and beyond, operating numerous daily trips. The company's services extend to countries such as Greece, Turkey, Montenegro, and Germany, providing convenient travel options for passengers. One of Citylines' popular routes is the 12-hour journey from Sofia to Athens, which runs twice daily, and passengers can enjoy amenities such as air conditioning, onboard restrooms, and Wi-Fi connectivity for a comfortable and convenient travel experience.
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 2 trips from Plovdiv to Istanbul, and usually makes the trip in about 6 hours and 0 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Plovdiv to Istanbul
The coach takes an average of 6 hours and 26 minutes to cover the 232 miles from Plovdiv to Istanbul. However, the fastest coach only takes 5 hours and 35 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first coach leaves at 00:00 and the last coach leaves at 21:00. To see the times for all coaches from Plovdiv to Istanbul, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Plovdiv?
Main departure station: Bul. Hristo Botev 47
Plovdiv has two coach stations with service to Istanbul.
All coach stations in Plovdiv:
Bul. Hristo Botev 47
Bus Station South
Where does the coach arrive in Istanbul?
Main arrival station: Esenler Otogarı Otoparkı
These are the two stations where coaches may stop when they arrive in Istanbul.
Coach stations in Istanbul:
Esenler Otogarı Otoparkı
Istanbul Esenler Otogari
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