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Istanbul Airport to Plovdiv

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Istanbul Airport, Turkey → Plovdiv, Bulgaria

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Six ways to Travel from Istanbul Airport to Plovdiv

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Transport providers

Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Website:
turkishairlines.com/
Plane from Istanbul to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.86–$407.64
Plane from Istanbul to Bucharest
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.54–$318.46
Plane from Istanbul to Varna
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.12–$458.59

Tarom

Website:
tarom.ro/
Plane from Istanbul to Bucharest
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.54–$318.46

Train operators

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)

Phone:
+35929311111
Website:
bdz.bg/en
Train from Halkali to Svilengrad
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.01–$12.10
Train from Svilengrad to Plovdiv
Ave. Duration:
2h 21m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$4.20–$8.28

Bus operators

Traventuria

Phone:
+359 2 493 0191
Website:
traventuria.com/
Bus from Sofia Airport Terminal 1 Bus Stop to Plovdiv
Ave. Duration:
1h 59m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$26.75–$36.94

Arda Tur

Phone:
0700 20 544
Website:
ardatur.bg
Bus from Istanbul Yotel Airport Exit A to Plovdiv
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$25.48–$35.67

Metro Turizm

Phone:
0850 222 34 55
Website:
metroturizm.com.tr/en
Bus from Edrine to Plovdiv
Ave. Duration:
3h 8m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.83–$15.29

Atlas Taxi

Phone:
+359 89 345 5533
Website:
atlastaxi.eu/
Bus from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Plovdiv
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$280.25–$458.59
Bus from Varna Airport to Plovdiv
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$95.54–$433.11

Istanbul Seyahat

Phone:
0850 222 59 59
Website:
istanbulseyahat.com.tr/
Bus from Istanbul Airport Bus to Edirne
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$16.19

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Plovdiv?

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Plovdiv is to night train and train which costs $11.96 - $20.65 and takes 10h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Plovdiv?

The fastest way to get from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Plovdiv is to drive which takes 3h 51m and costs $54.35 - $86.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul Airport (IST) and Plovdiv?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Istanbul Yotel Airport Exit A and arriving at Plovdiv Bus Station South station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Istanbul Airport (IST) and Plovdiv?

No, there is no direct train from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Plovdiv. However, there are services departing from Istanbul Airport and arriving at Plovdiv via Gayrettepe, Yenikapi, Halkali and Svilengrad. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 33m.

How far is it from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Plovdiv?

The distance between Istanbul Airport (IST) and Plovdiv is 614 km. The road distance is 393.7 km.

How do I travel from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Plovdiv without a car?

The best way to get from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Plovdiv without a car is to bus which takes 5h 40m and costs $21.74 - $30.43 .

How long does it take to get from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Plovdiv?

It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Plovdiv, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul Airport (IST) to Plovdiv bus from?

Istanbul Airport (IST) to Plovdiv bus services, operated by Arda Tur, depart from Istanbul Yotel Airport Exit A station.

Where do I catch the Istanbul Airport (IST) to Plovdiv train from?

Istanbul Airport (IST) to Plovdiv train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Halkali station.

Where does the Istanbul Airport (IST) to Plovdiv bus arrive?

Istanbul Airport (IST) to Plovdiv bus services, operated by Arda Tur, arrive at Plovdiv Bus Station South.

What is the time difference between Istanbul Airport (IST) and Plovdiv?

Plovdiv is 1h behind Istanbul Airport (IST). It is currently 11:12 in Istanbul Airport (IST) and 10:12 in Plovdiv.

Where does the Istanbul Airport (IST) to Plovdiv train arrive?

Istanbul Airport (IST) to Plovdiv train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Svilengrad station.

Can I drive from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Plovdiv?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul Airport (IST) to Plovdiv is 394 km. It takes approximately 3h 51m to drive from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Plovdiv.

How do I get a bus ticket from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Plovdiv?

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Where can I stay near Plovdiv?

There are 668+ hotels available in Plovdiv. Prices start at $22.40 per night.
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