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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Plovdiv to Istanbul from various bus operators like Vip Arda Tur, Arda Tur or Karat-S for the next days.
today
from £18
tomorrow
from £18
Wednesday
from £18
Thursday
from £18
Friday
from £18
Saturday
Sunday
from £18

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Kamil Koc
    7h 15m
    0
    01:15
    Plovdiv
    North Bus Station
    08:30
    Istanbul
    Esenler Coach Station
    0
    Kamil Koc
    Economy
    £18
  • Vip Arda Tur
    6h 35m
    0
    02:15
    Plovdiv
    North Bus Station
    08:50
    Istanbul
    Otogar Coach Station
    0
    Vip Arda Tur
    Economy
    £19
  • Arda Tur
    6h 35m
    0
    02:15
    Plovdiv
    Bus station
    08:50
    Istanbul
    Otogar Coach Station
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    £20
  • Huntur
    7h 30m
    0
    00:30
    Plovdiv
    Bus station
    08:00
    Istanbul
    Otogar Coach Station
    0
    Huntur
    Basic
    £21
  • Metro Turizm
    8h 0m
    0
    11:00
    Plovdiv
    Bus station
    19:00
    Istanbul
    Otogar Coach Station
    0
    Metro Turizm
    Basic
    £22

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Kamil Koc
    7h 15m
    0
    01:15
    Plovdiv
    North Bus Station
    08:30
    Istanbul
    Esenler Coach Station
    0
    Kamil Koc
    Economy
    £18
  • Vip Arda Tur
    6h 35m
    0
    02:15
    Plovdiv
    North Bus Station
    08:50
    Istanbul
    Otogar Coach Station
    0
    Vip Arda Tur
    Economy
    £19
  • Arda Tur
    6h 35m
    0
    02:15
    Plovdiv
    Bus station
    08:50
    Istanbul
    Otogar Coach Station
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    £20
  • Huntur
    7h 30m
    0
    00:30
    Plovdiv
    Bus station
    08:00
    Istanbul
    Otogar Coach Station
    0
    Huntur
    Basic
    £21
  • Metro Turizm
    8h 0m
    0
    11:00
    Plovdiv
    Bus station
    19:00
    Istanbul
    Otogar Coach Station
    0
    Metro Turizm
    Basic
    £22

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Kamil Koc
    7h 15m
    0
    01:15
    Plovdiv
    North Bus Station
    08:30
    Istanbul
    Esenler Coach Station
    0
    Kamil Koc
    Economy
    £18
  • Arda Tur
    7h 30m
    0
    02:15
    Plovdiv
    North Bus Station
    09:45
    Istanbul
    Esenler Coach Station
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    £19
  • Vip Arda Tur
    6h 35m
    0
    02:15
    Plovdiv
    North Bus Station
    08:50
    Istanbul
    Otogar Coach Station
    0
    Vip Arda Tur
    Economy
    £19
  • Huntur
    7h 30m
    0
    00:30
    Plovdiv
    Bus station
    08:00
    Istanbul
    Otogar Coach Station
    0
    Huntur
    Basic
    £21
  • Karat-S
    8h 0m
    0
    11:00
    Plovdiv
    Bus station
    19:00
    Istanbul
    Otogar Coach Station
    0
    Karat-S
    Basic
    £23

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Kamil Koc
    7h 15m
    0
    01:15
    Plovdiv
    North Bus Station
    08:30
    Istanbul
    Esenler Coach Station
    0
    Kamil Koc
    Economy
    £18
  • Kamil Koc
    7h 45m
    0
    13:15
    Plovdiv
    North Bus Station
    21:00
    Istanbul
    Esenler Coach Station
    0
    Kamil Koc
    Economy
    £18

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Kamil Koc
    7h 15m
    0
    01:15
    Plovdiv
    North Bus Station
    08:30
    Istanbul
    Esenler Coach Station
    0
    Kamil Koc
    Economy
    £18
  • Kamil Koc
    7h 45m
    0
    13:15
    Plovdiv
    North Bus Station
    21:00
    Istanbul
    Esenler Coach Station
    0
    Kamil Koc
    Economy
    £18
  • Arda Tur
    6h 35m
    0
    02:15
    Plovdiv
    Bus station
    08:50
    Istanbul
    Otogar Coach Station
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    £20
  • Arda Tur
    7h 45m
    0
    10:45
    Plovdiv
    Bus station
    18:30
    Istanbul
    Otogar Coach Station
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    £20
  • Karat-S
    8h 0m
    0
    11:00
    Plovdiv
    Bus station
    19:00
    Istanbul
    Otogar Coach Station
    0
    Karat-S
    Basic
    £23

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Kamil Koc
    7h 15m
    0
    01:15
    Plovdiv
    North Bus Station
    08:30
    Istanbul
    Esenler Coach Station
    0
    Kamil Koc
    Economy
    £18
  • Kamil Koc
    7h 45m
    0
    13:15
    Plovdiv
    North Bus Station
    21:00
    Istanbul
    Esenler Coach Station
    0
    Kamil Koc
    Economy
    £18
  • Vip Arda Tur
    6h 35m
    0
    02:15
    Plovdiv
    North Bus Station
    08:50
    Istanbul
    Otogar Coach Station
    0
    Vip Arda Tur
    Economy
    £19
  • Vip Arda Tur
    7h 45m
    0
    10:45
    Plovdiv
    North Bus Station
    18:30
    Istanbul
    Otogar Coach Station
    0
    Vip Arda Tur
    Economy
    £19
  • Karat-S
    15h 50m
    0
    16:10
    Plovdiv
    Bus station
    08:00
    Istanbul
    Esenler Coach Station
    0
    Karat-S
    Basic
    £32

Frequency of bus connections between Plovdiv and Istanbul

See here how frequent the connections between Plovdiv and Istanbul are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 21 daily coaches from Plovdiv to Istanbul. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Plovdiv and Istanbul.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 25 coaches from Plovdiv to Istanbul, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Plovdiv and Istanbul, with 18 offers.

Facts about coaches from Plovdiv to Istanbul

Compare all providers like Vip Arda Tur, Arda Tur and Karat-S that travel 14 times every day by bus from Plovdiv to Istanbul in one click! Book your bus ticket from Plovdiv to Istanbul starting from £18!

Cheapest Bus £18
Fastest Bus 6h 30m
Earliest Coach 00:30
Latest Coach 21:00
Daily Bus Connections 14 Ø
Distance 373.7 km
Coach Companies Vip Arda Tur, Arda Tur, Karat-S, Kamil Koc, Metro Turizm and Huntur

Cheapest coach connections from Plovdiv to Istanbul

Every day, 14 buses from 6 coach companies leave Plovdiv for Istanbul: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 02/12/2024 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 02/12
£18
Tuesday 03/12
£18
Wednesday 04/12
£21
Thursday 05/12
£18
Friday 06/12
£20
Saturday 07/12
£20
Sunday 08/12
£32
Monday 09/12
£18
Tuesday 10/12
£18
Wednesday 11/12
£18
Thursday 12/12
£18
Friday 13/12
£18
Saturday 14/12
£25
Sunday 15/12
Monday 16/12
£18
Tuesday 17/12
£18
Wednesday 18/12
£18
Thursday 19/12
£19
Friday 20/12
£20
Saturday 21/12
£20
Sunday 22/12
Monday 23/12
£18
Tuesday 24/12
£18
Wednesday 25/12
£22
Thursday 26/12
£32
Friday 27/12
£18
Saturday 28/12
£21
Sunday 29/12

The cheapest time to travel from Plovdiv to Istanbul

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Plovdiv to Istanbul, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £18, Thursday is the cheapest day for a coach from Plovdiv to Istanbul. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £18.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Plovdiv to Istanbul, with £18. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £19.

How to save money travelling from Plovdiv to Istanbul

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Plovdiv to Istanbul in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Plovdiv to Istanbul, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Plovdiv to Istanbul are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Plovdiv to Istanbul

These are the most booked bus companies between Plovdiv to Istanbul from our users.

All bus stations and stops in Plovdiv and Istanbul

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Plovdiv and Istanbul.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Plovdiv to Istanbul

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Plovdiv to Istanbul? Or which bus companies serve the route Plovdiv to Istanbul? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Plovdiv to Istanbul bus

How much does a Plovdiv - Istanbul coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Plovdiv - Istanbul bus trip is available from £18 and takes 7h 15m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Plovdiv to Istanbul?

The connection Plovdiv to Istanbul is offered by 6 companies with ticket prices ranging from £18 to £32. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

How many connections are available for the Plovdiv - Istanbul route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Plovdiv to Istanbul is offered by roughly 14 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Istanbul from Plovdiv take?

The quickest coach from Plovdiv to Istanbul is provided by Arda Tur and takes 6h 30m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £19. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Plovdiv to Istanbul?

The earliest bus to Istanbul departs from Plovdiv at 00:30. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Plovdiv to Istanbul?

The latest bus to Istanbul departs from Plovdiv at 21:00. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Plovdiv - Istanbul route?

Passengers looking to travel from Plovdiv to Istanbul can travel with Vip Arda Tur, Arda Tur and Karat-S. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Plovdiv and Istanbul?

You can check all the direct connections between Plovdiv and Istanbul by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Vip Arda Tur, Arda Tur and Karat-S.

What can I take with me on the bus to Istanbul from Plovdiv?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Plovdiv Istanbul bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Plovdiv Istanbul bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Plovdiv to Istanbul on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Plovdiv to Istanbul

Basic
Basic

Name referring to the typical seat you will find with companies that don’t distinguish between different classes.

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

Alternate transport types from Plovdiv to Istanbul

More bus routes to Plovdiv and to Istanbul

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Plovdiv and to Istanbul. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!

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