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Which bus from Istanbul to Plovdiv is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Istanbul to Plovdiv. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like Citylines, Arda Tur or Metro Turizm. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

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£20
tomorrow
£20
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Thursday
£20
Friday
£20
Saturday
£20
Sunday
£20

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Alpar Turizm 7h 0m 21:00 Istanbul Otogar Coach Station 04:00 Plovdiv Central Coach Station  Basic £20
Huntur 6h 25m 18:00 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station 00:25 Plovdiv Central Coach Station  Basic £21
Arda Tur 5h 40m 14:00 Istanbul Otogar Coach Station 19:40 Plovdiv Central Coach Station  Basic £22
Kamil Koc 6h 45m 11:00 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station 17:45 Plovdiv North Bus Station  Economy £23
Metro Turizm 7h 0m 09:00 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station 16:00 Plovdiv Central Coach Station  Basic £31

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Alpar Turizm 7h 0m 21:00 Istanbul Otogar Coach Station 04:00 Plovdiv Central Coach Station  Basic £20
Huntur 6h 25m 18:00 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station 00:25 Plovdiv Central Coach Station  Basic £21
Arda Tur 5h 40m 14:30 Istanbul Otogar Coach Station 20:10 Plovdiv Central Coach Station  Basic £22
Kamil Koc 6h 45m 11:00 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station 17:45 Plovdiv North Bus Station  Economy £23
Citylines 7h 0m 09:00 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station 16:00 Plovdiv Central Coach Station  Basic £30

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Alpar Turizm 7h 0m 21:00 Istanbul Otogar Coach Station 04:00 Plovdiv Central Coach Station  Basic £20
Huntur 6h 25m 18:00 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station 00:25 Plovdiv Central Coach Station  Basic £21
Arda Tur 5h 40m 14:00 Istanbul Otogar Coach Station 19:40 Plovdiv Central Coach Station  Basic £22
Kamil Koc 6h 45m 11:00 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station 17:45 Plovdiv North Bus Station  Economy £23
Citylines 7h 0m 09:00 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station 16:00 Plovdiv Central Coach Station  Basic £30

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Alpar Turizm 7h 0m 21:00 Istanbul Otogar Coach Station 04:00 Plovdiv Central Coach Station  Basic £20
Huntur 6h 25m 18:00 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station 00:25 Plovdiv Central Coach Station  Basic £21
Arda Tur 5h 40m 14:00 Istanbul Otogar Coach Station 19:40 Plovdiv Central Coach Station  Basic £22
Kamil Koc 6h 45m 11:00 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station 17:45 Plovdiv North Bus Station  Economy £23
Metro Turizm 7h 0m 09:00 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station 16:00 Plovdiv Central Coach Station  Basic £31

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Alpar Turizm 7h 0m 21:00 Istanbul Otogar Coach Station 04:00 Plovdiv Central Coach Station  Basic £20
Huntur 6h 25m 18:00 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station 00:25 Plovdiv Central Coach Station  Basic £21
Arda Tur 5h 40m 14:30 Istanbul Otogar Coach Station 20:10 Plovdiv Central Coach Station  Basic £22
Kamil Koc 6h 45m 11:00 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station 17:45 Plovdiv North Bus Station  Economy £23
Metro Turizm 7h 0m 09:00 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station 16:00 Plovdiv Central Coach Station  Basic £31

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Alpar Turizm 7h 0m 21:00 Istanbul Otogar Coach Station 04:00 Plovdiv Central Coach Station  Basic £20
Huntur 6h 25m 18:00 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station 00:25 Plovdiv Central Coach Station  Basic £21
Arda Tur 5h 40m 14:00 Istanbul Otogar Coach Station 19:40 Plovdiv Central Coach Station  Basic £22
Kamil Koc 6h 45m 11:00 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station 17:45 Plovdiv North Bus Station  Economy £23
Citylines 7h 0m 09:00 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station 16:00 Plovdiv Central Coach Station  Basic £30

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Istanbul to Plovdiv is £16 on 14/05/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Istanbul and Plovdiv?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Istanbul to Plovdiv. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 29 daily coaches from Istanbul to Plovdiv. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 29 daily coaches between Istanbul and Plovdiv.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 102 coaches from Istanbul to Plovdiv, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Istanbul and Plovdiv, with 30 offers.

All facts for Istanbul to Plovdiv bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like Citylines, Arda Tur and Metro Turizm that travel daily 29 times by bus from Istanbul to Plovdiv in one click. Book your Istanbul to Plovdiv bus ticket starting from £16!

Cheapest Bus £16
Fastest Bus 5h 20m
Earliest Coach 09:00
Latest Coach 23:59
Daily Bus Connections 29 Ø
Distance 373.7 km
Coach Companies Citylines, Arda Tur, Metro Turizm, Huntur, Metro Bulgaria, Kamil Koc, Alpar Turizm and Panorama Trans

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Istanbul to Plovdiv?

Every day, 29 buses from 8 coach companies leave Istanbul for Plovdiv. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 04/05/2026 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 04/05
£20
Tuesday 05/05
£19
Wednesday 06/05
Thursday 07/05
£19
Friday 08/05
£21
Saturday 09/05
£19
Sunday 10/05
£19
Monday 11/05
£19
Tuesday 12/05
£26
Wednesday 13/05
£22
Thursday 14/05
£16
Friday 15/05
£26
Saturday 16/05
£23
Sunday 17/05
£26
Monday 18/05
£26
Tuesday 19/05
£26
Wednesday 20/05
£21
Thursday 21/05
£16
Friday 22/05
£16
Saturday 23/05
£26
Sunday 24/05
£19
Monday 25/05
£19
Tuesday 26/05
£26
Wednesday 27/05
£20
Thursday 28/05
£19
Friday 29/05
£19
Saturday 30/05
£23
Sunday 31/05

The cheapest time to travel from Istanbul to Plovdiv

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Istanbul to Plovdiv, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £16, Thursday is the cheapest day for a coach from Istanbul to Plovdiv. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £19.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Istanbul to Plovdiv, with £20. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £23.

How to save money travelling from Istanbul to Plovdiv

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Istanbul to Plovdiv in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Istanbul to Plovdiv, 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 Istanbul to Plovdiv are also emptier.

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

What are the most popular bus companies from Istanbul to Plovdiv?

These are the most booked bus companies by our users on the Istanbul to Plovdiv timetable.

Citylines from Istanbul to Plovdiv

Citylines

Here you will find the key facts about the Citylines bus route Istanbul to Plovdiv:

Cheapest Price £22
Fastest Coach 5h 30m
Earliest Coach 09:00
Last Coach 23:00
Daily Connections 8 Ø
Found on 03/05/2026

Huntur from Istanbul to Plovdiv

Huntur

Here you will find the key facts about the Huntur bus route Istanbul to Plovdiv:

Cheapest Price £21
Fastest Coach 5h 30m
Earliest Coach 18:00
Last Coach 18:00
Daily Connections 3 Ø
Found on 03/05/2026
In total 8 operators offer buses for this route. Find all bus timetables for them. Each coach company has a dedicated cancellation policy and possibilities for transport luggage on the bus. Check also special conditions to travel with kids or coach cards with rebates.

All bus stations and stops in Istanbul and Plovdiv

Here is a map with all coach stations in Istanbul and Plovdiv. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Istanbul to Plovdiv? Compare all modes of transports from Istanbul to Plovdiv.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Istanbul to Plovdiv

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Istanbul to Plovdiv. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Istanbul to Plovdiv bus

How much does a Istanbul Plovdiv coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Istanbul Plovdiv bus trip is available from £16 and takes 7h 0m. Compare offers and save money!

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

This connection is offered by 8 companies with ticket prices ranging from £16 to £40. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Plovdiv.

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

Each day, the bus route from Istanbul to Plovdiv is offered by roughly 29 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Plovdiv from Istanbul take?

The quickest coach from Istanbul to Plovdiv is provided by Arda Tur and takes 5h 20m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £23. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Istanbul to Plovdiv?

The earliest bus to Plovdiv departs from Istanbul at 09:00. 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 Istanbul to Plovdiv?

The latest bus to Plovdiv departs from Istanbul at 23:59. 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 Istanbul Plovdiv route?

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

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Plovdiv?

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

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

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Istanbul Plovdiv 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 Istanbul Plovdiv 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 Istanbul to Plovdiv on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best coach deals from Istanbul to Plovdiv?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 29 daily trips between Istanbul and Plovdiv. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Istanbul to Plovdiv?

Prices and availability for 29 trips between Istanbul and Plovdiv change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

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

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.

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