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Kapikule to Plovdiv trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Kapikule and Plovdiv takes 3h 48m and the fastest train takes 3h 8m. The train runs, on average, 6 times per week from Kapikule to Plovdiv. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 48m
Duration
160 km
Distance
$6
Average price
6 times a week
Frequency

Kapikule to Plovdiv train times

Trains run 6 times a week between Kapikule and Plovdiv. The earliest departure is at 2:20 AM at night, and the last departure from Kapikule is at 7:45 PM which arrives into Plovdiv at 10:53 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    train train 3h 57m • Direct

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    train train 3h 57m • Direct

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    train train 3h 57m • Direct

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    train train 3h 57m • Direct

Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    train train 3h 57m • Direct

Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    train train 3h 8m • Direct

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Kapikule to Plovdiv? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 160.1 km
  • Duration: 3h 48m

What companies run services between Kapikule, Turkey and Plovdiv, Bulgaria?

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) operates a train from Kapikule to Plovdiv twice daily. Tickets cost $2–5 and the journey takes 2h 56m. Turkish Railways (TCDD) also services this route once daily.

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