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Trip Overview

The average train between Kapikule and Plovdiv takes 2h 57m and the fastest train takes 2h 56m. There is at least one train per day 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.

2h 57m
Duration
160 km
Distance
$6
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

Kapikule to Plovdiv train times

Trains run once daily between Kapikule and Plovdiv. The earliest departure is at 3:20 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 2h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    train train 2h 56m • Direct

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    train train 2h 56m • Direct

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    train train 2h 56m • Direct
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    train train 3h 8m • Direct

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 2h 56m • Direct

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 2h 56m • Direct

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 2h 56m • Direct

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    train train 2h 56m • 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: 2h 57m

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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