What is the cheapest way to get from Esenler to Plovdiv?

The cheapest way to get from Esenler to Plovdiv is to train which costs $11 - $18 and takes 12h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Esenler to Plovdiv?

The fastest way to get from Esenler to Plovdiv is to drive which takes 3h 46m and costs $60 - $95.

Is there a direct bus between Esenler and Plovdiv?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Istanbul Büyük Otogari and arriving at Plovdiv Hristo Botev. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Esenler and Plovdiv?

No, there is no direct train from Esenler to Plovdiv. However, there are services departing from Kartaltepe-Kocatepe and arriving at Plovdiv via Yenikapi and Halkalı. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 9m.

How far is it from Esenler to Plovdiv?

The distance between Esenler and Plovdiv is 408 km. The road distance is 403.9 km.

How do I travel from Esenler to Plovdiv without a car?

The best way to get from Esenler to Plovdiv without a car is to bus which takes 6h 30m and costs $12 - $35.

How long does it take to get from Esenler to Plovdiv?

The bus from Istanbul Büyük Otogari to Plovdiv Hristo Botev takes 6h 30m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Esenler to Plovdiv bus from?

Esenler to Plovdiv bus services, operated by Citylines, depart from Istanbul Büyük Otogari station.

Where do I catch the Esenler to Plovdiv train from?

Esenler to Plovdiv train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), depart from Halkalı station.

Train or bus from Esenler to Plovdiv?

The best way to get from Esenler to Plovdiv is to bus which takes 6h 30m and costs $12 - $35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $11 - $18 and takes 12h 9m.

Where does the Esenler to Plovdiv bus arrive?

Esenler to Plovdiv bus services, operated by Citylines, arrive at Plovdiv Hristo Botev station.

Where does the Esenler to Plovdiv train arrive?

Esenler to Plovdiv train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), arrive at Plovdiv station.

Can I drive from Esenler to Plovdiv?

Yes, the driving distance between Esenler to Plovdiv is 404 km. It takes approximately 3h 46m to drive from Esenler to Plovdiv.

How do I get a bus ticket from Esenler to Plovdiv?

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Where can I stay near Plovdiv?

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Esenler to Plovdiv - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Esenler to Plovdiv by bus, train, or car

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1. Take the bus from Istanbul Büyük Otogari to Plovdiv Hristo Botevbus Citylines 19 / ...
6h 30m
$12–35
Train
1. Take the train from Halkalı to Plovdivtrain
12h 9m
$12–18
Drive 403.9 km
1. Drive from Esenler to Plovdivcar 403.9 km
3h 46m
$64–92
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Istanbul to Haskovobus
2. Take the train from Dimitrovgrad to Plovdivtrain Re / ...
7h 5m
$18–29

Esenler to Plovdiv by bus

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Distance: 408 km
Duration: 6h 30m

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

Citylines operates a bus from Istanbul Büyük Otogari to Plovdiv Hristo Botev 3 times a day. Tickets cost $26–35 and the journey takes 6h 30m. Six other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Turkish Railways (TCDD) operates a train from Halkalı to Plovdiv once daily. Tickets cost $10–15 and the journey takes 10h 17m.

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