Has anyone recently rode the night train from Istanbul to Sofia (or Plovdiv) -- and if so, how did Bulgaria checkpoint handle the new EES/EU entry?
This will be my first time in Europe since the new system started. I don't think it's too likely that they are going to do that at 0200 or 0300 in the morning at Bulgarian/EU border, but I suppose it's possible.
If Bulgaria doesn't do it, will my exit point (flying home from Budapest) be disgruntled that it wasn't done?
Also welcome any insights about that night train. I've seen a few videos, and know that you have to buy ticket in person, but all the videos were before EES.
-Thanks/Happy Travels