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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Plovdiv Train Station | Könyves Kálmán | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Avtogara Yug | Könyves Kálmán | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Plovdiv Train Station | Kelenföld | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Plovdiv Train Station | T2A Budapest Airport (BUD) | No tags |
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Get from Plovdiv to Budapest
The journey takes about 23 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $81, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Plovdiv and Budapest?
Stops in Budapest
- AKönyves Kálmán körút Straße, , die Haltestelle des Stadtverkehrs , Nr. 901, 918, 937
- BBudapest, Könyves Kálmán krt. 13, 1097 Hungary
- D
Kelenföld
Budapest, Etele tér 11, 1115 Hungary - EBudapest, Horvát Boldizsár u. 1, 1142 Hungary
- F
Budapest Airport BUD
Budapest, Ferihegyi Repülőtér, Hungary
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Plovdiv to Budapest by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Plovdiv to Budapest?
The cheapest bus tickets from Plovdiv to Budapest start from $81. The average price for this route is around $147. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Plovdiv to Budapest?
The average bus travel time from Plovdiv to Budapest is 23h 25m, covering a distance of 742 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 45m and is operated by Infobus.
Which bus companies service the Plovdiv to Budapest route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Plovdiv to Budapest?
The earliest bus departs from Plovdiv to Budapest at 5:45am. And the latest bus departs at 8:05pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Plovdiv to Budapest?
A bus trip from Plovdiv to Budapest generates an estimated 19 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Plovdiv to Budapest?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Karat-S, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 282 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Plovdiv to Budapest?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Infobus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Plovdiv to Budapest?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Karat-S, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Plovdiv to Budapest?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Infobus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Plovdiv to Budapest was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $94To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Plovdiv to Budapest, as early as possible.
