What is the distance between Stara Zagora and Plovdiv?

The distance between Stara Zagora and Plovdiv is approximately 80 km (50 miles).

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Stara Zagora to Plovdiv?

Buses departing from Stara Zagora Avtobusna Zupynka in Stara Zagora will take you to Sever in Plovdiv.

Bus from Stara Zagora to Plovdiv starting at $13 | Compare & Save up to 60%

Next bus departures

Next departures for Stara Zagora to Plovdiv on November 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:00am	Starza Zagora avtobusna spirka	1h 25m	10:25am	Sever	CheapestFastest
Bus	9:00am	Starza Zagora avtobusna spirka	10h	7:00pm	Sever	No tags
Bus	10:07am	Starza Zagora avtobusna spirka	8h 53m	7:00pm	Sever	No tags
Bus	9:00am	Starza Zagora avtobusna spirka	16h 15m	1:15am	Plovdiv Bus and Coach Station Sever	No tags
Bus	10:07am	Starza Zagora avtobusna spirka	15h 8m	1:15am	Plovdiv Bus and Coach Station Sever	No tags

Next departures for Stara Zagora to Plovdiv on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:00am	Starza Zagora avtobusna spirka	1h 25m	10:25am	Sever	CheapestFastest
Bus	4:00am	Starza Zagora avtobusna spirka	15h	7:00pm	Sever	No tags
Bus	9:00am	Starza Zagora avtobusna spirka	10h	7:00pm	Sever	No tags
Bus	10:07am	Starza Zagora avtobusna spirka	8h 53m	7:00pm	Sever	No tags
Bus	4:00am	Starza Zagora avtobusna spirka	9h 15m	1:15pm	Sever	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:44 PM EET.

Get from Stara Zagora to Plovdiv

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 9 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

9h 45mAverage Duration

80 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Union Ivkoni

2.5/51,946 reviews

Staff2.8

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness2.7

Wifi0.9

Based on 1946 reviews, the company was rated 2.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the WiFi. Union Ivkoni ticket prices on this trip start at $16

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Where are the popular stops in Stara Zagora and Plovdiv?

Stops in Stara Zagora

A - Stara Zagora Avtobusna Zupynka

B - Blvd Slavianski

C - General Gurko

Stops in Plovdiv

A - Sever

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Stara Zagora to Plovdiv by bus

What is the distance between Stara Zagora and Plovdiv?
The distance between Stara Zagora and Plovdiv is approximately 80 km (50 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Stara Zagora to Plovdiv?
Buses departing from Stara Zagora Avtobusna Zupynka in Stara Zagora will take you to Sever in Plovdiv.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-15

$13

11-16

$13

Today

$13

11-18

$13

11-19

$13

11-20

$13

11-21

$14

11-22

$14

The cheapest trip from Stara Zagora to Plovdiv was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $13

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Stara Zagora to Plovdiv, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $13 to $38 for a bus ticket from Stara Zagora to Plovdiv based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $13 which is on 2025-11-19.