How much is the bus ticket from Veliko Tarnovo to Ruse?

The cheapest coach tickets from Veliko Tarnovo to Ruse start from £7. The average price for this route is around £29. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Veliko Tarnovo to Ruse?

The average bus journey time from Veliko Tarnovo to Ruse is 15h, covering a distance of 55 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2h and is operated by Union Ivkoni .

Which bus companies service the Veliko Tarnovo to Ruse route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Veliko Tarnovo to Ruse?

The earliest bus departs from Veliko Tarnovo to Ruse at 03:00. And the latest bus departs at 21:30.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Veliko Tarnovo to Ruse?

A bus journey from Veliko Tarnovo to Ruse produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

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Next bus departures

Next departures from Veliko Tarnovo to Ruse on 10 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:30	Veliko Tarnovo	2h	11:30	Avtobusna Spirka Ruse	CheapestFastest
Bus	03:00	Veliko Tarnovo	16h	19:00	Avtobusna Spirka Ruse	No tags
Bus	03:00	Veliko Tarnovo	12h 30m	15:30	Avtobusna Spirka Ruse	No tags
Bus	03:00	Veliko Tarnovo	1d	03:30	Avtobusna Spirka Ruse	No tags
Bus	03:00	Veliko Tarnovo	18h 15m	21:15	Avtobusna Spirka Ruse	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 08:39 EET.

Get from Veliko Tarnovo to Ruse

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 15 hours, and with fares starting at just £7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

15hAverage duration

55 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Veliko Tarnovo and Ruse?

Stops in Veliko Tarnovo

A
Veliko Tarnovo
ul. "Nish" 1, 5002 Rayon Zapaden, Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria
B
Vasil Levski
ul. "Han Asparuh" 5, 5000 Rayon Zapaden, Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria

Stops in Ruse

A
Avtobusna Spirka Ruse
bul. "Tsar Osvoboditel" 156, 7012 Ruse, Bulgaria
Visit page
B
Petko D. Petkov
Русе, к-с Евас 7, вх. Б ет. 3, 7000 Ruse Center, Ruse, Bulgaria

Compare bus companies

Union Ivkoni

2.5/51,953 reviews

Staff2.8

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.7

WiFi0.9

Users have reported a positive experience with the bus service, highlighting punctual departures and arrivals. The check-in process was smooth, contributing to an overall satisfactory journey. While one review noted that the station's computer screen wasn't operational and lacked English signage, these factors did not detract significantly from the overall travel experience.

Union Ivkoni Veliko Tarnovo Ruse recent customer reviews

On time at departure. The station has computer screen but it was not on. It was no English sign at all, so the best I did when it was close to departure time I just asked the driver. The bus was old but clean. The driver was good at driving safe.

Sirinirundorn S.

16 October 2025

Bus was on time, a quick trip

Allan K.

23 August 2025

On time, no issues

Angelina H.

1 June 2025

BG Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Veliko Tarnovo to Ruse

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from Veliko Tarnovo to Ruse?
The cheapest coach tickets from Veliko Tarnovo to Ruse start from £7. The average price for this route is around £29. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Veliko Tarnovo to Ruse?
The average bus journey time from Veliko Tarnovo to Ruse is 15h, covering a distance of 55 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2h and is operated by Union Ivkoni.
Which bus companies service the Veliko Tarnovo to Ruse route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Veliko Tarnovo to Ruse?
The earliest bus departs from Veliko Tarnovo to Ruse at 03:00. And the latest bus departs at 21:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Veliko Tarnovo to Ruse?
A bus journey from Veliko Tarnovo to Ruse produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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08/12

£6

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£6

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£6

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£6

The cheapest trip from Veliko Tarnovo to Ruse was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of £6

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

You can expect to pay from £6 to £26 for a bus ticket from Veliko Tarnovo to Ruse based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £6, which is on 2025-12-14.