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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | The Northern Railway Station | Plovdiv Bus Station South | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:17 AM EEST.
Get from Bucharest to Plovdiv
The journey takes about 10 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just PEN 173, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Bucharest and Plovdiv
Stops in Bucharest
- A
Militari
Strada Valea Cascadelor 2, București, Romania - B
Autogara Filaret
Autogara Filaret, Str. Piata Garii Filaret, nr. 1, Bükreş, Romanya - D
Bucarest
București , Romania - E
Strada Atelierului
Strada Atelierului 22, București, Romania - F
Bükreş Filaret Otogar (Bucureşti Filaret)
Strada Doctor Constantin Istrati 1, Bükreş / Romanya
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bucharest to Plovdiv 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 Bucharest to Plovdiv?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bucharest to Plovdiv start from PEN 173. The average price for this route is around PEN 188. 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 Bucharest to Plovdiv?
The average bus trip duration from Bucharest to Plovdiv is 10h 25m, covering a distance of 177 miles (285 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 25m and is operated by Openline.
Which bus companies service the Bucharest to Plovdiv route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bucharest to Plovdiv?
The earliest bus departs from Bucharest to Plovdiv at 10:10pm. And the latest bus departs at 10:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bucharest to Plovdiv?
A bus trip from Bucharest to Plovdiv generates an estimated 7.123175 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Bucharest to Plovdiv?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is LIKEBUS, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 31 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bucharest to Plovdiv?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Openline has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Bucharest to Plovdiv?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is LIKEBUS, with a punctuality rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bucharest to Plovdiv?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is LIKEBUS, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 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 Bucharest to Plovdiv was searched and found on Sep 9, 2026 with a price of PEN 174To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bucharest to Plovdiv, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from PEN 174 to PEN 175 for a bus ticket from Bucharest to Plovdiv based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PEN 174 which is on 2026-09-09.
