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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Sofia Central Bus Station | Sever | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Sofia Central Bus Station | Plovdiv Bus and Coach Station Sever | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Sofia Avtobusna Spirka | Plovdiv Central Train Station Bus Stop, Bul. Hristo Botev 46, Plovdiv | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Sofia Central Bus Station | Sever | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Sofia Central Bus Station | Sever | No tags |
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Get from Sofia to Plovdiv
The journey takes about 2 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just MAD 105, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Sofia and Plovdiv?
Stops in Sofia
- A
Serdika
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 108, 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria - C
Central Bus Station - Sofia
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria - D
Central Bus Station
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria - E
Knyaginya Maria Luiza
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 65, 1202 Sofia Center, Sofia, Bulgaria - F
Lukoil
E80 9086, 1331 Sofia, Bulgaria
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Sofia 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 Sofia to Plovdiv?
The cheapest bus tickets from Sofia to Plovdiv start from MAD 105. The average price for this route is around MAD 254. 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 Sofia to Plovdiv?
The average bus trip duration from Sofia to Plovdiv is 2h 15m, covering a distance of 82 miles (132 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 34m and is operated by Traventuria.
Which bus companies service the Sofia to Plovdiv route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from Traventuria, Karat-S, Union Ivkoni, Grup Plus, Infobus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Sofia to Plovdiv?
The earliest bus departs from Sofia to Plovdiv at 4:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sofia to Plovdiv?
A bus trip from Sofia to Plovdiv generates an estimated 3.292275 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 Sofia to Plovdiv?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Traventuria, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 52 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Sofia to Plovdiv?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Infobus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Sofia to Plovdiv?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Grup Plus, with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Sofia to Plovdiv?
According to Busbud traveler 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 Sofia to Plovdiv was searched and found on Jun 23, 2026 with a price of MAD 113To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Sofia to Plovdiv, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from MAD 113 to MAD 394 for a bus ticket from Sofia to Plovdiv based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at MAD 113 which is on 2026-06-23.
Usually Traventuria will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
