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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: April 28 at
    Departure city: Sofia
    Departure location: Sofia Airport Departure Terminal 1
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Plovdiv
    Destination location: Plovdiv ul. "Kapitan Raycho Nikolov"
    Operated by: TraventuriaTraventuria
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $38
  • This trip is recommended because it is: 2nd Cheapest
    Departure time: April 28 at
    Departure city: Sofia
    Departure location: Sofia Airport Departure Terminal 1
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Plovdiv
    Destination location: Sever
    Operated by: TraventuriaTraventuria
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $38
Bus Sofia to Plovdiv: Trip Overview

Bus Sofia to Plovdiv: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$40
Average bus trip duration1h 59m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure8:15 AM
Distance79 miles (126 km)
Latest bus departure9:20 AM

Sofia to Plovdiv Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures1
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures8:15AM - 9:20AM
Minimum Price$34
Average Ticket Price$40
Minimum Trip Duration1h55m
Average Bus Trip Duration1h59m
Distance79 miles (126 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteTraventuria
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Sofia - Plovdiv

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Plovdiv without a car. The bus trip is an affordable, safe and convenient way to travel between the two cities. Taking a ride with other travelers through carpool services is an additional option to consider.

The average travel time from Sofia to Plovdiv is about 1h 59m, but you can get there in as little as 1h 55m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 79 miles (126 km) that separate the two cities.

The distance separating Sofia and Plovdiv is 79 miles (126 km).

About 1 bus travels this route daily, provided by Traventuria. The number of buses from Sofia to Plovdiv can differ depending on the day of the week. Want to make your bus journey from Sofia to Plovdiv as easy as possible? Busbud has got you covered! Browse schedules, pick the perfect bus for your travel style and budget - all in one place.

The bus service operates between 8:15 AM and 9:20 AM.

The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $34.

You can expect to pay around $40 for a bus ticket. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $34 to $41, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Yes, a day trip from Sofia to Plovdiv is definitely doable. The total travel time for the round-trip is about 3h 50m. So you'll have plenty of time to discover Plovdiv before making your way back to Sofia.

Once in Plovdiv, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Regional Historical Museum - Exposition of Book Publishing in Bulgaria in 19th-20th century, Regional Ethnographic Museum, Regional Historical Museum - Bulgarian National Revival Exposition, City Art Gallery - Halls for Temporary Expositions and City Art Gallery - Exposition of Encho Pironkov.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Sofia to Plovdiv.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Sofia to Plovdiv, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Sofia to Plovdiv will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Sofia to Plovdiv, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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