Plovdiv to Sofia bus with Karat-S

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Plovdiv to Sofia

Showing times and prices for Jun 16

Cheapest price

$21

Average price

$30

Fastest journey

1 h 45 m

Average duration

2 h 3 m

Buses per day

18

Distance

132 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Plovdiv to Sofia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Plovdiv to Sofia will cost around $30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.

Fast buses

Of the 18 buses that leave Plovdiv for Sofia on Mon, Jun 16, 18 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Mon, Jun 16 the direct buses cover the 132 km distance in an average of 2 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .

On Mon, Jun 16 the slowest buses will take 2 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

Karat-SSFPL
04:10PM2h20
Plovdiv, Tsentralna Gara (Пловдив, Централна Гара)
06:30PMSofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)
$211One-way
0 transfers
Karat-SSFPL
05:00PM2h20
Plovdiv, Tsentralna Gara (Пловдив, Централна Гара)
07:20PMSofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)
$211One-way
0 transfers
Karat-SSFPL
01:00PM2h20
Plovdiv, Tsentralna Gara (Пловдив, Централна Гара)
03:20PMSofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)
$211One-way
0 transfers
Karat-SSFPL
06:00PM2h20
Plovdiv, Tsentralna Gara (Пловдив, Централна Гара)
08:20PMSofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)
$211One-way
0 transfers
Karat-SSFPL
03:10PM2h20
Plovdiv, Tsentralna Gara (Пловдив, Централна Гара)
05:30PMSofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)
$211One-way
0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Plovdiv to Sofia

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Buses from Plovdiv to Sofia run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by train.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $9 (€7)
Distance
81 miles (131 km)
Average bus duration
2h 12m
Cheapest ticket price
$10 (€8)
Buses per day
8
Direct buses
8
Fastest bus
1h 55m
First bus
03:00
Last bus
23:30
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $9 (€7)

Bus Providers: Karat-S, Ourbus, City Lines, Infobus, FlixBus, Citylines, Union Ivkoni, Traventuria, BG Razpisanie from Plovdiv to Sofia

Karat-S

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Luggage & cancellation policy
luggage
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 25kg (70x50x30).
luggage
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag up to 25 kg.
cancellation
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
Amenities on board the bus
wifi
Wifi
foodOnboard
Food sold onboard
seatReservation
Seat reservation
bathroomOnboard
Toilets
usbPlugs
USB plugs
accessibility
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible restrooms.
bikes
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; must be packed in a bike bag.
pets
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.

City Lines

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Luggage & cancellation policy
luggage
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 8kg (55x35x25) and one checked bag up to 25kg (70x50x30).
luggage
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag up to 25 kg.
cancellation
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 20% fee.
Amenities on board the bus
wifi
Wifi
foodOnboard
Food sold onboard
seatReservation
Seat reservation
bathroomOnboard
Toilets
usbPlugs
USB plugs
accessibility
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible restrooms.
bikes
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; must be booked in advance.
pets
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.

Infobus

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Luggage & cancellation policy
luggage
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
luggage
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
cancellation
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
wifi
Wifi
foodOnboard
Food sold onboard
seatReservation
Seat reservation
bathroomOnboard
Toilets
usbPlugs
USB plugs
accessibility
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
bikes
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; may require prior reservation and an additional fee.
pets
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets may require a separate ticket.

FlixBus

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About
FlixBus is one of Europe's leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and offering long-distance bus services in Europe and the U.S. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe.
Luggage & cancellation policy
luggage
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
luggage
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
cancellation
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
wifi
Wifi
foodOnboard
Food sold onboard
seatReservation
Seat reservation
bathroomOnboard
Toilets
usbPlugs
USB plugs
accessibility
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
bikes
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
pets
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

Ourbus

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Luggage & cancellation policy
luggage
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs and one checked bag up to 50 lbs.
luggage
Additional luggage
10 USD per additional bag.
cancellation
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a full refund in the form of a travel credit.
Amenities on board the bus
wifi
Wifi
foodOnboard
Food sold onboard
seatReservation
Seat reservation
bathroomOnboard
Toilets
usbPlugs
USB plugs
accessibility
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Service animals allowed.
bikes
Bikes
Bikes are allowed.

Citylines

Union Ivkoni

Traventuria

BG Razpisanie

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Popular bus stations from Plovdiv to Sofia

Plovdiv
Sofia
The major bus station for departures in Plovdiv is Plovdiv, Avtogara Sever (Пловдив, Автогара Север). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Plovdiv, Avtogara Sever (Пловдив, Автогара Север) for your trip from Plovdiv to Sofia.
Plovdiv, Avtogara Sever (Пловдив, Автогара Север)
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Plovdiv, Tsentralna Gara (Пловдив, Централна Гара)
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Пловдив, Централна гара (Plovdiv, Tsentralna gara)
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The major bus station for arrivals in Sofia is Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) for your trip to Sofia from Plovdiv.
Amenities at bus station
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AccessibilityAccessibility
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Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
Knyaginya Maria Luiza Blvd
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)
  • Bus: 213, 305, 404 Metro: M2 Train: Sofia Central Station
Sofia, Sofia International Airport (T1) (София, Летище София (T1))

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