Sofia to Plovdiv bus

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Cheap bus tickets from Sofia to Plovdiv

Showing times and prices for Sep 12

Cheapest

$12

Average

$12

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

Cheapest

10:00AM2h20

София, Централна Aвтогара (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara)

12:20PMPlovdiv

$121One-way

0 transfers

Cheapest

12:10PM2h20

София, Централна Aвтогара (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara)

02:30PMPlovdiv

$121One-way

0 transfers

Cheapest

10:50AM2h20

София, Централна Aвтогара (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara)

01:10PMPlovdiv

$121One-way

0 transfers

Cheapest

08:10AM2h20

София, Централна Aвтогара (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara)

10:30AMPlovdiv

$121One-way

0 transfers

2nd Cheapest

05:00PM2h00

София, Централна Aвтогара (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara)

07:00PMPlovdiv

$131One-way

0 transfers

Bus schedule from Sofia to Plovdiv

Showing buses for tomorrow, Thursday, September 12

Karat-S

08:10AM2h20

София, Централна Aвтогара (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara)

10:30AMPlovdiv

0 transfers

Karat-S

10:00AM2h20

София, Централна Aвтогара (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara)

12:20PMPlovdiv

0 transfers

Karat-S

10:50AM2h20

София, Централна Aвтогара (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara)

01:10PMPlovdiv

0 transfers

Karat-S

12:10PM2h20

София, Централна Aвтогара (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara)

02:30PMPlovdiv

0 transfers

Union Ivkoni National

05:00PM2h00

София, Централна Aвтогара (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara)

07:00PMPlovdiv

0 transfers

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How far in advance should I book bus tickets from Sofia to Plovdiv?

The best time to book your bus from Sofia to Plovdiv is 84 days before departure. See how prices for buses change on the Sofia to Plovdiv route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Sofia to Plovdiv per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your bus from Sofia to Plovdiv.

Buses

from $9

Bus times from Sofia to Plovdiv

Showing times and prices for Sep 12

Fastest Journey

2 h

Average

2 h 16 m

Buses per day

Distance

132 km

Of the 5 buses that leave Sofia for Plovdiv every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest

05:00PM2h00

София, Централна Aвтогара (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara)

07:00PMPlovdiv

$131One-way

0 transfers

2nd Fastest

10:00AM2h20

София, Централна Aвтогара (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara)

12:20PMPlovdiv

$121One-way

0 transfers

2nd Fastest

12:10PM2h20

София, Централна Aвтогара (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara)

02:30PMPlovdiv

$121One-way

0 transfers

2nd Fastest

10:50AM2h20

София, Централна Aвтогара (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara)

01:10PMPlovdiv

$121One-way

0 transfers

2nd Fastest

08:10AM2h20

София, Централна Aвтогара (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara)

10:30AMPlovdiv

$121One-way

0 transfers

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Overview: Bus from Sofia to Plovdiv

Distance	81 miles (131 km)
Average bus duration	2 h
Average bus ticket price	$10 (€8)
Direct bus	Yes
Bus companies	Karat-S, Pinkbus or FlixBus

Buses from Sofia to Plovdiv cover the 81 miles (131 km) long trip taking on average 2 h with our travel partners like Karat-S, Pinkbus or FlixBus. There are direct bus services available. While the average ticket price for this journey costs around $10 (€8), you can find the cheapest bus ticket for as low as $9 (€8). Travelers depart most frequently from Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) and arrive in Plovdiv, North Bus Station.

Bus providers: Karat-S, Pinkbus and Ourbus from Sofia to Plovdiv

Travel from Sofia to Plovdiv from $9 (€8) with Omio’s bus partners Karat-S, Pinkbus and Ourbus! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable trip for you.

FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost bus companies in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travelers in both continents the option to take a long-distance bus at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long bus journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.

Sofia to Plovdiv bus information with FlixBus:

Average Duration: 2 h 20 min
Cheapest Price: $9

FAQs: Bus from Sofia to Plovdiv

FAQs: Take the bus from Sofia to Plovdiv with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Sofia to Plovdiv.

Cheap bus tickets from Sofia to Plovdiv can start from as little as $9 (€8) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Sofia to Plovdiv is $10 (€8); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Sofia to Plovdiv bus travel time is 2 h for the 81 mile (131 km) long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first bus from Sofia to Plovdiv leaves at 5: 10 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last bus from Sofia to Plovdiv leaves at 2: 00 PM.

When taking a bus from Sofia to Plovdiv, you can count on Karat-S, Pinkbus or FlixBus for the best way to get you to Plovdiv. You can also check all possible bus providers who offer a service to Plovdiv from Sofia and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара), which is located around 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Plovdiv, North Bus Station, located 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month to travel from Sofia to Plovdiv by bus is June.

Yes, you can take a bus between Sofia and Plovdiv.