Sofia to Plovdiv Bus

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Sofia to Plovdiv by bus

The journey from Sofia to Plovdiv by bus is 132.07 km and takes 2 hrs 9 mins. There are 30 connections per day, with the first departure at 7:00 a.m. and the last at 11:30 p.m.. It is possible to travel from Sofia to Plovdiv by bus for as little as $13.02 or as much as $53.11. The best price for this journey is $13.02.

Lowest Price	$13.02
Journey Duration	2 hrs 9 mins
Connection per Day	Infobus, City Lines, Union Ivkoni, Group Plus, Grup Plus, Traventuria 30
Lowest Price	Infobus, City Lines, Union Ivkoni, Group Plus, Grup Plus, Traventuria $13.02
Highest Price	Infobus, City Lines, Union Ivkoni, Group Plus, Grup Plus, Traventuria $53.11
First Departure	Infobus, City Lines, Union Ivkoni, Group Plus, Grup Plus, Traventuria 7:00 a.m.
Last Departure	Infobus, City Lines, Union Ivkoni, Group Plus, Grup Plus, Traventuria 11:30 p.m.
Distance	Infobus, City Lines, Union Ivkoni, Group Plus, Grup Plus, Traventuria 132.07 km
Departure	Infobus, City Lines, Union Ivkoni, Group Plus, Grup Plus, Traventuria Sofia
Arrival	Infobus, City Lines, Union Ivkoni, Group Plus, Grup Plus, Traventuria Plovdiv
Carriers	Infobus, City Lines Infobus, City Lines, Union Ivkoni, Group Plus, Grup Plus, Traventuria

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Price as departure date approaches

Bus companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around $11.68 to $13.39 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 13% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Sofia to Plovdiv

The cheapest Sofia - Plovdiv bus tickets can be found for as low as $11.85 if you’re lucky, or $13.11 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $13.52.

Find the best day to travel to Plovdiv by bus

When travelling to Plovdiv by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board City Lines, Union Ivkoni and Group Plus from Sofia to Plovdiv

Compare services on board when travelling from Sofia to Plovdiv by bus.

Facilities	City Lines	Union Ivkoni	Group Plus	Grup Plus	Traventuria
Power sockets
Air conditioning
WiFi
Luggage
Accessibility
Food and drink

Sofia to Plovdiv CO2 Emissions by Bus

Train

9.24kg

Bus

9.91kg

Flight

26.41kg

Car

21.13kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Sofia to Plovdiv?

A bus ticket from Sofia to Plovdiv is $21.22. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $13.02.

What's the cheapest bus ticket from Sofia to Plovdiv?

The cheapest ticket you can get from Sofia to Plovdiv is $13.02. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.

What's the distance between Sofia and Plovdiv by bus?

Sofia to Plovdiv is 132.07 km.

How long does the bus between Sofia and Plovdiv take?

Sofia to Plovdiv is on average 2 hrs 9 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 1 hr 45 mins.

Which companies operate from Sofia to Plovdiv?

The bus journey from Sofia to Plovdiv is covered by 5 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Infobus, City Lines, Union Ivkoni, Group Plus, Grup Plus and Traventuria.

How many bus connections per day go from Sofia to Plovdiv?

Sofia to Plovdiv has 30 connection(s) per day on average.

What time does the first bus from Sofia to Plovdiv leave?

The earliest bus from Sofia to Plovdiv departs at 7:00 a.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.

What time does the last bus from Sofia to Plovdiv depart?

The latest bus from Sofia to Plovdiv departs at 11:30 p.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.

Should I book my ticket from Sofia to Plovdiv in advance?

If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is $13.02 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.

How many direct connections depart from Sofia to Plovdiv?

There are on average 30 direct connection(s) from Sofia to go to Plovdiv.

What's the fastest journey time between Sofia to Plovdiv by bus?

The fastest journey time by bus between Sofia and Plovdiv is 1 hr 45 mins.

Is there a direct bus from Sofia to Plovdiv?

Yes, there is a direct bus between Sofia and Plovdiv.

What are the CO2 emissions for Sofia to Plovdiv by bus?

The bus journey from Sofia to Plovdiv creates 9.91kg of CO2 emissions.