How to get from Nessebar to Plovdiv
- 251 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: bus, 7h 18m
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We compared the ways to travel from Nessebar to Plovdiv. The most useful door-to-door route takes 7h 18m by bus, train, 1 transfer. The two cities are about 251 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This fare comes from a search on September 17, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
251 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €75Older observation | 5h 27m1 transfer | See Flight details |
| Bus | €32Older observation | 7h 18m1 transfer | See Bus details |
- Flight€75Older observation5h 27m · 1 transferSee Flight details
- Bus€32Older observation7h 18m · 1 transferSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Nessebar to Plovdiv: cheapest or fastest?
Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Nessebar → Stara Zagorabus
ArdaTur·3h 15m - 2Stara Zagora → PlovdivtrainBulgarian State Railways·1h 39m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
- Bus· 4h 49m€19Book
Omio last refreshed these on Mon, Sep 28
Operators seen on these journeys
ArdaTurNessebar-Stara ZagoraBook →Bulgarian State RailwaysStara Zagora-Plovdiv, Sofia Airport-PlovdivBook →
Pegasus AirlinesSabiha Gökçen Airport-Sofia AirportSee live options and dates →On this route you travel with ArdaTur, Bulgarian State Railways, Pegasus Airlines; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Nessebar to Plovdiv works
Start with a ArdaTur bus from Nessebar to Stara Zagora, about 3h 15m. Transfer in Stara Zagora and continue by Bulgarian State Railways train on to Plovdiv (1h 39m). In total it's roughly €32 over 7h 18m, 1 transfer.
Nessebar to Plovdiv: common questions
How long does it take to get from Nessebar to Plovdiv?
The most useful route takes about 7h 18m by bus, train, 1 transfer.
Is there a bus from Nessebar to Plovdiv?
Our route search found a bus option, but we hold no verified timetable for this route yet. Check the operator's own timetable for departure times.
Is there a train from Nessebar to Plovdiv?
Our route search found a train option, but we hold no verified timetable for this route yet. Check the operator's own timetable for departure times.
How far is Plovdiv from Nessebar?
About 251 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Nessebar to Plovdiv cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €32. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Nessebar to Plovdiv?
On this route you travel with ArdaTur, Bulgarian State Railways, Pegasus Airlines.
What is the cheapest way to get from Nessebar to Plovdiv?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: ArdaTur, Bulgarian State Railways
Route calculated: 25 Sep 2026
Prices checked: 17 Sep 2026