Sofia to Plovdiv by bus
Travelling from Sofia to Plovdiv by bus takes about 2h 04m, run by ArdaTur. We found no quicker or cheaper option on this route.
A closer look at the Bus journey
What follows describes one observed route. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.
- Observed fare
- €9
- Total journey
- 2h 04m
- Change
- direct
- Operator
- ArdaTur
Older observation · Not checked for your date
The journey, step by step
- 1Sofia to Plovdiv
ArdaTur2h 04mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Departures from Sofia to Plovdiv
Karat S, Citylines, Union Ivkoni National runs 14 scheduled departures a day, the first at 08:00 and the last at 23:30.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| Karat S, Citylines, Union Ivkoni National | 14 | 08:00 | 23:30 |
| ArdaTur | 2 | 08:30 | 20:30 |
| Regional connection | 12 | — | — |
All departuresKarat S, Citylines, Union Ivkoni National
- 08:00
- 08:10
- 09:00
- 10:00
- 10:50
- 11:00
- 12:30
- 14:00
- 15:15
- 16:30
- 17:00
- 18:00
- 20:00
- 23:30
All departuresArdaTur
- 08:30
- 20:30
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Bus facts for this route
These come from the timetables and station records we hold for the bus only. A line we cannot back with data is left out.
- Departs from
- Sofia Airport
- Arrives at
- Plovdiv International Airport
- Bus operators
- Karat S, Citylines, Union Ivkoni National, Regional connection, ArdaTur
- Timetable
- First bus at 08:00, last at 23:30, 14 a day with Karat S, Citylines, Union Ivkoni National .
- Good to know
- Direct bus, no change on the way.
Before you travel
Seats and the service
Seat selection, breaks and the exact timetable vary by operator. Traffic and road conditions can change the journey time.
Baggage and ticket conditions
Baggage allowance and ticket conditions depend on the provider you choose and the fare type. This record holds neither, so check the change and cancellation terms before you buy.
Accessibility
Accessibility services and facilities are not in this record. Contact the operator before travelling for current information.
Other ways to travel
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | €20Reading date not recorded | 2h 45mdirect | See Train details |
- Train€20Reading date not recorded2h 45m · directSee Train details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
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. The first row books at 12Go. The other links here open at our partner Omio.
- Bus· 1h 50m€10Book
Omio last refreshed these on Sat, Oct 3
Sofia to Plovdiv by bus: common questions
How long does Sofia to Plovdiv take by bus?
About 2h 04m, with no transfer.
How much is a bus ticket from Sofia to Plovdiv?
The best price in our latest check was €9. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the bus from Sofia to Plovdiv?
ArdaTur. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is this the best option on the route?
Yes, by bus is the best option we found: 2h 04m, €9.
Route guides
- Sofia Plovdiv bus
- Sofia to Plovdiv by bus
- bus ticket Sofia to Plovdiv
- how long is the bus from Sofia to Plovdiv