What is the cheapest way to get from Ancona to Plovdiv?

The cheapest way to get from Ancona to Plovdiv is to fly and bus which costs $90 - $260 and takes 9h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ancona to Plovdiv?

The fastest way to get from Ancona to Plovdiv is to train and fly and bus which takes 8h 51m and costs $100 - $300.

Is there a direct bus between Ancona and Plovdiv?

No, there is no direct bus from Ancona to Plovdiv station. However, there are services departing from Ancona and arriving at Plovdiv Sever Bus and Coach Station via Kumanovo and Sofia Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25h 1m.

How far is it from Ancona to Plovdiv?

The distance between Ancona and Plovdiv is 979 km. The road distance is 1573.1 km.

How do I travel from Ancona to Plovdiv without a car?

The best way to get from Ancona to Plovdiv without a car is to train and bus which takes 24h 27m and costs $140 - $200.

How long does it take to get from Ancona to Plovdiv?

It takes approximately 9h 52m to get from Ancona to Plovdiv, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ancona to Plovdiv bus from?

Ancona to Plovdiv bus services, operated by Hak Bus, depart from Ancona station.

Where does the Ancona to Plovdiv bus arrive?

Ancona to Plovdiv bus services, operated by Hak Bus, arrive at Kumanovo station.

What is the time difference between Ancona and Plovdiv?

Plovdiv is 1h ahead of Ancona. It is currently 4:28 PM in Ancona and 5:28 PM in Plovdiv.

Can I drive from Ancona to Plovdiv?

Yes, the driving distance between Ancona to Plovdiv is 1573 km. It takes approximately 15h 39m to drive from Ancona to Plovdiv.

Where can I stay near Plovdiv?

There are 727+ hotels available in Plovdiv.

Ancona to Plovdiv - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and shuttle

There are 9 ways to get from Ancona to Plovdiv by plane, bus, train, car, or shuttle

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Raffaello Sanzio Airport to Sofia Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Raffaello Sanzio Airport (AOI) to Sofia Airport (SOF)AOI - SOF
2. Take the bus from Sofia Airport Terminal 1 Bus Stop to Plovdiv Hotel Trimontium
9h 52m
$90–253
Train to Fiumicino International Airport, fly to Sofia Airport, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ancona to Roma Termini
2. Fly from Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) to Sofia Airport (SOF)FCO - SOF
3. Take the bus from Sofia Airport Terminal 1 Bus Stop to Plovdiv Hotel Trimontium
11h 11m
$84–290
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ancona to Bologna CentraleFr
2. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Padova
3. Take the bus from Padova to Sofia
4. Take the train from Sofia to PlovdivRe / ...
24h 27m
$140–199
Drive 1,573.1 km
1. Drive from Ancona to Plovdiv1,573.1 km
15h 39m
$285–411
Train to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport, fly to Sofia Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Ancona to Bologna Centrale
2. Fly from Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Sofia Airport (SOF)BLQ - SOF
3. Take the bus from Sofia Airport Terminal 1 Bus Stop to Plovdiv Hotel Trimontium
8h 51m
$100–297
Train to Roma Ciampino Airport, fly to Sofia Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Ancona to Roma Termini
2. Fly from Roma Ciampino Airport (CIA) to Sofia Airport (SOF)CIA - SOF
3. Take the bus from Sofia Airport Terminal 1 Bus Stop to Plovdiv Hotel Trimontium
11h 13m
$88–458
Train to Abruzzo Airport, fly to Bucharest Otopeni, shuttle
1. Take the train from Ancona to Pescara Centrale
2. Fly from Abruzzo Airport (PSR) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)PSR - OTP
3. Take a shuttle bus from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Plovdiv
11h 57m
$312–697
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ancona to Kumanovo
2. Take the bus from Kumanovo to Sofia
3. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Plovdiv Sever Bus and Coach Station
25h 1m
$147–174
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ancona to Tirana
2. Take the bus from Tirana to Sofia
3. Take the train from Sofia to PlovdivRe / ...
28h 23m
$156–159

Ancona to Plovdiv by train and bus

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24h 27mAverage Duration

$140Cheapest Price

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Distance: 979 km
Duration: 9h 52m

What companies run services between Ancona, Italy and Plovdiv, Bulgaria?

You can take a bus from Ancona to Plovdiv Sever Bus and Coach Station via Kumanovo, Sofia, and Sofia Central Bus Station in around 25h 1m.

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