What is the cheapest way to get from Pleven to Budapest?

The cheapest way to get from Pleven to Budapest is to bus which costs 18 000 Ft - 27 000 Ft and takes 15h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Pleven to Budapest?

The fastest way to get from Pleven to Budapest is to shuttle and fly which takes 8h and costs 85 000 Ft - 160 000 Ft.

Is there a direct bus between Pleven and Budapest?

No, there is no direct bus from Pleven to Budapest. However, there are services departing from Pleven Bus Stop and arriving at Deák Ferenc tér M via Sofia Serdica Bus Station and Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Pleven and Budapest?

No, there is no direct train from Pleven to Budapest. However, there are services departing from Pleven and arriving at Eötvös tér via Ruse, Videle and Keleti pályaudvar M. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 17m.

How far is it from Pleven to Budapest?

The distance between Pleven and Budapest is 843 km. The road distance is 812 km.

How do I travel from Pleven to Budapest without a car?

The best way to get from Pleven to Budapest without a car is to train and night train and bus which takes 13h 26m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Pleven to Budapest?

It takes approximately 8h to get from Pleven to Budapest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pleven to Budapest bus from?

Pleven to Budapest bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, depart from Pleven Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Pleven to Budapest train from?

Pleven to Budapest train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Pleven station.

Train or bus from Pleven to Budapest?

The best way to get from Pleven to Budapest is to train which takes 23h 17m and costs 29 000 Ft - 33 000 Ft. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 18 000 Ft - 27 000 Ft and takes 15h 40m.

Where does the Pleven to Budapest bus arrive?

Pleven to Budapest bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, arrive at Sofia Central Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Pleven and Budapest?

Budapest is 1h behind Pleven. It is currently 1:45 PM in Pleven and 12:45 PM in Budapest.

Where does the Pleven to Budapest train arrive?

Pleven to Budapest train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Ruse station.

Can I drive from Pleven to Budapest?

Yes, the driving distance between Pleven to Budapest is 812 km. It takes approximately 10h 33m to drive from Pleven to Budapest.

Where can I stay near Budapest?

There are 6610+ hotels available in Budapest.

Pleven to Budapest - 9 ways to travel via train, shuttle, plane

There are 9 ways to get from Pleven to Budapest by shuttle, plane, train, night train, bus, or car

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

Shuttle to Bucharest Otopeni, fly to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
best
1. Take a shuttle bus from Pleven to Bucharest Otopeni Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)plane OTP - BUD
8h
Ft 88,588–159,487
Train to Sofia Airport, fly to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
cheapest
1. Take the train from Pleven to Sofia Severtrain
2. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)plane SOF - BUD
8h 3m
Ft 17,063–60,875
Train, night train, bus
1. Take the train from Pleven to Gorna Oryahovitsatrain
2. Take the night train from Gorna Oryahovitsa to Bucharestnighttrain
3. Take the bus from Bucharest to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvarbus
13h 26m
Train
1. Take the train from Pleven to Rusetrain
2. Take the train from Ruse to Videletrain
3. Take the train from Videle to Budapest-Keletitrain Ir
23h 17m
Ft 28,970–32,504
Drive 812 km
1. Drive from Pleven to Budapestcar 812 km
10h 33m
Ft 46,596–67,305
Shuttle to Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport, fly to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
1. Take a shuttle bus from Pleven to Bucharestshuttle
2. Fly from Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport (BBU) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)plane BBU - BUD
8h 23m
Ft 71,590–140,392
Shuttle to Bucharest Otopeni, fly to Oradea International Airport, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Pleven to Bucharest Otopeni Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Oradea International Airport (OMR)plane OTP - OMR
3. Take the bus from Oradea to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvarbus
9h 31m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pleven Bus Stop to Sofia Central Bus Stationbus Union Ivkoni / ...
2. Take the bus from Sofia Serdica Bus Station to Budapest Nepliget Bus Stationbus Citylines 57 / ...
15h 40m
Ft 18,768–26,338
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Pleven to Sofiatrain 461 / ...
2. Take the bus from Sofia to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvarbus N982
18h 18m
Ft 25,089–36,218

Pleven to Budapest by train and tram

7Weekly Services

23h 17mAverage Duration

Ft 28,970Cheapest Price

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Distance: 842.9 km
Duration: 8h

What companies run services between Pleven, Bulgaria and Budapest, Hungary?

You can take a train from Pleven to Eötvös tér via Ruse, Videle, Budapest-Keleti, and Keleti pályaudvar M in around 23h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pleven Bus Stop to Deák Ferenc tér M via Sofia Central Bus Station, Sofia Serdica Bus Station, Budapest Nepliget Bus Station, and Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar in around 15h 40m.

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