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

The cheapest way to get from Plovdiv to Bucharest is to train and night train which costs $13 - $30 and takes 6h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Plovdiv to Bucharest is to drive which takes 5h 29m and costs $55 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Plovdiv and Bucharest?

No, there is no direct bus from Plovdiv to Bucharest. However, there are services departing from Тунела – север-запад and arriving at București, Autogara Militari via Plovdiv and Veliko Tarnovo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Plovdiv and Bucharest?

No, there is no direct train from Plovdiv to Bucharest. However, there are services departing from Plovdiv and arriving at Bucharest via Dimitrovgrad. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 38m.

How far is it from Plovdiv to Bucharest?

The distance between Plovdiv and Bucharest is 385 km. The road distance is 354.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Plovdiv to Bucharest without a car is to bus which takes 9h 2m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 9h 2m to get from Plovdiv to Bucharest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plovdiv to Bucharest bus from?

Plovdiv to Bucharest bus services, operated by Plovdiv Express - 2000, depart from Plovdiv station.

Where do I catch the Plovdiv to Bucharest train from?

Plovdiv to Bucharest train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Plovdiv station.

Where does the Plovdiv to Bucharest bus arrive?

Plovdiv to Bucharest bus services, operated by Plovdiv Express - 2000, arrive at Veliko Tarnovo station.

Where does the Plovdiv to Bucharest train arrive?

Plovdiv to Bucharest train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Dimitrovgrad station.

Can I drive from Plovdiv to Bucharest?

Yes, the driving distance between Plovdiv to Bucharest is 355 km. It takes approximately 5h 29m to drive from Plovdiv to Bucharest.

Where can I stay near Bucharest?

There are 5385+ hotels available in Bucharest.

Plovdiv to Bucharest - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Plovdiv to Bucharest by bus, train, night 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Plovdiv to Veliko Tarnovo
2. Take the bus from Veliko Tarnovo to București, Autogara MilitariN983
9h 2m
Train, night train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Plovdiv to Stara Zagora8611 / ...
2. Take the night train from Stara Zagora to BucharestBosphor Express
6h 58m
$13–30
Train, night train via Dimitrovgrad
1. Take the train from Plovdiv to Dimitrovgrad1611 / ...
2. Take the night train from Dimitrovgrad to BucharestBosphor Express
5h 38m
$15–33
Drive 354.5 km
1. Drive from Plovdiv to Bucharest354.5 km
5h 29m
$57–82
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Plovdiv to Bucharest
5h 48m
$280–390

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Plovdiv to Bucharest.

Launch map view

Distance: 385.3 km
Duration: 9h 2m

What companies run services between Plovdiv, Bulgaria and Bucharest, Romania?

You can take a bus from Тунела – север-запад to București, Autogara Militari via Plovdiv and Veliko Tarnovo in around 9h 2m.

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