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 - $35 and takes 5h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Plovdiv to Bucharest is to shuttle which takes 5h 11m and costs $280 - $400.

Is there a direct bus between Plovdiv and Bucharest?

No, there is no direct bus from Plovdiv station to Bucharest. However, there are services departing from Plovdiv Bus Station South and arriving at Bucharest via Sofia Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 30m.

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 Stara Zagora. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.

How far is it from Plovdiv to Bucharest?

The distance between Plovdiv and Bucharest is 552 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 8h 30m and costs $45 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 8h 30m 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 FlixBus, depart from Plovdiv Bus Station South.

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 FlixBus, arrive at Sofia station.

Where does the Plovdiv to Bucharest train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Plovdiv to Bucharest?

Yes, the driving distance between Plovdiv to Bucharest is 355 km. It takes approximately 5h 33m to drive from Plovdiv to Bucharest.

Where can I stay near Bucharest?

There are 5454+ 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, plane, 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 Bus Station South to Sofiabus N1999
2. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Bucharestbus Sofia-Bucharest
8h 30m
$47–56
Train, night train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Plovdiv to Stara Zagoratrain 8611 / ...
2. Take the night train from Stara Zagora to Bucharestnighttrain Bosphor Express
5h 49m
$14–31
Drive 354.5 km
1. Drive from Plovdiv to Bucharestcar 354.5 km
5h 33m
$57–82
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Plovdiv North Bus and Coach Station to Sofia Airport Terminal 1 Bus Stopbus
2. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)plane SOF - OTP
5h 21m
$137–300
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Plovdiv to Bucharestshuttle
5h 11m
$280–400

Sofia Airport (SOF) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) flights

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1h 5mAverage Duration

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Plovdiv to Bucharest.

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Distance: 551.7 km
Duration: 8h 30m

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

You can take a bus from Plovdiv Bus Station South to Bucharest via Sofia and Sofia Central Bus Station in around 8h 30m.

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