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 18m.

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 $270 - $390.

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 București, Autogara Militari via Sofia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 15m.

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 6h 18m.

How far is it from Plovdiv to Bucharest?

The distance between Plovdiv and Bucharest is 460 km. The road distance is 354.6 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 15m and costs $30 - $80.

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

It takes approximately 5h 21m 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 29m to drive from Plovdiv to Bucharest.

How do I get a bus ticket from Plovdiv to Bucharest?

Book your Plovdiv to Bucharest bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Bucharest?

There are 5336+ hotels available in Bucharest.

Plovdiv to Bucharest - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and night train

There are 6 ways to get from Plovdiv to Bucharest by bus, plane, 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, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Plovdiv North Bus and Coach Station to Sofia Airport Terminal 1 Bus Stop
2. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)SOF - OTP
5h 21m
$132–300
Train, night train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Plovdiv to Stara ZagoraRe
2. Take the night train from Stara Zagora to BucharestBosphor Express
6h 18m
$14–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Plovdiv Bus Station South to SofiaN1999
2. Take the bus from Sofia to București, Autogara MilitariN980
9h 15m
$35–77
Drive 354.6 km
1. Drive from Plovdiv to Bucharest354.6 km
5h 29m
$57–82
Bus via Pleven
1. Take the bus from Plovdiv to Pleven
2. Take the bus from Pleven Bus Station to București, Autogara MilitariUnion Ivkoni - Unibus 3670
11h
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Plovdiv to Bucharest
5h 11m
$270–390

Plovdiv to Bucharest by bus

5Weekly Buses

9h 15mAverage Duration

$35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 459.5 km
Duration: 5h 21m

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

You can take a bus from Plovdiv Bus Station South to București, Autogara Militari via Sofia in around 9h 15m.

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