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

The cheapest way to get from Plovdiv to Patras is to bus which costs €40 - €65 and takes 14h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Plovdiv to Patras is to drive which takes 10h 9m and costs €130 - €200.

Is there a direct bus between Plovdiv and Patras?

No, there is no direct bus from Plovdiv station to Patras. However, there are services departing from Plovdiv Bus Station South and arriving at Patras via Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 10m.

How far is it from Plovdiv to Patras?

The distance between Plovdiv and Patras is 877 km. The road distance is 769.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Plovdiv to Patras without a car is to bus via Thessaloníki which takes 14h 10m and costs €50 - €90.

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

It takes approximately 14h 10m to get from Plovdiv to Patras, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plovdiv to Patras bus from?

Plovdiv to Patras bus services, operated by Arda-Tur, depart from Plovdiv Bus Station South.

Where does the Plovdiv to Patras bus arrive?

Plovdiv to Patras bus services, operated by Arda-Tur, arrive at Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station.

Can I drive from Plovdiv to Patras?

Yes, the driving distance between Plovdiv to Patras is 770 km. It takes approximately 10h 9m to drive from Plovdiv to Patras.

Where can I stay near Patras?

There are 639+ hotels available in Patras.

Plovdiv to Patras - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Plovdiv to Patras by bus, car, plane, or train

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

Bus via Thessaloníki
best
1. Take the bus from Plovdiv Bus Station South to Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Stationbus Arda-Tur
2. Take the bus from Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station to Patrasbus
14h 10m
€50–86
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Plovdiv Bus Station South to Sofiabus N1999
2. Take the bus from Sofia to Pátrabus Union Ivkoni - Unibus 3696
14h 44m
€43–64
Drive 769.7 km
1. Drive from Plovdiv to Patrascar 769.7 km
10h 9m
€139–201
Bus, fly, train
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 Athens International Airport (ATH)plane SOF - ATH
3. Take the train from Athens to Kiatotrain
4. Take the bus from Kiato to Patrabus
10h 58m
€75–185
Bus via Volos
1. Take the bus from Plovdiv Hristo Botev to Volos Astiko KTEL Bus Stationbus Citylines 79
2. Take the bus from Volos to Patrasbus
16h
€60–83

Plovdiv to Patras by bus

2Weekly Buses

16hAverage Duration

€60Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Plovdiv to Patras.

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Distance: 876.9 km
Duration: 14h 10m

What companies run services between Plovdiv, Bulgaria and Patras, Greece?

You can take a bus from Plovdiv Bus Station South to Patras via Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station in around 14h 10m.

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