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

The cheapest way to get from Plovdiv to Ruse is to train which costs $5 - $8 and takes 6h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Plovdiv to Ruse is to drive which takes 4h 22m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Plovdiv and Ruse?

No, there is no direct bus from Plovdiv to Ruse. However, there are services departing from Plovdiv and arriving at Ruse East via Veliko Tarnovo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Plovdiv and Ruse?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Filipovo and arriving at Ruse. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 44m.

How far is it from Plovdiv to Ruse?

The distance between Plovdiv and Ruse is 310 km. The road distance is 282.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Plovdiv to Ruse without a car is to bus which takes 5h 50m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from Plovdiv to Ruse, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plovdiv to Ruse bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Plovdiv to Ruse train from?

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

Train or bus from Plovdiv to Ruse?

The best way to get from Plovdiv to Ruse is to bus which takes 5h 50m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $5 - $8 and takes 6h 44m.

Where does the Plovdiv to Ruse bus arrive?

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

Where does the Plovdiv to Ruse train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Plovdiv to Ruse?

Yes, the driving distance between Plovdiv to Ruse is 282 km. It takes approximately 4h 22m to drive from Plovdiv to Ruse.

Where can I stay near Ruse?

There are 236+ hotels available in Ruse.

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

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Plovdiv to Veliko Tarnovobus
2. Take the bus from Veliko Tarnovo to Ruse Eastbus N983
5h 50m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Filipovo to Rusetrain Ic
6h 44m
$5–8
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Plovdiv to Dimitrovgradtrain Re / ...
2. Take the night train from Dimitrovgrad to Rusenighttrain Bosphor Express
4h 42m
$6–10
Drive 282.2 km
1. Drive from Plovdiv to Rusecar 282.2 km
4h 22m
$45–65
Bus via Kazanlak
1. Take the bus from Plovdiv to Kazanlakbus
2. Take the bus from Kazanlak to Rusebus
8h 17m
$10–18

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 309.8 km
Duration: 5h 50m

What companies run services between Plovdiv, Bulgaria and Ruse, Bulgaria?

You can take a bus from Plovdiv to Ruse East via Veliko Tarnovo in around 5h 50m. Alternatively, Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) operates a train from Filipovo to Ruse once daily. Tickets cost $5–8 and the journey takes 6h 44m.

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