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

The cheapest way to get from Prague to Plovdiv is to bus which costs $85 - $110 and takes 21h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Prague to Plovdiv is to fly and bus which takes 7h 16m and costs $65 - $200.

Is there a direct bus between Prague and Plovdiv?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Praha, ÚAN Florenc and arriving at Plovdiv Bus Station South station. Services depart five times a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21h 55m.

How far is it from Prague to Plovdiv?

The distance between Prague and Plovdiv is 1239 km. The road distance is 1381.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Prague to Plovdiv without a car is to bus which takes 21h 55m and costs $85 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 7h 16m to get from Prague to Plovdiv, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prague to Plovdiv bus from?

Prague to Plovdiv bus services, operated by Arda Tur, depart from Praha, ÚAN Florenc station.

Where does the Prague to Plovdiv bus arrive?

Prague to Plovdiv bus services, operated by Arda Tur, arrive at Plovdiv Bus Station South.

What is the time difference between Prague and Plovdiv?

Plovdiv is 1h ahead of Prague. It is currently 10:01 PM in Prague and 11:01 PM in Plovdiv.

Can I drive from Prague to Plovdiv?

Yes, the driving distance between Prague to Plovdiv is 1382 km. It takes approximately 14h 11m to drive from Prague to Plovdiv.

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

Book your Prague to Plovdiv bus tickets online with Omio and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Plovdiv?

There are 755+ hotels available in Plovdiv.

Prague to Plovdiv - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and shuttle

There are 7 ways to get from Prague to Plovdiv by plane, bus, car, shuttle, 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.

Fly Václav Havel Airport Prague to Sofia Airport, bus
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1. Fly from Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane PRG - SOF
2. Take the bus from Sofia Airport Terminal 1 Bus Stop to Plovdiv Hotel Trimontiumbus
7h 16m
$65–193
Bus
1. Take the bus from Praha, ÚAN Florenc to Plovdiv Bus Station Southbus Arda-Tur
21h 55m
$85–110
Drive 1,381.5 km
1. Drive from Prague to Plovdivcar 1,381.5 km
14h 11m
$245–354
Fly Václav Havel Airport Prague to Bucharest Otopeni, shuttle
1. Fly from Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)plane PRG - OTP
2. Take a shuttle bus from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Plovdivshuttle
10h 17m
$327–564
Fly Václav Havel Airport Prague to Burgas Airport, train
1. Fly from Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Burgas Airport (BOJ)plane PRG - BOJ
2. Take the train from Burgas to Plovdivtrain
9h 56m
$122–312
Train to Vienna International Airport, fly to Sofia Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Wien Hbftrain
2. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane VIE - SOF
3. Take the bus from Sofia Airport Terminal 1 Bus Stop to Plovdiv Hotel Trimontiumbus
11h 5m
$65–259
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Praha, ÚAN Florenc to Sofiabus N982
2. Take the train from Sofia to Plovdivtrain 8611 / ...
26h 30m
$126–174

Prague to Plovdiv by bus

11Weekly Buses

21h 55mAverage Duration

$85Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,239.3 km
Duration: 7h 16m

What companies run services between Prague, Czechia and Plovdiv, Bulgaria?

Arda Tur operates a bus from Praha, ÚAN Florenc to Plovdiv Bus Station South once daily. Tickets cost $85–130 and the journey takes 21h 55m. Racic Eurobus also services this route 4 times a week.

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