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

The cheapest way to get from Ruse to Plovdiv is to night train and train which costs $11 - $21 and takes 4h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ruse to Plovdiv is to drive which takes 4h 20m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Ruse and Plovdiv?

No, there is no direct bus from Ruse to Plovdiv. However, there are services departing from Ruse and arriving at Plovdiv via Veliko Tarnovo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Ruse and Plovdiv?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ruse and arriving at Filipovo. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 47m.

How far is it from Ruse to Plovdiv?

The distance between Ruse and Plovdiv is 424 km. The road distance is 281.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Ruse to Plovdiv without a car is to train which takes 6h 47m and costs $13 - $22.

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

The train from Ruse to Filipovo takes 6h 47m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Ruse to Plovdiv bus from?

Ruse to Plovdiv bus services, operated by Ruse Bus, depart from Ruse station.

Where do I catch the Ruse to Plovdiv train from?

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

Train or bus from Ruse to Plovdiv?

The best way to get from Ruse to Plovdiv is to train which takes 6h 47m and costs $13 - $22. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $18 - $21 and takes 6h 55m.

Where does the Ruse to Plovdiv bus arrive?

Ruse to Plovdiv bus services, operated by Ruse Bus, arrive at Veliko Tarnovo station.

Where does the Ruse to Plovdiv train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ruse to Plovdiv?

Yes, the driving distance between Ruse to Plovdiv is 282 km. It takes approximately 4h 20m to drive from Ruse to Plovdiv.

Where can I stay near Plovdiv?

There are 730+ hotels available in Plovdiv.

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

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Ruse to Filipovo4631
6h 47m
$13–22
Night train, train
cheapest
1. Take the night train from Ruse to DimitrovgradBosphor Express
2. Take the train from Dimitrovgrad to Plovdiv492 / ...
4h 21m
$12–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ruse to Veliko Tarnovo
2. Take the bus from Veliko Tarnovo to Plovdiv
6h 55m
$18–20
Drive 281.9 km
1. Drive from Ruse to Plovdiv281.9 km
4h 20m
$45–65
Bus via Kazanlak
1. Take the bus from Ruse to Kazanlak
2. Take the bus from Kazanlak to Plovdiv
7h 45m

Ruse to Plovdiv by train

7Weekly Trains

6h 47mAverage Duration

$13Cheapest Price

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Distance: 424.4 km
Duration: 6h 47m

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

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) operates a train from Ruse to Filipovo once daily. Tickets cost $13–22 and the journey takes 6h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ruse to Plovdiv via Veliko Tarnovo in around 6h 55m.

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