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

The cheapest way to get from Sofia to Plovdiv is to train which costs $5 - $8 and takes 2h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sofia to Plovdiv is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Sofia and Plovdiv?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sofia Central Bus Station station and arriving at Plovdiv Central Train Station Bus Stop station. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Sofia and Plovdiv?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sofia and arriving at Plovdiv. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Sofia to Plovdiv?

The distance between Sofia and Plovdiv is 147 km. The road distance is 143.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Sofia to Plovdiv without a car is to bus which takes 2h 20m and costs $6 - $13.

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

The bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Plovdiv Central Train Station Bus Stop takes 2h 20m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Plovdiv bus from?

Sofia to Plovdiv bus services, operated by Citylines, depart from Sofia Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Plovdiv train from?

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

Train or bus from Sofia to Plovdiv?

The best way to get from Sofia to Plovdiv is to bus which takes 2h 20m and costs $6 - $13. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $5 - $8 and takes 2h 44m.

Where does the Sofia to Plovdiv bus arrive?

Sofia to Plovdiv bus services, operated by Citylines, arrive at Plovdiv Central Train Station Bus Stop.

Where does the Sofia to Plovdiv train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sofia to Plovdiv?

Yes, the driving distance between Sofia to Plovdiv is 143 km. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Sofia to Plovdiv.

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

Book your Sofia to Plovdiv bus tickets online with Omio, Distribusion and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Plovdiv?

There are 810+ hotels available in Plovdiv.

Sofia to Plovdiv - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Sofia to Plovdiv by bus, train, car, or taxi

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 Sofia Central Bus Station to Plovdiv Central Train Station Bus Stopbus Citylines 12 / ...
2h 20m
$6–13
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Sofia to Plovdivtrain Ic
2h 44m
$5–8
Drive 143.4 km
1. Drive from Sofia to Plovdivcar 143.4 km
1h 21m
$23–33
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sofia to Plovdivtaxi 143.4 km
1h 21m
$110–140

Sofia to Plovdiv by bus

115Weekly Buses

2h 20mAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 147 km
Duration: 2h 20m

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

Citylines operates a bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Plovdiv Central Train Station Bus Stop every 4 hours. Tickets cost $10–14 and the journey takes 2h 20m. Six other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) operates a train from Sofia to Plovdiv 4 times a day. Tickets cost $5–8 and the journey takes 2h 44m.

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