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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Sofia Central Station to Plovdiv Central Station

Composite routes from Sofia Central Station to Plovdiv Central Station

Cheapest
1 h 23 min
Car
145 km.
from $7

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Sofia to Plovdiv
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$16.42–$24.00
Bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Plovdiv
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.42–$24.00

Union Ivkoni

Phone:
07001 8282
Email:
booking@union-ivkoni.com
Website:
union-ivkoni.com/
Bus from Sofia to Plovdiv
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.21–$13.90
Bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Plovdiv
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.21–$13.90

Citylines

Phone:
+3590885700870
Email:
support@citylines.eu
Website:
citylines.eu/
Bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Plovdiv
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$10.74–$16.42

Kamil Koc

Phone:
444 0 562
Email:
kamilkoc@kamilkoc.com.tr
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Sofia to Plovdiv
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.11–$15.16

Crazy Holidays

Phone:
+30 2310241545
Email:
crazy.holidays.tours@gmail.com
Website:
crazyholidays.gr/root.en.aspx
Bus from Sofia to Plovdiv
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$40.43–$55.59

Atlas Taxi

Phone:
+359 89 345 5533
Email:
info@atlastaxi.eu
Website:
atlastaxi.eu/
Bus from Sofia Central Station to Plovdiv
Ave. Duration:
1h 24m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$151.60–$227.40

BG Razpisanie

Email:
info@bgrazpisanie.com
Website:
bgrazpisanie.com/
Bus from Sofia to Plovdiv
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$6.95–$9.48

Grup Plus - Etap Adresss

Phone:
+359 2 989000
Email:
support.eu@union-ivkoni.com
Website:
union-ivkoni.com/bg
Bus from Sofia to Plovdiv
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$8.21–$10.11

Karat-S

Phone:
+359 2 8120810
Email:
operations@eurolines.bg
Website:
karat-s.com/
Bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Plovdiv
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$10.11–$61.90

Train operators

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)

Phone:
+35929311111
Website:
bdz.bg/en
Train from Sofia to Plovdiv
Ave. Duration:
2h 33m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$4.67–$8.84

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Sofia Central Station to Plovdiv Central Station is to train which costs $4.02 - $7.61 and takes 2h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sofia Central Station to Plovdiv Central Station is to drive which takes 1h 24m and costs $21.74 - $32.61 .

Is there a direct bus between Sofia Central Station and Plovdiv Central Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sofia and arriving at Plovdiv Bus Station South station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Sofia Central Station and Plovdiv Central Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sofia and arriving at Plovdiv. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 33m.

How far is it from Sofia Central Station to Plovdiv Central Station?

The distance between Sofia Central Station and Plovdiv Central Station is 146 km. The road distance is 145.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Sofia Central Station to Plovdiv Central Station without a car is to bus via Plovdiv Bus Station South which takes 2h 21m and costs $14.13 - $47.83 .

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

The bus from Sofia to Plovdiv Bus Station South takes 2h 10m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Sofia Central Station to Plovdiv Central Station bus from?

Sofia Central Station to Plovdiv Central Station bus services, operated by Kamil Koc, depart from Sofia station.

Where do I catch the Sofia Central Station to Plovdiv Central Station train from?

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

Train or bus from Sofia Central Station to Plovdiv Central Station?

The best way to get from Sofia Central Station to Plovdiv Central Station is to bus via Plovdiv Bus Station South which takes 2h 21m and costs $14.13 - $47.83 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $4.02 - $7.61 and takes 2h 33m.

Where does the Sofia Central Station to Plovdiv Central Station bus arrive?

Sofia Central Station to Plovdiv Central Station bus services, operated by Kamil Koc, arrive at Plovdiv Bus Station South.

Where does the Sofia Central Station to Plovdiv Central Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sofia Central Station to Plovdiv Central Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Sofia Central Station to Plovdiv Central Station is 145 km. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from Sofia Central Station to Plovdiv Central Station.

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

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

Where can I stay near Plovdiv Central Station?

There are 666+ hotels available in Plovdiv Central Station. Prices start at $23.03 per night.
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