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Overview: Bus from Plovdiv to Sofia
Bulgaria
Overview Plovdiv → Sofia
The bus route from Plovdiv to Sofia covers a distance of 132 km and has an average duration of 2 hours and 20 minutes. There are two direct buses per day, with the first bus departing at 17:00 and the last at 19:00. The cheapest ticket price is 9.2 EUR.
132 km
Distance
$ 9
Cheapest ticket price
2
Direct buses
2 h 20 min
Average bus duration
2 h 20 min
Fastest bus
2
Buses per day
17:00
First bus
19:00
Last bus
Popular Bus Stations from Plovdiv to Sofia
Bus Companies
Found: 10
TS
Tourist Service Holding
Address: 127, Georgi Sava Rakovski Str., Sofia, 1000, Bulgaria
UI
Union Ivkoni (Юнион Ивкони)
Address: Shishman str. 17, Sofia 1000, Bulgaria
HХ
Huntur (Хунтур)
Address: Büyük İstanbul Bus Station No:126, 34035 Bayrampaşa/İstanbul, Turkey
CI
Citylines
Address: Mechka Str. 35, Sofia 1330, Bulgaria
RE
Racic Eurobus (Рачич Eurobus)
Address: "Zapad" str 46 Complex Racic Voyvodinovo 4135 Bulgaria
AT
Arda-Tur (Арда-Тур)
Address: Saedinenie 45, 6300 Haskovo, Bulgaria
GP
Group Plus
Address: Tsar Ivan Shishman 17, Sofia, Bulgaria
TR
Traventuria
Address: Gorski patnik 54, 1421 Sofia, Bulgaria
UI
Union Ivkoni - Unibus
Address: Shishman str. 17, Sofia 1000, Bulgaria
NO
Nomago
Address: Vosnjakova ulica 3,1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia
TS
Tourist Service Holding
127, Georgi Sava Rakovski Str., Sofia, 1000, Bulgaria
+35929310062
+35929310062
FAQ’s
Bus from Plovdiv to Sofia
Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria, is known for its rich history and diverse architecture, blending Roman, Ottoman, and Soviet influences. Visitors typically explore landmarks such as the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, the ruins of the Roman city of Serdica, and Vitosha Boulevard for shopping and dining. The city's parks and proximity to Vitosha Mountain offer opportunities for outdoor activities. Sofia is also a hub for cultural events and museums, making it a practical destination for history and culture enthusiasts.
What is the distance between Plovdiv and Sofia?
The distance is 132 km.
How long does the bus journey take from Plovdiv to Sofia?
The average bus duration is 2 hours and 20 minutes.
What is the cheapest ticket price for the Plovdiv to Sofia route?
The cheapest ticket price is 9.2 EUR.
How many buses operate daily between Plovdiv and Sofia?
There are 2 buses per day on this route.
What are the departure times for buses from Plovdiv to Sofia?
The first bus departs at 17:00 and the last bus departs at 19:00.
Are there any intermediate stops on the route from Plovdiv to Sofia?
Intermediate stops may differ between departures; please check the route details on the booking page.
What is the luggage allowance for the bus journey?
Typically, you can bring 1 suitcase and 1 piece of hand luggage, but this may vary by carrier and fare.
Is Wi-Fi available on the buses from Plovdiv to Sofia?
Wi-Fi availability depends on the bus class; the class is shown during the booking process.