| Cheapest Transport | $10 |
| Fastest Transport | 1h 42m |
| Earliest Departure | 8:10 AM |
| Latest Departure | 5:00 PM |
| Departures per day | 9 |
| Distance | 163 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | Daytrip, Karat S, Union Ivkoni National |
Travelling between Sofia and Plovdiv is possible by Bus and taxi. Taxi guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 212.82 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 9.46.
It can take you anywhere between 2 and 3 hours to travel between Sofia and Plovdiv depending on the means of transport you choose.
Taxi is the fastest way to travel between Sofia and Plovdiv. Taxi will bring you to your destination in 1h 42m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 2h 20m to reach Plovdiv.
Travelling between Sofia and Plovdiv can be as cheap as USD 9.46 if you opt for a Karat S bus and as expensive as USD 212.82 if you buy a Daytrip taxi ticket.
Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Sofia to Plovdiv.
Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.
They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.
Karat S, Union Ivkoni National
Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.
Daytrip
There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.
Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route