Facts about the transport from Sofia to Plovdiv
| Cheapest Transport | $8 |
| Fastest Transport | 1h 50m |
| Earliest Departure | 6:35 AM |
| Latest Departure | 10:35 PM |
| Departures per day | 16 |
| Distance | 163 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | BDZ, Traventuria |
Sofia to Plovdiv
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Sofia to Plovdiv Schedule
| Type | Operator | Class | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Price | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Taxi | Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver | Minivan 7pax | Any time | +1h 44m | $179.95 | |
Bus | Traventuria | Standard AC | 02:10 | 04:44 | $24.23 | |
Bus | Traventuria | Standard AC | 02:30 | 04:44 | $35.82 | |
Bus | Traventuria | Standard AC | 04:00 | 06:19 | $24.23 | |
Bus | Traventuria | Standard AC | 04:16 | 06:19 | $35.84 | |
Bus | Traventuria | Standard AC | 05:00 | 07:08 | $24.23 | |
Bus | Traventuria | Standard AC | 05:19 | 07:08 | $35.84 | |
Bus | Traventuria | Standard AC | 06:00 | 07:45 | $24.21 | |
Bus | Union Ivkoni National | Standard AC | 06:30 | 09:45 | $8.98 | |
Bus | Union Ivkoni National | Standard AC | 07:00 | 09:00 | $8.94 | |
Bus | Group Plus | Standard AC | 07:30 | 09:53 | $9.40 | |
Bus | Traventuria | Standard AC | 07:50 | 09:49 | $35.87 | |
Bus | Karat S | Regular | 08:10 | 10:30 | $10.24 | |
Bus | Traventuria | Standard AC | 08:26 | 10:10 | $35.35 | |
Bus | Karat S | Regular | 09:00 | 11:20 | $10.24 | |
Bus | Traventuria | Standard AC | 09:20 | 11:29 | $35.35 | |
Bus | Traventuria | Standard AC | 09:51 | 16:20 | $35.82 | |
Bus | Traventuria | Standard AC | 10:20 | 16:50 | $35.83 | |
Bus | Karat S | Regular | 10:50 | 13:10 | $10.24 | |
Bus | Traventuria | Standard AC | 11:20 | 13:10 | $30.10 |
How to get from Sofia to Plovdiv
Travelling between Sofia and Plovdiv is possible by Bus and train. Bus guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Train is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 10.25 if you go by Train; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 7.69.
How long does it take to get from Sofia to Plovdiv?
It can take you anywhere between 2 and 4 hours to travel between Sofia and Plovdiv depending on the means of transport you choose.
Bus is the fastest way to travel between Sofia and Plovdiv. Bus will bring you to your destination in 1h 50m. Train does a much slower job and take about 3h 31m to reach Plovdiv.
How much does it cost to get from Sofia to Plovdiv?
Travelling between Sofia and Plovdiv can be as cheap as USD 7.69 if you opt for a BDZ train and as expensive as USD 10.25 if you buy a BDZ Train ticket.
Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.
How many trips per day are there between Sofia and Plovdiv ?
- 16 from Sofia to Plovdiv starting from 06:35 Sofia until 22:35 Sofia
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Sofia to Plovdiv.
What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?
Bus
Travelling from Sofia to Plovdiv overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.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.
Companies operating bus routes between Sofia and Plovdiv
Traventuria
Train
Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.
What is the most popular transport to get from Sofia to Plovdiv?
There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Train remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.
Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route
- 75% took a train
- 25% opted for a bus
Transportation from Sofia to Plovdiv
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Trains$ 7.74
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Buses$ 26.20
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Ferries are not available
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Flights are not available
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Taxis are not available
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Vans are not available