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1 h 37 min
131 km.
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Sofia, Bulgaria → Plovdiv, Bulgaria

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Sofia to Plovdiv

Composite routes from Sofia to Plovdiv

Cheapest
1 h 37 min
Car
131 km.
from $7

Transport providers

Train operators
Found: 1
Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)
Website
Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)
Website
1h 3m
Every 2 hours
$2.61–$5.43
+35929311111
+35929311111
Call
Bus operators
Found: 2
Kyustendil Municipality Transport
Website
Samokov Bus
Website
Kyustendil Municipality Transport
Website
2h 29m
Once daily
+359 7855 0204
+359 7855 0204
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Samokov Bus
Website
2h 40m
4 times a day
$5.00–$7.61
0722 60019
0722 60019
[email protected]
Call Contact via email

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Sofia to Plovdiv is to bus and train which costs $4.02 - $7.61 and takes 3h 3m.

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 28m and costs $18.48 - $28.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Sofia and Plovdiv?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Samokov and arriving at Plovdiv. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 40m.

How far is it from Sofia to Plovdiv?

The distance between Sofia and Plovdiv is 141 km. The road distance is 122.5 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 40m and costs $5 - $7.61 .

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

The bus from Samokov to Plovdiv takes 2h 40m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Plovdiv bus from?

Sofia to Plovdiv bus services, operated by Samokov Bus, depart from Samokov station.

Where does the Sofia to Plovdiv bus arrive?

Sofia to Plovdiv bus services, operated by Samokov Bus, arrive at Plovdiv station.

Can I drive from Sofia to Plovdiv?

Yes, the driving distance between Sofia to Plovdiv is 123 km. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Sofia to Plovdiv.

Where can I stay near Plovdiv?

There are 665+ hotels available in Plovdiv. Prices start at $23.03 per night.
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