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Sofia, Bulgaria → Pleven, Bulgaria

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Three ways to Travel from Sofia to Pleven

Composite routes from Sofia to Pleven

Cheapest
1 h 54 min
Car
164 km.
from $9
Other
2 h 30 min
Bus
132 km.
from €9.10
1 h 54 min
Rideshare
164 km.
from $6.24

Transport providers

Bus operators

Union Ivkoni

Phone:
07001 8282
Email:
Website:
union-ivkoni.com/
Bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Pleven
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$8.84–$15.16

Atlas Taxi

Phone:
+359 89 345 5533
Email:
Website:
atlastaxi.eu/
Bus from Sofia to Pleven
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$164.24–$240.04

BG Razpisanie

Email:
Website:
bgrazpisanie.com/
Bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Pleven
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$6.95–$10.11

Grup Plus - Etap Adresss

Phone:
+359 2 989000
Email:
Website:
union-ivkoni.com/bg
Bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Pleven
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$8.84–$11.37

ELIT 97

Phone:
064/84 54 52
Email:
Website:
elit97.com
Bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Pleven
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily

Razgrad Municipality Bus

Phone:
(084) 660811
Website:
razgrad.bg/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=100&Itemid=131&lang=bg
Bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Pleven
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily

Pleven Bus Station

Phone:
+359 (0) 64 888 666
Email:
Website:
avtogarapleven.com/
Bus from Knezha to Pleven
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
Hourly

Trans5

Website:
trans5.bg
Bus from Sofia to Knezha
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$6.32–$10.11

Train operators

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)

Phone:
+35929311111
Website:
bdz.bg/en
Train from Sofia Sever to Pleven
Ave. Duration:
2h 38m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$5.31–$9.48

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Sofia to Pleven is to train which costs $4.57 - $8.15 and takes 2h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sofia to Pleven?

The fastest way to get from Sofia to Pleven is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs $25 - $36.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Sofia and Pleven?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sofia Central Bus Station station and arriving at Pleven Bus Stop. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Sofia and Pleven?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sofia Sever and arriving at Pleven. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Sofia to Pleven?

The distance between Sofia and Pleven is 164 km. The road distance is 164.9 km.

How do I travel from Sofia to Pleven without a car?

The best way to get from Sofia to Pleven without a car is to bus which takes 2h 30m and costs $5.98 - $13.04 .

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

The bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Pleven Bus Stop takes 2h 30m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Pleven bus from?

Sofia to Pleven bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, depart from Sofia Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Pleven train from?

Sofia to Pleven train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Sofia Sever station.

Train or bus from Sofia to Pleven?

The best way to get from Sofia to Pleven is to bus which takes 2h 30m and costs $5.98 - $13.04 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $4.57 - $8.15 and takes 2h 38m.

Where does the Sofia to Pleven bus arrive?

Sofia to Pleven bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, arrive at Pleven Bus Stop station.

Where does the Sofia to Pleven train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sofia to Pleven?

Yes, the driving distance between Sofia to Pleven is 165 km. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Sofia to Pleven.

How do I get a bus ticket from Sofia to Pleven?

Book your Sofia to Pleven bus tickets online with Omio and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Pleven?

There are 60+ hotels available in Pleven. Prices start at $18.97 per night.
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