Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Plovdiv Train Station | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 15:38 CET.
Get from Essen to Plovdiv
The journey takes about 1 day, 14 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just £56, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Essen and Plovdiv?
Stops in Essen
- AFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- CFreiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany - E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany
Compare bus companies
Based on 12132 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £56
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Essen to Plovdiv
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Essen to Plovdiv?
The cheapest coach tickets from Essen to Plovdiv start from £56. The average price for this route is around £56. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Essen to Plovdiv?
The average bus journey time from Essen to Plovdiv is 1d 14h, covering a distance of 1051 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1d 14h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Essen to Plovdiv route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Essen to Plovdiv?
The earliest bus departs from Essen to Plovdiv at 20:30. And the latest bus departs at 20:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Essen to Plovdiv?
A bus journey from Essen to Plovdiv produces an estimated 42 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Essen to Plovdiv was searched and found on 22 Jan 2026 with a price of £53To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Essen to Plovdiv as early as possible.
