Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Sofia Central Bus Station | Pleven | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Sofia Central Bus Station | Pleven Bus and Coach Station | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Sofia Central Bus Station | Pleven Автогара Плевен | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:19 EET.
Get from Sofia to Pleven
The journey takes about 2 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just £11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Sofia and Pleven?
Stops in Sofia
- Abulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 108, 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria
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bul. Kniaz Aleksandar Dondukov 2
bul. Kniaz Aleksandar Dondukov 2, 1000 Sofia, Bulgaria - D
Central Bus Station - Sofia
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria - Ebulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria
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Knyaginya Maria Luiza
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 65, 1202 Sofia Center, Sofia, Bulgaria
Compare bus companies
Based on 1957 reviews, the company was rated 2.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Union Ivkoni ticket prices on this trip start at £11
Union Ivkoni Sofia Pleven recent customer reviews
Everything seemed to go fine . We got on and 2 and a bit hours we got off . That's all I really want in a bus company .
Michael P.
Bus was on time
Rosie K.
The ticket office staff was very rude, but thankfully the driver was very good
Plamena W.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Sofia to Pleven
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 Sofia to Pleven?
The cheapest coach tickets from Sofia to Pleven start from £11. The average price for this route is around £11. 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 Sofia to Pleven?
The average bus journey time from Sofia to Pleven is 2h 45m, covering a distance of 82 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2h 30m and is operated by Union Ivkoni.
Which bus companies service the Sofia to Pleven route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Sofia to Pleven?
The earliest bus departs from Sofia to Pleven at 07:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sofia to Pleven?
A bus journey from Sofia to Pleven produces an estimated 3 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 Sofia to Pleven was searched and found on 26 Dec 2025 with a price of £10To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Sofia to Pleven as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £10 to £10 for a bus ticket from Sofia to Pleven based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £10, which is on 2025-12-26.
