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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Aeroport Henri Coanda Sosiri, Bucharest Otopeni airport | Plovdiv Bus Station South | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | The Northern Railway Station | Plovdiv Bus Station South | Fastest |
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Get from Bucharest to Plovdiv
The journey takes about 10 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Bucharest and Plovdiv?
Stops in Bucharest
- AStrada Valea Cascadelor 2, București, Romania
- CAutogara Filaret, Str. Piata Garii Filaret, nr. 1, Bükreş, Romanya
- D
Rahova
Șoseaua Alexandriei 164, București, Romania - E
Bükreş Filaret Otogar (Bucureşti Filaret)
Strada Doctor Constantin Istrati 1, Bükreş / Romanya - F
Piata Natiunile Unite
Calea Victoriei nr. 2, București 030167, Romania
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bucharest to Plovdiv by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Bucharest to Plovdiv?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bucharest to Plovdiv start from $35. The average price for this route is around $36. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Bucharest to Plovdiv?
The average bus trip duration from Bucharest to Plovdiv is 10h 45m, covering a distance of 181 miles (292 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 45m and is operated by Openline.
Which bus companies service the Bucharest to Plovdiv route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bucharest to Plovdiv?
The earliest bus departs from Bucharest to Plovdiv at 9:40pm. And the latest bus departs at 10:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bucharest to Plovdiv?
A bus trip from Bucharest to Plovdiv generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Bucharest to Plovdiv?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is LIKEBUS, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 28 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bucharest to Plovdiv?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Openline has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Bucharest to Plovdiv?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is LIKEBUS, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bucharest to Plovdiv?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is LIKEBUS, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Bucharest to Plovdiv was searched and found on Mar 19, 2026 with a price of $35To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bucharest to Plovdiv, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $35 to $36 for a bus ticket from Bucharest to Plovdiv based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $36 which is on 2026-03-22.
