Next bus departures

Next departures from Plovdiv to Sofia on 15 August
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:30	Sever	2h 20m	08:50	Sofia Central Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	17:30	Plovdiv ul. "Kapitan Raycho Nikolov"	2h 19m	19:49	Sofia Vasil Levski Monument (Embassy of Slovakia)	Fastest
Bus	06:30	Sever	2h 20m	08:50	Sofia Avtobusna Spirka	No tags
Bus	13:00	Plovdiv Central Train Station Bus Stop, Bul. Hristo Botev 46, Plovdiv	2h 20m	15:20	Sofia Avtobusna Spirka	No tags
Bus	13:15	Plovdiv Airport	6h 10m	19:25	Sofia Airport Departure Terminal 1	No tags
Bus	07:30	Sever	2h 20m	09:50	Sofia Avtobusna Spirka	No tags
Bus	15:10	Plovdiv Central Train Station Bus Stop, Bul. Hristo Botev 46, Plovdiv	2h 20m	17:30	Sofia Avtobusna Spirka	No tags
Bus	13:15	Plovdiv Airport	6h 20m	19:35	Sofia Airport SOF, Terminal 2 Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 23:58 EEST.

Get from Plovdiv to Sofia

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just COP 42,860, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

22bus per day

2h 20mAverage duration

133 kmDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

Bus stations and stops in Plovdiv and Sofia

Stops in Plovdiv

A
Sever
bul. "Hristo Botev" 47, 4000 Plovdiv, Bulgaria
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Stops in Sofia

A
Serdika
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 108, 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria
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B
Sofia Airport
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C
Central Bus Station
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria
D
Central Bus Station - Sofia
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria
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E
Knyaginya Maria Luiza
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 65, 1202 Sofia Center, Sofia, Bulgaria
F
Lukoil
E80 9086, 1331 Sofia, Bulgaria

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Karat-S

4.1/5345 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness4.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi1.4

Users have shared positive feedback about the punctuality and comfort of the bus service, highlighting efficient departures and safe driving. The air conditioning was appreciated as well. However, some users noted challenges with seating arrangements not being together despite booking simultaneously, along with a desire for improved social interactions from drivers.

Citylines Plovdiv Sofia recent customer reviews

I’m disgusted by your service. Misled me in wrong bus station and caused me to miss my bus

Farid A.

27 July 2026

It is always super unclear where to take the bus from, rhis is the third time i miss a bus from karat-s because the location it leaves from is extremely unclear and keeps changing.

Dessi I.

15 July 2026

Efficient and punctual, with good aircon. Driver was calm and organised and drove safely.

John H.

30 June 2026

Traventuria

4.2/563 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.8

Wi‑Fi3.8

Union Ivkoni

2.7/52,070 reviews

Staff3.0

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness2.8

Wi‑Fi0.9

Users have noted that the bus service was punctual and provided a pleasant travel experience. However, there were some concerns about the driver's demeanor, particularly when interacting with non-Bulgarian-speaking passengers.

Union Ivkoni Plovdiv Sofia recent customer reviews

There was nobody in the bus station, no indication of a bus station and no sign of where the bus was supposed to arrive at. The bus didn’t even make a stop at the spot it usually does. 8 of were waiting and came 30 minutes earlier but they ignored us even when we called them and proposed that we get a taxi to catch up to them.

Anastasia P.

15 March 2026

Everything OK, punctual, the bus stopped also at the Sofia airport what was very helpful.

Marko P.

11 October 2024

Pretty rude driver. Other than that, roads are terrible which is a warning for anyone travelling in the country by road.

Andreas B.

6 August 2024

Infobus

3.9/5497 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.8

Wi‑Fi3.8

Users have shared positive experiences, highlighting the cleanliness of the bus and praising the driver for providing a comfortable journey. They also appreciated the well-organized planning and arrangements, contributing to an overall pleasant travel experience.

Infobus Plovdiv Sofia recent customer reviews

It’s good plan and good arrangement

Mohammad M.

4 June 2025

Clean bus. Good driver. Very comfortable

Kelly S.

23 April 2024

BG bus companies:FlixBus, Metro Turizm, LIKEBUS, Union Ivkoni, Openline, AvtoExpress Dnipro, Lux Bus

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Plovdiv to Sofia

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 Plovdiv to Sofia?
The cheapest coach tickets from Plovdiv to Sofia start from COP 42,860. The average price for this route is around COP 55,561. 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 Plovdiv to Sofia?
The average bus journey time from Plovdiv to Sofia is 2h 20m, covering a distance of 133 km. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h 40m and is operated by Traventuria.
Which bus companies service the Plovdiv to Sofia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 22 buses available per day, including services from Karat-S, Traventuria, Union Ivkoni, Infobus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Plovdiv to Sofia?
The earliest bus departs from Plovdiv to Sofia at 04:00. And the latest bus departs at 19:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Plovdiv to Sofia?
A bus journey from Plovdiv to Sofia produces an estimated 3.3131500000000003 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Plovdiv to Sofia?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Traventuria, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 63 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Plovdiv to Sofia?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Infobus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Plovdiv to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Karat-S, with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Plovdiv to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Traventuria, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12/08

COP 41,863

13/08

COP 41,799

Today

COP 38,005

15/08

COP 41,799

16/08

COP 38,005

17/08

COP 38,005

18/08

COP 38,037

19/08

COP 38,005

The cheapest trip from Plovdiv to Sofia was searched and found on 14 Aug 2026 with a price of COP 38,005

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Plovdiv to Sofia as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from COP 38,005 to COP 133,145 for a bus ticket from Plovdiv to Sofia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at COP 38,005, which is on 2026-08-16.

Usually Traventuria will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.