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Bus routes from Plovdiv to Sofia

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Min. trip duration

2 hr 30 mins

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Min. distance

163 km

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Cheapest trip

From $36.14

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6

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Frequently asked questions

The quickest bus trip from Plovdiv to Sofia takes 2 hours 30 minutes. Travel times may vary depending on factors such as traffic, route, and the number of stops along the way.
The bus route from Plovdiv to Sofia covers a distance of 163 km.
There are 6 rides daily from Plovdiv to Sofia.
You can buy your bus ticket from Plovdiv to Sofia using your preferred payment method, including credit or debit card, PayPal, Google Pay, and more.
You can track your bus location on our Real-Time Bus Tracker. Just select the relevant bus stop and check the time of arrival. Find out where your bus is and check if there are delays on the route.
To travel from Plovdiv to Sofia by bus with FlixBus, start by entering your departure and arrival cities on the website or in the app. Select your preferred travel date and choose from the available routes. After booking, you’ll receive your ticket digitally. On the day of travel, head to your departure stop in Plovdiv, show your ticket to the driver, and enjoy your bus trip to Sofia.
FlixBus aims to make journeys from Plovdiv to Sofia more accessible and comfortable for passengers with reduced mobility. Some buses offer accessibility features, and certified service animals are welcome on board. As availability can vary by route, we recommend checking details in advance on our accessibility page.
Travelling by bus from Plovdiv to Sofia is a more sustainable way to travel, helping reduce traffic congestion and lowering CO₂ emissions compared to driving or flying..

Find the cheapest buses from Plovdiv to Sofia

Getting from Plovdiv to Sofia is cheap and easy when you travel with FlixBus. The two cities are 163 km apart and traveling between the two takes as little as 2 hours 30 minutes.

FlixBus tickets are always good value, but you can save even more money by booking online in advance. Book on the website or with our FlixBus App in minutes, then simply use your phone as your ticket to board the bus.

For a quick, easy, and environmentally-conscious choice, travel with FlixBus.

We have a large network, so you can trust us to take you from your desired departure city to your destination in comfort and style - all for a great value.

Taking the bus from Plovdiv

Traveling from Plovdiv and not familiar with it? Here’s everything you need to know.
Plovdiv is a transport hub with 3 bus stations; the 46 buses departing every day take travelers to cities across the country

Arrival in Sofia

Traveling to Sofia for the first time? Here’s what you need to know:
Sofia is very well connected to other destinations on the FlixBus network. The city is connected to 99 other destinations that you can easily reach by bus. You can find 4 FlixBus stops in the city.

What to expect onboard the FlixBus bus from Plovdiv to Sofia

Getting from Plovdiv to Sofia aboard a FlixBus bus means traveling in comfort and style, with all the services you need to keep you occupied. Most of our buses include free Wi-Fi onboard, an entertainment system, toilets and power outlets.

You can bring one carry-on and one check-in piece of luggage per passenger, so even if you’re taking a long trip, you don’t need to worry about traveling light.

All ticket holders are guaranteed a seat on our buses but if you want to reserve a seat, you can do so at the time of booking. Choose from a classic seat, table seat, panorama seat or extra seat.
Just book online or on our FlixBus App when purchasing your ticket using any of our available payment methods.