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Bus Plovdiv — Sofia
Bus Plovdiv – Sofia: route information
The Plovdiv – Sofia route is one of the most popular directions in Bulgaria, connecting the country's second-largest city with the capital. The Plovdiv Sofia bus is in high demand among both tourists and local residents who regularly travel between these cities. Various carriers operate on the route, providing regular bus service throughout the day.
Travel with Plovdiv Sofia tickets is offered on modern comfortable buses with air conditioning, soft seats, and passenger convenience. The Plovdiv Sofia route attracts tourists who want to visit the main attractions of the Bulgarian capital, as well as commuters traveling to work or study. Tickets for this route can be booked in advance on the Compass-group website to guarantee a seat on your preferred flight.
Plovdiv – Sofia bus schedule
The Plovdiv Sofia bus schedule is arranged to optimally serve passenger needs at different times of the day. The Plovdiv Sofia bus schedule includes early morning flights for those who want to start the day early, daytime trips for tourists and shoppers, as well as evening and night routes for commuters and travelers. Daily flights provide stable and reliable service.
When the Plovdiv Sofia bus departs, you can easily find out on our website by entering the date and time in the schedule. The Compass-group service allows you to check the schedule online in real time, see available seats, and choose the most convenient flight. Booking can be done in a few minutes, and you can receive a ticket by email or in the mobile app.
Plovdiv – Sofia ticket price
The price of a Plovdiv Sofia ticket depends on several factors that affect the cost of travel. How much a Plovdiv Sofia ticket costs is determined primarily by the date of travel — weekend and holiday trips are usually more expensive than weekday trips. The specific carrier and the type of bus serving the route also play a role.
Cheap Plovdiv Sofia tickets can be found by booking your trip in advance or choosing less popular departure times. A ticket on the Plovdiv Sofia bus will be cheaper if purchased a few days before the planned trip. On the Compass-group website, special offers and discounts for loyal customers are regularly updated, so it's worth keeping track of current prices.
Distance Plovdiv – Sofia and travel time
The distance from Plovdiv to Sofia is about 240 km, which provides a fairly comfortable journey for passengers. How long it takes to travel from Plovdiv to Sofia depends on road conditions and the nature of the route — usually the trip takes from 3.5 to 4.5 hours. Travel time from Plovdiv to Sofia may vary depending on the season, traffic intensity, and the chosen route.
Factors that affect travel time include weather conditions, number of stops, and road conditions. In summer, during peak tourist season, the trip may be slightly longer due to increased traffic. When planning a trip, you should allow enough time considering possible delays to arrive at your destination on time.
How to buy a Plovdiv – Sofia ticket online
Buying a Plovdiv Sofia ticket online is very easy on the Compass-group platform. To do this, go to the website, specify the departure and arrival points, select the date and number of passengers. The system will show all available flights with information about prices, departure and arrival times.
Booking Plovdiv Sofia tickets is done in a few clicks — just select the desired flight, enter your details, and make a payment. Plovdiv Sofia online tickets can be received immediately after payment confirmation, keeping them in digital format in the mobile app or by printing them. This is convenient and saves time as you don't need to go to the ticket office or wait in line.
Useful information about the Plovdiv – Sofia route
How long does it take to travel by bus from Plovdiv to Sofia
A bus journey from Plovdiv to Sofia takes an average of 3.5–4.5 hours. The time can vary depending on road conditions, the number of stops, and the season. When planning a trip, you should consider possible delays due to traffic, especially during the hot summer months.
What is the distance between Plovdiv and Sofia
The distance from Plovdiv to Sofia is about 240 kilometers on a straight route. The route passes through beautiful Bulgarian landscapes, allowing passengers to enjoy the journey. The road is well-developed and convenient for bus travel.
When do buses run from Plovdiv to Sofia
Buses run all day from early morning to late night. First flights usually depart around 6–7 AM, and last ones around 10–11 PM. At peak season, the number of flights increases, providing more options for passengers.
How to find cheap Plovdiv – Sofia tickets
To find the best prices, you should book in advance — 5–7 days before your trip. Avoid weekends and holidays when prices increase. Keep track of special offers and sales on the Compass-group website, where discounts for loyal customers are regularly offered.
Direction Plovdiv — Sofia
Routes from Sofia
Plovdiv — Sofia
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Compass Group provides a 10% discount for military personnel on all bus routes throughout Ukraine and abroad.
The discount applies regardless of the selected carrier, because it is provided by Compass Group itself, not the carrier. Separately, a client can additionally secure a discount from the carrier if it exists in the system, thus significantly reducing the ticket price!
Yes, Compass Group has a profitable loyalty bonus system for registered users. Immediately after registration, a client receives 300 bonus hryvnias to their account. Cashback is accrued for each trip, which can be accumulated — the return rate is from 5% to 10% depending on user activity. Accumulated bonuses can be used to pay for subsequent trips: cover up to 50% of the ticket price or even pay the full ticket price with bonuses.
Yes. Compass Group provides support seven days a week from 9:00 to 21:00.
Our consultants will help you choose a flight, provide details about your trip, and assist with ticket booking.
You can reach us via Viber, Telegram, email or book a ticket independently on our website. All current phone numbers and contact information are listed in the «Contacts» section.
At Compass Group, there are rules that a client has the right to transfer their previously purchased ticket provided they pay 20% of the ticket price! Carriers reserve the right to refuse to agree to transfer funds to another ticket and each request is processed individually
During the holiday period and during high/low season from 01.09.2025 to 15.01.2026, certain carriers change the rules for providing transportation services. It is during this time that a large number of passenger transportations occur and in order for each passenger to be sure of receiving their seat on the bus, and for the carrier to have a clear understanding of the number of passengers, the purchase of a reserved ticket is established! Therefore, our employees contact our clients and provide payment details in advance for the ticket! Also, when it is low season and there are few passengers on the flight, carriers establish advance sales to understand that buses will not travel unnecessarily according to the schedule.
No, it's not necessary. It's enough to show your bookings from your device (phone, tablet, etc.) or tell the driver your last name and first name when boarding!
The "Book" button informs the client that for the given flight, they can create a ticket/tickets for themselves for the trip and before confirmation choose a payment option for themselves. There are two payment options for the fare: Option 1. Payment when boarding the bus. Option 2. Make the ticket payment immediately when booking.
No, it is not necessary. Payment for the ticket/tickets is made directly when boarding the bus. An exception is group bookings of 3 or more people, according to the rules after booking our employee will contact you and provide payment details for 1 ticket of your choice. After all, passengers also need to provide a travel guarantee. If clients change their plans, the funds are returned with advance notice!
On the website during booking, you need to select your desired calculation currency: hryvnia, zloty, crowns, dollars or euros. Cash payment is accepted on all flights.
To get a ticket, you need to select a flight from/to, travel date and perform a search. From the suggested options, set the payment currency and choose a convenient flight for you, enter personal data as required by the website. After entering the data, the system will create tickets that need to be downloaded to your device, they will also be displayed in your personal account.
After booking a ticket/tickets within 1-3 days, our employee will contact you to confirm the booking. Provided that you have provided correct contact information - mobile phone, Viber or email. If within 3 days from the moment of booking or a day before departure we fail to contact you - your booking will be considered cancelled. Bookings confirmed by the manager are valid until the moment of departure!
The amount of luggage per person should not exceed 30kg + 5kg of hand luggage, and should also have dimensions of 40*60*90 cm. Please note that the carrier has the full right to refuse a bus passenger to transport hand luggage or baggage if this baggage blocks the passage in the transport for other passengers, or does not comply with the quantity and dimensions.
All our clients receive SMS notification one day before departure or on the day of departure about the bus license plate number and the platform number from which the departure will be made.
We do not engage in this type of activity and do not provide transportation services for them. Our services are provided exclusively for finding convenient flights for people who are traveling between different countries.
In case of booking tickets with an animal, you must call the hotline to get advice on animal transportation! We also draw your attention to the fact that booking is provided for animals weighing no more than 5 kg!
When planning a trip with an animal, we strongly recommend preparing in advance a foreign veterinary passport with marks of vaccinations and an implanted chip, a portable bag or cage with a solid bottom, as well as ensuring the availability of clean drinking water.
All information about the flight, including the exact departure address, departure time is displayed on the ticket that you receive after booking on the website.
In case you need more information, you need to contact the hotline!
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