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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Plovdiv Bus Station South | Aeroport Henri Coanda Sosiri, Bucharest Otopeni airport | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Plovdiv Bus Station South | The Northern Railway Station | Fastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:40 PM EEST.
Get from Plovdiv to Bucharest
The journey takes about 8 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just CLP 42,085, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Plovdiv and Bucharest?
Stops in Bucharest
- AStrada Valea Cascadelor 2, București, Romania
- BAutogara Filaret, Str. Piata Garii Filaret, nr. 1, Bükreş, Romanya
- DȘoseaua Alexandriei 164, București, Romania
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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 Plovdiv to Bucharest 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 Plovdiv to Bucharest?
The cheapest bus tickets from Plovdiv to Bucharest start from CLP 42,085. The average price for this route is around CLP 42,532. 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 Plovdiv to Bucharest?
The average bus trip duration from Plovdiv to Bucharest is 8h 50m, covering a distance of 177 miles (285 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 50m and is operated by Openline.
Which bus companies service the Plovdiv to Bucharest route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Openline, LIKEBUS, Union Ivkoni.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Plovdiv to Bucharest?
The earliest bus departs from Plovdiv to Bucharest at 3:00pm. And the latest bus departs at 3:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Plovdiv to Bucharest?
A bus trip from Plovdiv to Bucharest generates an estimated 7.123175 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 Plovdiv to Bucharest?
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 29 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Plovdiv to Bucharest?
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 Plovdiv to Bucharest?
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 Plovdiv to Bucharest?
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 Plovdiv to Bucharest was searched and found on Jun 3, 2026 with a price of CLP 42,432To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Plovdiv to Bucharest, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from CLP 42,432 to CLP 46,637 for a bus ticket from Plovdiv to Bucharest based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CLP 42,432 which is on 2026-06-03.
