Bus from Budapest to Plovdiv: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Budapest to Plovdiv on February 8
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Könyves Kálmán
Plovdiv Train StationNo tags
FlixBusBus
Kelenföld
Plovdiv Train StationNo tags
InfobusBus
Népliget
Plovdiv Central Train Station Bus Stop, Bul. Hristo Botev 46, PlovdivNo tags
Karat-SBus
Budapest Nepliget
Plovdiv Central Train Station Bus StopNo tags
Arda TurBus
Könyves Kálmán
Avtogara YugNo tags

Get from Budapest to Plovdiv

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 1 hour 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $48, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
1d 1hAverage Duration
453 milesDistance
18kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Budapest 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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Budapest to Plovdiv?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Budapest to Plovdiv start from $48. The average price for this route is around $75. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Budapest to Plovdiv?

    The average bus trip duration from Budapest to Plovdiv is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 453 miles (731 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 10m and is operated by Karat-S.

  3. Which bus companies service the Budapest to Plovdiv route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Arda Tur, Karat-S, Infobus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Budapest to Plovdiv?

    The earliest bus departs from Budapest to Plovdiv at 6:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Budapest to Plovdiv?

    A bus trip from Budapest to Plovdiv generates an estimated 18 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Budapest to Plovdiv?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Karat-S, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 291 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Budapest to Plovdiv?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Infobus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Budapest to Plovdiv?

    According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Karat-S, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Budapest to Plovdiv?

    According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Infobus, 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.

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$53
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Budapest to Plovdiv was searched and found on Feb 13, 2026 with a price of $53

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

You can expect to pay from $53 to $132 for a bus ticket from Budapest to Plovdiv based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $53 which is on 2026-02-13.

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