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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Avtogara Yug | Smolyan Bus Station | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Sever | Smolyan | No tags |
Get from Plovdiv to Smolyan
The journey takes about 2 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Plovdiv to Smolyan 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 Smolyan?
The cheapest bus tickets from Plovdiv to Smolyan start from $12. The average price for this route is around $12. 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 Smolyan?
The average bus trip duration from Plovdiv to Smolyan is 2h 25m, covering a distance of 39 miles (62 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 25m and is operated by Infobus.
Which bus companies service the Plovdiv to Smolyan route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Plovdiv to Smolyan?
The earliest bus departs from Plovdiv to Smolyan at 9:50am. And the latest bus departs at 9:50am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Plovdiv to Smolyan?
A bus trip from Plovdiv to Smolyan generates an estimated 2 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 Smolyan?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Infobus, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 490 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Plovdiv to Smolyan?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Infobus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Plovdiv to Smolyan?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Grup Plus, with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Plovdiv to Smolyan?
According to Busbud traveller 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.
The cheapest trip from Plovdiv to Smolyan was searched and found on Dec 13, 2025 with a price of $11To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Plovdiv to Smolyan, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $11 to $11 for a bus ticket from Plovdiv to Smolyan based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $11 which is on 2025-12-13.
