Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Starza Zagora avtobusna spirka | Sever | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Starza Zagora avtobusna spirka | Sever | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Starza Zagora avtobusna spirka | Sever | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Starza Zagora avtobusna spirka | Sever | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Starza Zagora avtobusna spirka | Sever | No tags |
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Get from Stara Zagora to Plovdiv
The journey takes about 9 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Stara Zagora and Plovdiv?
Stops in Stara Zagora
- A
Stara Zagora Avtobusna Zupynka
bul. Slavjanski 64, 6002 Stara Zagora, Bulgaria - Bbul. Slavjanski 45, 6002 Stara Zagora, Bulgaria
- C
General Gurko
ul. "General Gurko" 46, 6000 Stara Zagora Centre, Stara Zagora, Bulgaria
Compare bus companies
Based on 1948 reviews, the company was rated 2.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the WiFi. Union Ivkoni ticket prices on this trip start at $15
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Stara Zagora 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.
How much is the bus ticket from Stara Zagora to Plovdiv?
The cheapest bus tickets from Stara Zagora to Plovdiv start from $15. The average price for this route is around $42. 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 Stara Zagora to Plovdiv?
The average bus travel time from Stara Zagora to Plovdiv is 9h 45m, covering a distance of 80 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 25m and is operated by Union Ivkoni.
Which bus companies service the Stara Zagora to Plovdiv route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Stara Zagora to Plovdiv?
The earliest bus departs from Stara Zagora to Plovdiv at 4:00am. And the latest bus departs at 5:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Stara Zagora to Plovdiv?
A bus trip from Stara Zagora to Plovdiv generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Stara Zagora to Plovdiv was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $13To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Stara Zagora to Plovdiv, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $13 to $45 for a bus ticket from Stara Zagora to Plovdiv based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $13 which is on 2025-12-04.
