Bus from Budapest to Plovdiv: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Budapest to Plovdiv on 7 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Könyves Kálmán
Plovdiv Train StationCheapest
FlixbusBus
Kelenföld
Plovdiv Train StationFastest
FlixbusBus
Budapest Airport (BUD)
Plovdiv Train StationNo tags
FlixbusBus
Budapest Airport (BUD)
Plovdiv Train StationNo tags

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Get from Budapest to Plovdiv

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just £44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
1d 4hAverage duration
453 milesDistance
18kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Budapest to Plovdiv

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

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

    The cheapest coach tickets from Budapest to Plovdiv start from £44. The average price for this route is around £117. 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 journey from Budapest to Plovdiv?

    The average bus journey time from Budapest to Plovdiv is 1d 4h, covering a distance of 453 miles. The fastest bus can take 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 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Karat-S, Arda Tur, 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 04:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:20.

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

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

  6. Which 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 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 288 reviews.

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

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

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Budapest to Plovdiv?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 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.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Budapest to Plovdiv was searched and found on 7 Jan 2026 with a price of £39

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 £39 to £114 for a bus ticket from Budapest to Plovdiv based on the last 1 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £39, which is on 2026-01-07.

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