Sofia Airport (SOF) to Plovdiv Central Train

Sofia Airport (SOF) to Plovdiv Central Train

Sofia Airport
Plovdiv Central Train
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Sofia Airport to Plovdiv Central Train Destination Reviews

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Anonymous
Good value. Fast easy transfer. No ability to choose a seat, staff not friendly.
Sofia Airport to Plovdiv Central Train, Bus Standard AC, Citylines, Aug 7, 2025
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Anonymous
The carrier was fine. However, ”GetByBus” route guidance was not adequate. I could not find any buses from Belkotarnovo or Sofia to Plovdiv on this site. As a result, my transportation was part of a tour from Sofia. Therefore, when I boarded the bus, I could not find the bus(actually not a bus, it was a car), which caused confusion and trouble.
Sofia Airport to Plovdiv Central Train, Bus Standard AC, City Tour, May 26, 2024
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Hossam
adherence of time.
Sofia Airport to Plovdiv Central Train, Bus Regular, Karat S, May 27, 2023
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Matt
Other issues. Clean tidy on time. What is with the paper ticket requirement. You pay online get a qr code and yet that's not good enough. If you are going to do that should just tell people to pick up ticket at the station and have them waiting. Actual flix bus has PDAs why doesn't this sub contractors. Also why no toilet on board. This is ok but not up to the flix bus standard.
Sofia Airport to Plovdiv Central Train, Bus Regular, Karat S, Jan 16, 2023
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Anonymous
I missed the usb charger. I had them in one way, but not the other way. The time fitting The music The quiet environment The usb charger in one way. The lack of USB charger in one way.
Sofia Airport to Plovdiv Central Train, Bus Regular, Karat S, Jan 15, 2023
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Anonymous
Reliable and punctual. Everything was fine and we arrived even before the scheduled time. Printing a ticket is a hassle. They should accept a mobile ticket (and state this fact when booking).
Sofia Airport to Plovdiv Central Train, Bus Regular, Karat S, Nov 20, 2022
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How to get from Sofia Airport to Plovdiv Central Train

Travelling between Sofia Airport and Plovdiv Central Train is possible by Flight and bus. Bus guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Flight is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 10.62 if you go by Bus; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 10.24.

How long does it take to get from Sofia Airport to Plovdiv Central Train?

It can take you anywhere between 3 and 10 hours to travel between Sofia Airport and Plovdiv Central Train depending on the means of transport you choose.

Bus is the fastest way to travel between Sofia Airport and Plovdiv Central Train. Bus will bring you to your destination in 2h 15m. Flight does a much slower job and take about 9h 10m to reach Plovdiv Central Train.

How much does it cost to get from Sofia Airport to Plovdiv Central Train?

Travelling between Sofia Airport and Plovdiv Central Train can be as cheap as USD 10.24 if you opt for a Karat S bus and as expensive as USD 10.62 if you buy a Union Ivkoni National Bus ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Sofia Airport and Plovdiv Central Train ?

  • 6 from Sofia to Plovdiv starting from 08:10 Sofia Central Bus Station until 12:10 Sofia Central Bus Station

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Sofia Airport to Plovdiv Central Train.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Flights

Flying is the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Sofia to Plovdiv, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 126.74.

Things to remember: Note that some of the airlines may have restrictions on checked luggage weight or require paying extra for check-in, choosing seats or transportation of oversized luggage.

If opting for a flight, calculate the time you will spend getting to and from the airports as well as the waiting time before your flight, getting through immigration in case of an international flight and recovering your checked luggage.

In certain cases all these procedures can add no less than 5 hours to your total travel time.

Airlines flying between Sofia and Plovdiv

Ryanair

Bus

Travelling from Sofia to Plovdiv overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Sofia and Plovdiv

Karat S, Union Ivkoni National

What is the most popular transport to get from Sofia Airport to Plovdiv Central Train?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 100% opted for a bus

Transportation from Sofia Airport to Plovdiv Central Train

Facts about the transport from Sofia Airport to Plovdiv Central Train

Cheapest Transport$11
Fastest Transport2h 15m
Earliest Departure8:10 오전
Latest Departure12:10 오후
Departures per day6
Distance113 kilometers
Transport CompaniesKarat S, Ryanair, Union Ivkoni National