4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Pleven to Sofia
Cheapest price
€10
Average price
€10
Fastest journey
2 h 15 m
Average duration
2 h 31 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
132 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Pleven to Sofia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pleven to Sofia will cost around €10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €10.
Of the 6 buses that leave Pleven for Sofia on Mon, Aug 03, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 03 the direct buses cover the 132 km distance in an average of 2 h 31 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
On Mon, Aug 03 the slowest buses will take 2 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
9:40 AM2h35Pleven, Bus and Coach Station12:15 PMSofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)€101One-way0 transfers- 7:45 AM2h40Pleven, Bus and Coach Station10:25 AMSofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)€101One-way0 transfers
- 12:06 PM2h34Pleven, Bus and Coach Station2:40 PMSofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)€101One-way0 transfers
- 4:45 PM2h35Pleven, Bus and Coach Station7:20 PMSofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)€101One-way0 transfers
- 7:00 PM2h35Pleven, Bus and Coach Station9:35 PMSofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)€101One-way0 transfers
- 3:50 PM2h15Pleven, Bus and Coach Station6:05 PMSofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)€101One-way0 transfers
- 12:06 PM2h34Pleven, Bus and Coach Station2:40 PMSofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)€101One-way0 transfers
- 9:40 AM2h35Pleven, Bus and Coach Station12:15 PMSofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)€101One-way0 transfers
- 4:45 PM2h35Pleven, Bus and Coach Station7:20 PMSofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)€101One-way0 transfers
- 7:00 PM2h35Pleven, Bus and Coach Station9:35 PMSofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)€101One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Pleven to Sofia
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Pleven to Sofia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €6, and a bus costs an average of €9.
Distance: 132 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€10 Average price | €6 Average price Cheapest |
3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration 3h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Pleven to Sofia bus times
The table below shows live departures for Pleven to Sofia buses for tomorrow, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:45 AM Pleven, Bus and Coach Station | 2h40 | 10:25 AM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:40 AM Pleven, Bus and Coach Station | 2h35 | 12:15 PM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:06 PM Pleven, Bus and Coach Station | 2h34 | 2:40 PM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:50 PM Pleven, Bus and Coach Station | 2h15 | 6:05 PM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:45 PM Pleven, Bus and Coach Station | 2h35 | 7:20 PM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:00 PM Pleven, Bus and Coach Station | 2h35 | 9:35 PM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Pleven to Sofia
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Buses from Pleven to Sofia run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €9 but you can travel from only €6 by train.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:00, the last at 22:00. The fastest bus covers the 132 km distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 132 km |
Average bus duration 2h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 2h 30m |
First bus 6:00 AM |
Last bus 10:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: Union Ivkoni International, Group Plus, Infobus, Grup Plus - Etap Adresss, Union Ivkoni, BG Razpisanie from Pleven to SofiaYou can travel by bus between Pleven to Sofia with Union Ivkoni International, Group Plus, Infobus, Grup Plus - Etap Adresss, Union Ivkoni, BG Razpisanie for as low as €6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Pleven to Sofia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pleven to Sofia by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Sofia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Union Ivkoni International
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Service animals allowed.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- Union Ivkoni International
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a full refund in the form of a travel credit.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- Union Ivkoni International
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs and one checked bag up to 50 lbs.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Union Ivkoni International
- 10 USD per additional bag.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Pleven to Sofia
Most Pleven to Sofia buses use the Pleven, Avtogara (Плевен, Автогара) to Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) station pair, with some services arriving at София, (Sofia). Use this guide to compare Pleven and Sofia bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Sofia station do buses from Pleven arrive at?
Getting to Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) from Sofia city centre
Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) is 1 km from Sofia city centre. Public transport options include:
Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) bus station facilities and services
Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара): Elevators, ramps.
Getting to София, (Sofia) from Sofia city centre
Getting to Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика) from Sofia city centre
Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика) is 1 km from Sofia city centre. Public transport options include:
Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика) bus station facilities and services
Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Serdika (in the station), Bistro Bulgaria (0.2 km), Sofia Grill House (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика): Elevators, ramps.
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