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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Plovdiv to Stara Zagora
Cheapest price
€8
Average price
€8
Fastest journey
1 h 45 m
Average duration
1 h 45 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
80 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Plovdiv to Stara Zagora is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Plovdiv to Stara Zagora will cost around €8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €8.
Of the 1 buses that leave Plovdiv for Stara Zagora on Tue, May 05, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 05 the direct buses cover the 80 km distance in an average of 1 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .
On Tue, May 05 the slowest buses will take 1 h 45 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.
1:15 PM1h45Plovdiv, Avtogara Yug (Пловдив, Автогара Юг)3:00 PMStara Zagora, Avtogara (Стара Загора, Aвтогара)€81One-way0 transfers
- 1:15 PM1h45Plovdiv, Avtogara Yug (Пловдив, Автогара Юг)3:00 PMStara Zagora, Avtogara (Стара Загора, Aвтогара)€81One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Plovdiv to Stara Zagora
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Plovdiv to Stara Zagora among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €4, and a bus costs an average of €7.
Distance: 80 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€8 Average price | €4 Average price Cheapest |
1h 55m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 30m Average total duration 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Plovdiv to Stara Zagora bus times
The table below shows live departures for Plovdiv to Stara Zagora buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, May 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 1:15 PM Plovdiv, Avtogara Yug (Пловдив, Автогара Юг) | 1h45 | 3:00 PM Stara Zagora, Avtogara (Стара Загора, Aвтогара) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Plovdiv to Stara Zagora
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Buses from Plovdiv to Stara Zagora run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €7 but you can travel from only €4 by train.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:15, the last at 20:51. The fastest bus covers the 80 km distance in 1h 25m.
Distance 80 km |
Average bus duration 1h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 1h 25m |
First bus 1:15 AM |
Last bus 8:51 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: Union Ivkoni International, Infobus, Plovdiv Express - 2000, Union Ivkoni from Plovdiv to Stara ZagoraYou can travel by bus between Plovdiv to Stara Zagora with Union Ivkoni International, Infobus, Plovdiv Express - 2000, Union Ivkoni for as low as €4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Infobus
Union Ivkoni International
Plovdiv Express - 2000
Union Ivkoni
FAQs: Bus from Plovdiv to Stara Zagora
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plovdiv to Stara Zagora 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 Stara Zagora, 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.
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