Cheap coach tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Plovdiv
Find and compare the best ground travel options in one place.
Millions of travelers trust Wanderu every year to get:
Lowest Prices
We partner with the top coach & train carriers to bring you the best deals.
Best Travel Options
We help you find & compare the best buses & trains in one place.
Quick & Easy Booking
Book trips quickly with a simple, hassle-free checkout – online & on our app.
Fast Customer Support
We don’t monkey around. We respond within minutes to help you out.
See what travelers are saying about Wanderu:
Frankfurt am Main to Plovdiv Coach Timetable
Coach from Frankfurt am Main to Plovdiv: Journey Information
There are 4 intercity coaches per day from Frankfurt am Main to Plovdiv. Traveling by coach from Frankfurt am Main to Plovdiv usually takes around 34 hours and 51 minutes, but the fastest Racic Eurobus coach can make the trip in 28 hours,
| Distance | 943 mi (1518 km) |
| Shortest duration | 28h 0m |
| Cheapest price | TRY 2,698.96 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Coach lines | 3 |
Coaches from Frankfurt am Main to Plovdiv
- Citylines: 1 daily coaches from TRY 7,263
- FlixBus: 4 daily coaches from TRY 2,696
- Racic Eurobus: 1 daily coaches from TRY 6,045
What coach companies travel from Frankfurt am Main to Plovdiv?
There are 3 bus lines from Frankfurt am Main to Plovdiv available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 4 daily trips, FlixBus usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Citylines | 1 | 1d 7h 15m | TRY 7,318.00 |
| FlixBus | 4 | 1d 10h 55m | TRY 4,350.27 |
| Racic Eurobus | 1 | 1d 4h 0m | TRY 6,031.57 |
Citylines, a prominent Bulgarian bus company based in Sofia, offers an extensive network of routes connecting cities within Bulgaria and beyond, operating numerous daily trips. The company's services extend to countries such as Greece, Turkey, Montenegro, and Germany, providing convenient travel options for passengers. One of Citylines' popular routes is the 12-hour journey from Sofia to Athens, which runs twice daily, and passengers can enjoy amenities such as air conditioning, onboard restrooms, and Wi-Fi connectivity for a comfortable and convenient travel experience.
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 4 trips from Frankfurt am Main to Plovdiv, and usually makes the trip in about 34 hours and 55 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Racic Eurobus, a coach company operating in Bulgaria since 1990, is known for its high safety and comfort standards. With a wide range of popular destinations across Europe, the company caters to the diverse interests of travelers. From vibrant capital cities to picturesque coastal towns, Racic Eurobus offers convenient routes to destinations such as Paris, Rome, Barcelona, Amsterdam, and Prague. With a commitment to reliability, comfort, and customer satisfaction, Racic Eurobus is a trusted choice for exploring Europe by bus.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Frankfurt am Main to Plovdiv
The coach takes an average of 34 hours and 51 minutes to cover the 943 miles from Frankfurt am Main to Plovdiv. However, the fastest coach only takes 28 hours. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Tuesday is usually the day of the week when coaches are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.
The first coach leaves at 00:00 and the last coach leaves at 23:00. To see the times for all coaches from Frankfurt am Main to Plovdiv, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 4 scheduled coaches that travel from Frankfurt am Main to Plovdiv every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. However, only one of these is a direct coach. With direct service, you do not have to transfer onto a different coach at any point during your trip. Direct coaches also tend to be significantly faster, which is worth bearing in mind as you compare the available options.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Frankfurt am Main to Plovdiv; ticket prices start at TRY 3,236.06.
City Information
Frankfurt am Main
Image credit: Unsplash
Image credit: Unsplash
Image credit: Unsplash
Frankfurt is Germany's financial hub, home to the European Central Bank. This riverside city offers a variety of cultural and historical attractions scattered between its financial institutions and shops.
Your first stop should be Old Town, along the river Main. Once the centre of the city, the Old Town district is now the site of the Römer, or city hall, along a row of picturesque timber houses. Stop in Kleinmarkthalle, a bustling indoor market, to grab a sausage for a snack before wandering through some of Old Town's museums: Saalgasse, Dommuseum, and Museum für Moderne Kunst (Museum MMK) will get you started. Two of Frankfurt's most prominent churches, St. Bartholomew Cathedral and St. Nicholas Church, are also in the area.
Food is always delightful in Frankfurt. Several Michelin-star restaurants will entice you, including Restaurant Lafleur, Restaurant Gustav, Restaurant Villa Merton, and Carmelo Greco. If you prefer more affordable dining and lively nightlife, head to the Bahnhofsviertel neighbourhood near the city's train station.
The train station in Bahnhofsviertel serves national and international rail lines for Deutsche Bahn, DB Intercity, FlixTrain, vlexx, and Railjet. You can also reach Frankfurt easily on coach carriers like FlixBus and Sindbad. Plus, flying in and out of Frankfurt is a breeze, as the airport is one of the largest in Germany and the main hub for the Lufthansa airline.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Frankfurt am Main?
Image credit: Guilhem Vellut
Link to image attributionMain departure station: Central Bus Station
Frankfurt Central Bus Station, locally known as Busterminal Frankfurt, is the city's main bus terminal and is located directly next to Frankfurt HBF (the central train station). The terminal is a hub for coach services throughout Europe, like Flixbus, Sindbad, BlaBlaCar Bus, and Arda Tur. Nearby you will find a coffee shop, ATMs, toilets, and luggage storage. In the immediate vicinity, there is a Tokyo Inn and Ibis hotel, numerous restaurants, and a five-minute walk from the city center.
All coach stations in Frankfurt am Main:
Central Bus Station
Frankfurt Main Airport P36
Central Bus Station
Where does the coach arrive in Plovdiv?
Main arrival station: Plovdiv Central Railway Station
Coaches arrive in Plovdiv at 3 stations, depending on which coach line you are traveling with.
Coach stations in Plovdiv:
Plovdiv Central Railway Station
Plovdiv Central Train Station Bus Stop
Bus Station South
Get around town with Moovit
Need a return trip from Plovdiv to Frankfurt am Main?
Search Coach Tickets
Wanderu is the simplest way to book coach and train travel.
With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.