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Journey Information
There are 3 intercity buses per day from Athens to Plovdiv. Traveling by bus from Athens to Plovdiv usually takes around 13 hours and 54 minutes, but the fastest Tourist Service Holding AD bus can make the trip in 12 hours and 30 minutes.
Distance | 292 mi (470 km) |
Shortest duration | 12h 30m |
Cheapest price | $53.11 |
Trips per day | 3 |
Most frequent service | Citylines |
Bus lines | 2 |
What bus companies travel from Athens to Plovdiv?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Athens to Plovdiv that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Citylines usually offers more choice, with 2 scheduled trips per day.
Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Citylines | 2 | 14h 9m | $55.59 |
Tourist Service Holding AD | 1 | 13h 29m | $59.09 |
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.
Book Tourist Service Holding AD from Athens to Plovdiv from $58. Typically there is one Tourist Service Holding AD schedule per day from Athens to Plovdiv and you can expect on average to pay for a Tourist Service Holding AD ticket to Plovdiv. In Athens, Tourist Service Holding AD departs to Plovdiv from Karolou 26 . In Plovdiv, Tourist Service Holding AD arrives at Bus Station South .
An average trip on Tourist Service Holding AD from Athens to Plovdiv takes 13 hours and 29 minutes , while the fastest available Tourist Service Holding AD trip will get you to Plovdiv in 12 hours and 30 minutes .
On weekends, Tourist Service Holding AD offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Plovdiv.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 13 hours and 54 minutes to cover the 292 miles from Athens to Plovdiv. However, the fastest bus only takes 12 hours and 30 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Travelers prefer riding the bus on Saturday to enjoy the weekend in Plovdiv. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 7:00am and the last bus leaves at 7:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Athens to Plovdiv, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Athens?
Main departure station: Karolou 26
Athens has two bus stations with service to Plovdiv.
All bus stations in Athens:
Karolou 26
Athens Chiou
Where does the bus arrive in Plovdiv?
Main arrival station: Bus Station South
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Plovdiv.
All bus stations in Plovdiv:
Bus Station South
Plovdiv Central Railway Station
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