Sofia to Pleven bus with Ourbus

Fri 28 Nov
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Razgrad Municipality Bus
Union Ivkoni - Unibus
Union Ivkoni
BG Razpisanie
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Sofia to Pleven

Showing times and prices for 28 Nov

Cheapest price

£9

Average price

£9

Fastest journey

2 h 30 m

Average duration

2 h 38 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

132 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Sofia to Pleven is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Sofia to Pleven will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £9.

Fast coaches

Of the 2 buses that leave Sofia for Pleven every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 132 km distance in an average of 2 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .

The slowest buses will take 2 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.

Ourbus
13:302h30
Sofia
16:00Pleven
£91One-way
0 changes
Ourbus
04:002h45
Sofia
06:45Pleven
£91One-way
0 changes

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Compare train and coach for Sofia to Pleven

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Sofia to Pleven 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 coach which can get you there in 2h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £6, and a coach costs an average of £9.

Distance: 132 km

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Train

£9

Average Price

£6

Average Price

Cheapest

3h 10m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 40m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 32m

Average total duration

3h 2m

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30m

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Live departures

Sofia to Pleven bus times

The table below shows live departures for Sofia to Pleven coaches for today, Thursday 27 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 09:07
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
uivk13:30 Sofia
2h30
16:00 Pleven0 changesdirect
uivk15:30 Sofia
2h35
18:05 Pleven0 changesdirect
Friday 28 November
uivk04:00 Sofia
2h45
06:45 Pleven0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Sofia to Pleven

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Buses from Sofia to Pleven run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £6 by train.

There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:00, the last at 19:45. The fastest coach covers the 132 km distance in 2h 45m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £6
Distance
132 km
Average bus duration
2h 40m
Cheapest ticket price
£9
Buses per day
5
Direct buses
5
Fastest bus
2h 45m
First bus
06:00
Last bus
19:45
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £6

Bus providers: Ourbus, Razgrad Municipality Bus, Union Ivkoni - Unibus, Union Ivkoni, BG Razpisanie from Sofia to PlevenYou can travel by bus between Sofia to Pleven with Ourbus, Razgrad Municipality Bus, Union Ivkoni - Unibus, Union Ivkoni, BG Razpisanie for as low as £6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Ourbus

About
Union Ivkoni International is a prominent bus company based in Sofia, Bulgaria, established in 1992. It is recognized as the largest bus carrier in Bulgaria and a leader in bus transport across Europe. The company offers extensive services, including regular bus lines, bus rentals, and bus tours, with over 715 daily departures to more than 100 towns in Bulgaria and over 150 towns in Central and Western Europe, Greece, and Turkey. Union Ivkoni also operates its own tourist brand, Uni Holidays, providing various excursions, vacations, and plane tickets.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 30m
Cheapest Price
£9
Ourbus frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs and one checked bag up to 50 lbs.
Additional luggage
10 USD per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a full refund in the form of a travel credit.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Service animals allowed.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed.
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Razgrad Municipality Bus

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 55m
Razgrad Municipality Bus frequency
1 a day

Union Ivkoni - Unibus

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 15m
Union Ivkoni - Unibus frequency
1 a day

Union Ivkoni

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 30m
Cheapest Price
£9
Union Ivkoni frequency
5 a day

BG Razpisanie

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 45m
Cheapest Price
£6
BG Razpisanie frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Sofia to Pleven coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sofia to Pleven by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Pleven, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Sofia to Pleven can start from as little as £9 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Sofia to Pleven is £9; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Sofia to Pleven is 2 h 29 min   to travel the 81 mile long journey, with around there are 4 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Sofia to Pleven leaves at 06: 00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Sofia to Pleven leaves at 19: 00.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Sofia to Pleven without having to change trains with Pinkbus, Union Ivkoni - Unibus, BG Razpisanie, Razgrad Municipality Bus or Union Ivkoni. There are 4 direct coaches from Sofia to Pleven each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Take the Sofia to Pleven coach with Pinkbus, Union Ivkoni - Unibus, BG Razpisanie, Razgrad Municipality Bus or Union Ivkoni. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the journey from Sofia to Pleven as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара), which is located around 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Pleven, Bus and Coach Station, located 0.4 miles (562 m) away from the city centre.

A trip to Pleven from Sofia is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 29 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Sofia to Pleven is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Sofia and Pleven including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from Sofia to Pleven has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Sofia to Pleven.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Sofia to Pleven.

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  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Sofia to Pleven.
    No, luggage for the coach from Sofia to Pleven needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Sofia to Pleven.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Sofia to Pleven.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Sofia to Pleven.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Sofia to Pleven.

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    Important Stations and Airports in Sofia and Pleven

    Sofia
    Pleven
    The major coach station for departures in Sofia is Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) for your trip from Sofia to Pleven.
    Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
    Amenities at bus station
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    ParkingParking
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    address
    Address
    Centralna Avtogara, 100 Knyaginya Maria Luiza Blvd, Sofia, Bulgaria
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 06:00-22:00
    ticketOfficeHours
    Distance to city center
    1 km
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Knyaginya Maria Luiza Blvd
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the main entrance.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps
    WC
    WC
    • Available in the station.
    Public transport options for Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)
    • Bus: 213, 305, 404 Metro: M2 Train: Sofia Central Station

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