What is the cheapest way to get from Patras to Plovdiv?

The cheapest way to get from Patras to Plovdiv is to bus and train which costs $35 - $55 and takes 15h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Patras to Plovdiv?

The fastest way to get from Patras to Plovdiv is to drive which takes 10h 16m and costs $160 - $240.

Is there a direct bus between Patras and Plovdiv?

No, there is no direct bus from Patras to Plovdiv station. However, there are services departing from Patras and arriving at Plovdiv Central Train Station Bus Stop via Thessaloniki Macedonia Intercity Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 35m.

How far is it from Patras to Plovdiv?

The distance between Patras and Plovdiv is 873 km. The road distance is 771.4 km.

How do I travel from Patras to Plovdiv without a car?

The best way to get from Patras to Plovdiv without a car is to bus which takes 14h 35m and costs $75 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Patras to Plovdiv?

It takes approximately 14h 35m to get from Patras to Plovdiv, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Patras to Plovdiv bus from?

Patras to Plovdiv bus services, operated by KTEL of Achaia S.A., depart from Patras station.

Where does the Patras to Plovdiv bus arrive?

Patras to Plovdiv bus services, operated by KTEL of Achaia S.A., arrive at Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station.

Can I drive from Patras to Plovdiv?

Yes, the driving distance between Patras to Plovdiv is 771 km. It takes approximately 10h 16m to drive from Patras to Plovdiv.

How do I get a bus ticket from Patras to Plovdiv?

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Where can I stay near Plovdiv?

There are 854+ hotels available in Plovdiv.

Patras to Plovdiv - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Patras to Plovdiv by bus, car, train, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Patras to Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Thessaloniki Macedonia Intercity Bus Station to Plovdiv Central Train Station Bus Stopbus Citylines 42 / ...
14h 35m
$79–110
Bus, train
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1. Take the bus from Pátra to Sofia Central Bus Stationbus
2. Take the train from Sofia to Plovdivtrain Ic
15h 17m
$36–54
Drive 771.4 km
1. Drive from Patras to Plovdivcar 771.4 km
10h 16m
$162–234
Bus, train, fly
1. Take the bus from Patra to Kiatobus
2. Take the train from Kiato to Ano Liosiatrain
3. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane ATH - SOF
4. Take the train from Iskarsko Shose to Plovdivtrain
10h 38m
$90–193
Bus via Volos
1. Take the bus from Patras to Volosbus
2. Take the bus from Volos KTEL Magnisias to Thessaloniki train stationbus
3. Take the bus from Thessaloniki, KTEL to Plovdivbus
16h 29m
$121–145

Athens International Airport (ATH) to Sofia Airport (SOF) flights

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Distance: 872.9 km
Duration: 14h 35m

What companies run services between Patras, Greece and Plovdiv, Bulgaria?

You can take a bus from Patras to Plovdiv Central Train Station Bus Stop via Thessaloniki Macedonia Intercity Bus Station in around 14h 35m.

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