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

The cheapest way to get from Ruse to Plovdiv is to train which costs $5 - $8 and takes 6h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ruse to Plovdiv is to drive which takes 4h 24m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Ruse and Plovdiv?

No, there is no direct bus from Ruse to Plovdiv. However, there are services departing from Ruse and arriving at Plovdiv via Veliko Tarnovo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Ruse and Plovdiv?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ruse and arriving at Filipovo. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 46m.

How far is it from Ruse to Plovdiv?

The distance between Ruse and Plovdiv is 347 km. The road distance is 281.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Ruse to Plovdiv without a car is to train which takes 6h 46m and costs $5 - $8.

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

The train from Ruse to Filipovo takes 6h 46m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Ruse to Plovdiv bus from?

Ruse to Plovdiv bus services, operated by Ruse Bus, depart from Ruse station.

Where do I catch the Ruse to Plovdiv train from?

Ruse to Plovdiv train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Ruse station.

Train or bus from Ruse to Plovdiv?

The best way to get from Ruse to Plovdiv is to train which takes 6h 46m and costs $5 - $8. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $17 - $20 and takes 6h 55m.

Where does the Ruse to Plovdiv bus arrive?

Ruse to Plovdiv bus services, operated by Ruse Bus, arrive at Veliko Tarnovo station.

Where does the Ruse to Plovdiv train arrive?

Ruse to Plovdiv train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Filipovo station.

Can I drive from Ruse to Plovdiv?

Yes, the driving distance between Ruse to Plovdiv is 282 km. It takes approximately 4h 24m to drive from Ruse to Plovdiv.

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

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Where can I stay near Plovdiv?

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Ruse to Plovdiv - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Ruse to Plovdiv by train, bus, night train, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ruse to Filipovotrain Ic
6h 46m
$5–8
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ruse to Veliko Tarnovobus
2. Take the bus from Veliko Tarnovo to Plovdivbus
6h 55m
$18–20
Night train, train
1. Take the nighttrain from Ruse to Dimitrovgradnighttrain Bosphor Express
2. Take the train from Dimitrovgrad to Plovdivtrain Re / ...
4h 40m
$5–9
Drive 281.9 km
1. Drive from Ruse to Plovdivcar 281.9 km
4h 24m
$45–65
Bus via Kazanlak
1. Take the bus from Ruse to Kazanlakbus
2. Take the bus from Kazanlak to Plovdivbus
7h 45m
$10–17

Ruse to Plovdiv by train

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6h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 346.7 km
Duration: 6h 46m

What companies run services between Ruse, Bulgaria and Plovdiv, Bulgaria?

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) operates a train from Ruse to Filipovo once daily. Tickets cost $5–8 and the journey takes 6h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ruse to Plovdiv via Veliko Tarnovo in around 6h 55m.

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