THE SHORT VERSION
Sofia to Pleven at a glance.
- From
- Sofia София
- To
- Pleven Плевен
- Road distance
- About 164 km
- Straight line
- 132 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~2 h 15 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Pleven to Sofia →
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Sofia
Boarding points depend on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from their office or your hotel. Your ticket shows the exact place and check-in time.
Arriving in Pleven
Ask the seller where the service ends in Pleven. A town-name stop can be a bus station some way from the centre, and the last stretch to your accommodation is usually up to you.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
KEEP GOING
From Pleven, the road continues.
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Sofia from Pleven by road?+
About 164 km by road (132 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Sofia to Pleven take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 2 h 15 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Sofia?+
It depends on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Pleven to Sofia?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Pleven to Sofia guide.
Where does the bus from Sofia arrive in Pleven?+
It depends on the operator. Some services end at the local bus station, others at an office or a stop on the main road. Ask the seller for the drop-off address before you book.
What kind of bus runs from Sofia to Pleven?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Sofia to Pleven bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Pleven by bus?+
Direct buses from Pleven include Bucharest. See all connections on our Pleven bus page.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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