Bus Plovdiv – Odesa
from 3,226 ₴when bought online
21–22 hThe Plovdiv – Odesa bus covers about 1050 km, takes roughly 21–22 h. Tickets start at 3,226 ₴ when bought online — the exact fare depends on the carrier, the date and the departure time.
- Distance
- 1050 km
- Travel time
- 21–22 h
The route goes via
Sofia → Veliko Tarnovo → Rousse → Bucharest → Izmail → Bolhrad → Tatarbunary → Sarata
Plovdiv – Odesa bus schedule
- 15:00Bus station "Plovdiv-South" Hristo Botev Boulevard, 4712:25+1Bus Station "Privokzalnaya" Starosinna sq., 1b
21h 25min · daily · LikeBus
| Departure | Arrival | Duration | Running days | Carrier |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15:00Bus station "Plovdiv-South" Hristo Botev Boulevard, 47 | 12:25+1Bus Station "Privokzalnaya" Starosinna sq., 1b | 21h 25min | daily | LikeBus |
Typical schedule from search data as of 2026-10-14. Check the search above for departures and seat availability on a specific date.
About the Plovdiv – Odesa route
The Plovdiv – Odesa bus is the return leg from central Bulgaria to the Ukrainian coast. Boarding is at the Plovdiv-South coach station; the route then heads north across the Danube, through Romania and Moldova to Odesa. The trip is long — over a day on the road with three borders — so the coach makes several rest and meal stops. It is used by Ukrainians working or studying in Bulgaria and by travellers returning from a trip around the country. Given the duration, bring water, snacks and a charger.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the trip from Plovdiv to Odesa?
Roughly 22–25 hours over about 1,050 km. The actual time depends on queues at the three borders the route crosses.
Are there rest stops?
Yes — given the length of the trip the coach makes several stops for rest, meals and comfort breaks. How many depends on the operator.
What documents do I need on the way?
A valid biometric international passport — it will be checked at three borders. Keep your documents and booking confirmation to hand throughout the journey.
How much is a Plovdiv – Odesa ticket and how do I pay?
As of the latest schedule snapshot, tickets start at 3,226 ₴ when bought online; the exact fare depends on the carrier and the date. A seat can be bought online by card, or reserved and paid to the driver on boarding. No account is needed: you can order as a guest and the confirmation arrives by email.
How many buses run on the Plovdiv – Odesa route?
The typical schedule has up to 1 departures a day. The first bus leaves at 15:00, the last at 15:00. Check the search above for departures on a specific date.
Which carriers operate the Plovdiv – Odesa route?
Carriers on this route: LikeBus. The line-up depends on the travel date.