The average train between Bansko and Karlovo takes 9h 28m and the fastest train takes 6h 37m. The train service runs several times per day from Bansko to Karlovo. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 4 times a day between Bansko and Karlovo. The earliest departure is at 7:02 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bansko is at 5:57 PM which arrives into Karlovo at 11:12 AM. All services require a transfer at Septemvri and take an average of 9h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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17h 15m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Bansko to Karlovo? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Bansko to Karlovo. However, there are services departing from Bansko station and arriving at Karlovo station via Septemvri. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 28m.
Bansko to Karlovo train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Bansko station.
Bansko to Karlovo train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Karlovo station.
The distance between Bansko and Karlovo is 140.1 km. The road distance is 277 km.
You can take a train from Bansko to Karlovo via Septemvri and Plovdiv in around 8h 10m.