What is the cheapest way to get from Arad to Bulgaria?

The cheapest way to get from Arad to Bulgaria is to night train and bus which costs $70 - $110 and takes 14h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Arad to Bulgaria?

The fastest way to get from Arad to Bulgaria is to fly and train which takes 5h 16m and costs $80 - $240.

Is there a direct bus between Arad and Bulgaria?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Arad and arriving at Sofia. Services depart four times a week, and operate Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 12h 15m.

How far is it from Arad to Bulgaria?

The distance between Arad and Bulgaria is 571 km. The road distance is 540 km.

How do I travel from Arad to Bulgaria without a car?

The best way to get from Arad to Bulgaria without a car is to bus which takes 12h 15m and costs $75 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Arad to Bulgaria?

It takes approximately 5h 16m to get from Arad to Bulgaria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arad to Bulgaria bus from?

Arad to Bulgaria bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Arad station.

Where does the Arad to Bulgaria bus arrive?

Arad to Bulgaria bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Sofia station.

Can I drive from Arad to Bulgaria?

Yes, the driving distance between Arad to Bulgaria is 540 km. It takes approximately 6h 55m to drive from Arad to Bulgaria.

How do I get a bus ticket from Arad to Bulgaria?

Book your Arad to Bulgaria bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Bulgaria?

There are 2271+ hotels available in Bulgaria.

Arad to Bulgaria - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and night train

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There are 4 ways to get from Arad to Bulgaria by plane, train, bus, car, or night train

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Fly, train
best
1. Fly from Arad (ARW) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)plane ARW - OTP
2. Take the train from Bucuresti Nord to Rusetrain
5h 16m
$84–235
Night train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the nighttrain from Arad to Baile Herculanenighttrain Irn
2. Take the bus from Băile Herculane to Sofiabus 1950
14h 4m
$72–103
Bus
1. Take the bus from Arad to Sofiabus 1950
12h 15m
$75–120
Drive 540 km
1. Drive from Arad to Sofiacar 540 km
6h 55m
$103–148

Arad to Bulgaria by bus

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12h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 570.8 km
Duration: 5h 16m

What companies run services between Arad, Romania and Bulgaria?

FlixBus operates a bus from Arad to Sofia 4 times a week. Tickets cost $75–120 and the journey takes 12h 15m.

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