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How to get fromBansko to Sofiaby car, bus, or train

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There are 3 ways to get from Bansko to Sofia by car, bus, or train

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  1. Drive, bus

    best
    1. Drive from Bansko to Petrich Bus Stationcar car
    2. Take the bus from Petrich Bus Station to Sofia Central Bus Stationbus bus Union Ivkoni
    3h 59m
    $16–23

  2. Drive, train

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Bansko to Petrichcar car
    2. Take the train from Petrich to Sofiatrain train Ic
    4h 33m
    $10–16

  3. Drive 216.8 km

    1. Drive from Bansko to Sofiacar car 216.8 km
    2h 54m
    $35–50

Questions & Answers

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  • Distance: 224.4 km
  • Duration: 3h 59m

What companies run services between Bansko, North Macedonia and Sofia, Bulgaria?

There is no direct connection from Bansko to Sofia. However, you can drive to Petrich Bus Station then take the bus to Sofia Central Bus Station. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Bansko to Sofia via Petrich in around 4h 33m.

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