What is the cheapest way to get from Bansko to Karlovo?

The cheapest way to get from Bansko to Karlovo is to train which costs $4 - $9 and takes 8h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bansko to Karlovo?

The fastest way to get from Bansko to Karlovo is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Bansko and Karlovo?

No, there is no direct bus from Bansko to Karlovo. However, there are services departing from Bansko and arriving at Karlovo via Plovdiv. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Bansko and Karlovo?

No, there is no direct train from Bansko to Karlovo. However, there are services departing from Bansko and arriving at Karlovo via Septemvri and Plovdiv. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 11m.

How far is it from Bansko to Karlovo?

The distance between Bansko and Karlovo is 204 km. The road distance is 197.7 km.

How do I travel from Bansko to Karlovo without a car?

The best way to get from Bansko to Karlovo without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 15m and costs $7 - $12.

How long does it take to get from Bansko to Karlovo?

It takes approximately 5h 15m to get from Bansko to Karlovo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bansko to Karlovo bus from?

Bansko to Karlovo bus services, operated by Municipality of Bansko, depart from Bansko station.

Where do I catch the Bansko to Karlovo train from?

Bansko to Karlovo train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Bansko station.

Train or bus from Bansko to Karlovo?

The best way to get from Bansko to Karlovo is to train which takes 8h 11m and costs $4 - $9. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 20m.

Where does the Bansko to Karlovo bus arrive?

Bansko to Karlovo bus services, operated by Municipality of Bansko, arrive at Plovdiv South station.

Where does the Bansko to Karlovo train arrive?

Bansko to Karlovo train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Septemvri station.

Can I drive from Bansko to Karlovo?

Yes, the driving distance between Bansko to Karlovo is 198 km. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Bansko to Karlovo.

Where can I stay near Karlovo?

There are 192+ hotels available in Karlovo.

Bansko to Karlovo - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Bansko to Karlovo by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bansko to Plovdiv Northbus
2. Take the train from Filipovo to Karlovotrain Re / ...
5h 15m
$7–12
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Bansko to Septemvritrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Septemvri to Plovdivtrain Re / ...
3. Take the train from Plovdiv to Karlovotrain Re / ...
8h 11m
$5–9
Drive 197.7 km
1. Drive from Bansko to Karlovocar 197.7 km
2h 59m
$32–45
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bansko to Karlovotaxi 197.7 km
2h 59m
$80–100
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bansko to Plovdiv Southbus
2. Take the bus from Plovdiv to Karlovobus
5h 20m

Bansko to Karlovo by train

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Distance: 203.8 km
Duration: 5h 15m

What companies run services between Bansko, Bulgaria and Karlovo, Bulgaria?

You can take a train from Bansko to Karlovo via Septemvri and Plovdiv in around 8h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bansko to Karlovo via Plovdiv in around 5h 20m.

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