What is the cheapest way to get from Banya to Sofia?

The cheapest way to get from Banya to Sofia is to train which costs $3 - $8 and takes 6h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Banya to Sofia?

The fastest way to get from Banya to Sofia is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Banya and Sofia?

No, there is no direct bus from Banya station to Sofia station. However, there are services departing from Bansko New Station and arriving at Sofia Central Bus Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Banya and Sofia?

No, there is no direct train from Banya to Sofia. However, there are services departing from Guliyna Banya - T and arriving at Sofia via Septemvri. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 46m.

How far is it from Banya to Sofia?

The distance between Banya and Sofia is 160 km. The road distance is 149.1 km.

How do I travel from Banya to Sofia without a car?

The best way to get from Banya to Sofia without a car is to bus which takes 3h 46m and costs $7 - $13.

How long does it take to get from Banya to Sofia?

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Banya to Sofia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Banya to Sofia bus from?

Banya to Sofia bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, depart from Bansko New Station.

Where do I catch the Banya to Sofia train from?

Banya to Sofia train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Guliyna Banya - T station.

Train or bus from Banya to Sofia?

The best way to get from Banya to Sofia is to bus which takes 3h 46m and costs $7 - $13. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $3 - $8 and takes 6h 46m.

Where does the Banya to Sofia bus arrive?

Banya to Sofia bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, arrive at Sofia Central Bus Station.

Where does the Banya to Sofia train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Banya to Sofia?

Yes, the driving distance between Banya to Sofia is 149 km. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Banya to Sofia.

Where can I stay near Sofia?

There are 2314+ hotels available in Sofia.

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bansko New Station to Sofia Central Bus Stationbus Union Ivkoni
3h 46m
$8–13
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Guliyna Banya - T to Septemvritrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Septemvri to Sofiatrain Ic / ...
6h 46m
$4–7
Drive 149.1 km
1. Drive from Banya to Sofiacar 149.1 km
1h 51m
$24–34
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Banya to Sofiataxi 149.1 km
1h 51m
$140–180
Bus via Bansko
1. Take the bus from Bansko to Sofia Central Bus Stationbus
4h 18m
$19–29

Banya to Sofia by train

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Distance: 160 km
Duration: 3h 46m

What companies run services between Banya, Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria and Sofia, Bulgaria?

Union Ivkoni operates a bus from Bansko New Station to Sofia Central Bus Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $7–11 and the journey takes 2h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Guliyna Banya - T to Sofia via Septemvri in around 6h 46m.

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