What is the cheapest way to get from Bucharest to Stara Zagora?

The cheapest way to get from Bucharest to Stara Zagora is to night train which costs $5 - $24 and takes 3h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bucharest to Stara Zagora?

The fastest way to get from Bucharest to Stara Zagora is to night train which takes 3h 11m and costs $5 - $24.

Is there a direct bus between Bucharest and Stara Zagora?

No, there is no direct bus from Bucharest to Stara Zagora. However, there are services departing from București, Autogara Militari and arriving at Stara Zagora via Veliko Tarnovo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Bucharest and Stara Zagora?

Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Bucharest and arriving at Stara Zagora. The journey takes approximately 3h 11m.

How far is it from Bucharest to Stara Zagora?

The distance between Bucharest and Stara Zagora is 297 km. The road distance is 278.9 km.

How do I travel from Bucharest to Stara Zagora without a car?

The best way to get from Bucharest to Stara Zagora without a car is to bus via Veliko Tŭrnovo which takes 7h 4m and costs $19 - $40.

How long does it take to get from Bucharest to Stara Zagora?

It takes approximately 7h 4m to get from Bucharest to Stara Zagora, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bucharest to Stara Zagora bus from?

Bucharest to Stara Zagora bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from București, Autogara Militari station.

Where do I catch the Bucharest to Stara Zagora train from?

Bucharest to Stara Zagora train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Bucharest station.

Where does the Bucharest to Stara Zagora bus arrive?

Bucharest to Stara Zagora bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Veliko Tarnovo station.

Where does the Bucharest to Stara Zagora train arrive?

Bucharest to Stara Zagora train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Stara Zagora station.

Can I drive from Bucharest to Stara Zagora?

Yes, the driving distance between Bucharest to Stara Zagora is 279 km. It takes approximately 4h 38m to drive from Bucharest to Stara Zagora.

Where can I stay near Stara Zagora?

There are 152+ hotels available in Stara Zagora.

Bucharest to Stara Zagora - 4 ways to travel via bus, night train, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Bucharest to Stara Zagora by bus, night train, or car

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Bus via Veliko Tŭrnovo
best
1. Take the bus from București, Autogara Militari to Veliko Tarnovobus 983 / ...
2. Take the bus from Veliko Tarnovo to Stara Zagorabus
7h 4m
$19–37
Night train
cheapest
1. Take the nighttrain from Bucharest to Stara Zagoranighttrain Bosphor Express
3h 11m
$5–24
Drive 278.9 km
1. Drive from Bucharest to Stara Zagoracar 278.9 km
4h 38m
$45–65
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bucharest Horoscop Hotel to Ruse Central Bus Stationbus Pegasus 113 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ruse to Stara Zagorabus
8h 20m
$13–31

Bucharest to Stara Zagora by bus

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7h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 297.4 km
Duration: 7h 4m

What companies run services between Bucharest, Romania and Stara Zagora, Bulgaria?

You can take a bus from București, Autogara Militari to Stara Zagora via Veliko Tarnovo in around 7h 4m. Alternatively, Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) operates a vehicle from Bucharest to Stara Zagora twice a week. Tickets cost $5–24 and the journey takes 3h 11m.

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