What is the cheapest way to get from Giurgiu to Balchik?

The cheapest way to get from Giurgiu to Balchik is to train which costs $5 - $9 and takes 6h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Giurgiu to Balchik?

The fastest way to get from Giurgiu to Balchik is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs $35 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Giurgiu and Balchik?

No, there is no direct bus from Giurgiu to Balchik. However, there are services departing from Ruse East and arriving at Balchik kv. Levski via Varna. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Giurgiu and Balchik?

No, there is no direct train from Giurgiu to Balchik. However, there are services departing from Ruse Razpredelitelna and arriving at Varna via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 39m.

How far is it from Giurgiu to Balchik?

The distance between Giurgiu and Balchik is 258 km. The road distance is 244.8 km.

How long does it take to get from Giurgiu to Balchik?

It takes approximately 5h 40m to get from Giurgiu to Balchik, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Giurgiu to Balchik bus from?

Giurgiu to Balchik bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Ruse East station.

Where do I catch the Giurgiu to Balchik train from?

Giurgiu to Balchik train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Ruse Razpredelitelna station.

Train or bus from Giurgiu to Balchik?

The best way to get from Giurgiu to Balchik is to bus which takes 5h 40m and costs $27 - $40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $5 - $9 and takes 6h 39m.

Where does the Giurgiu to Balchik bus arrive?

Giurgiu to Balchik bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Varna station.

Where does the Giurgiu to Balchik train arrive?

Giurgiu to Balchik train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Varna station.

Can I drive from Giurgiu to Balchik?

Yes, the driving distance between Giurgiu to Balchik is 245 km. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Giurgiu to Balchik.

Where can I stay near Balchik?

There are 716+ hotels available in Balchik.

Giurgiu to Balchik - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Giurgiu to Balchik by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ruse East to Varnabus 984
2. Take the bus from Varna to Balchik kv. Levskibus
5h 40m
$27–40
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ruse Razpredelitelna to Varnatrain Ic
6h 39m
$5–9
Drive 244.8 km
1. Drive from Giurgiu to Balchikcar 244.8 km
3h 12m
$39–57

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Distance: 258.3 km
Duration: 5h 40m

What companies run services between Giurgiu, Romania and Balchik, Bulgaria?

You can take a vehicle from Giurgiu to Balchik kv. Levski via Ruse East and Varna in around 5h 40m. Alternatively, Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) operates a train from Ruse Razpredelitelna to Varna twice daily. Tickets cost $3–6 and the journey takes 3h 37m.

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