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

The cheapest way to get from Karlovo to Stara Zagora is to train via Tulovo which costs $2 - $4 and takes 2h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Karlovo to Stara Zagora is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs $13 - $20.

Is there a direct bus between Karlovo and Stara Zagora?

No, there is no direct bus from Karlovo station to Stara Zagora. However, there are services departing from Karlovo Bus Station and arriving at Stara Zagora via Kazanlak. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Karlovo and Stara Zagora?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Karlovo and arriving at Stara Zagora. Services depart four times a week, and operate Wednesday and Thursday. The journey takes approximately 3h 3m.

How far is it from Karlovo to Stara Zagora?

The distance between Karlovo and Stara Zagora is 93 km. The road distance is 88 km.

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

The best way to get from Karlovo to Stara Zagora without a car is to bus which takes 2h 10m and costs $4 - $9.

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

It takes approximately 2h 10m to get from Karlovo to Stara Zagora, including transfers.

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

Karlovo to Stara Zagora bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, depart from Karlovo Bus Station.

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

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

Train or bus from Karlovo to Stara Zagora?

The best way to get from Karlovo to Stara Zagora is to bus which takes 2h 10m and costs $4 - $9. Alternatively, you can train via Tulovo, which costs $2 - $4 and takes 2h 38m.

Where does the Karlovo to Stara Zagora bus arrive?

Karlovo to Stara Zagora bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, arrive at Kazanlak Bus Station.

Where does the Karlovo to Stara Zagora train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Karlovo to Stara Zagora?

Yes, the driving distance between Karlovo to Stara Zagora is 88 km. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Karlovo to Stara Zagora.

Where can I stay near Stara Zagora?

There are 152+ hotels available in Stara Zagora.

Karlovo to Stara Zagora - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Karlovo to Stara Zagora by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Karlovo Bus Station to Kazanlak Bus Stationbus Union Ivkoni
2. Take the bus from Kazanlak to Stara Zagorabus
2h 10m
$5–9
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Karlovo to Kazanlaktrain Ic / ...
2. Take the bus from Kazanlak to Stara Zagorabus
2h 15m
$2–7
Drive 88 km
1. Drive from Karlovo to Stara Zagoracar 88 km
1h 16m
$14–20
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Karlovo to Stara Zagorataxi 88 km
1h 16m
$50–65
Train via Tulovo
1. Take the train from Karlovo to Tulovotrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Tulovo to Stara Zagoratrain Re / ...
2h 38m
$3–4
Train
1. Take the train from Karlovo to Stara Zagoratrain Ic
3h 3m
$2–5

Karlovo to Stara Zagora by train

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Distance: 92.9 km
Duration: 2h 10m

What companies run services between Karlovo, Bulgaria and Stara Zagora, Bulgaria?

You can take a bus from Karlovo Bus Station to Stara Zagora via Kazanlak Bus Station and Kazanlak in around 2h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Karlovo to Stara Zagora via Tulovo in around 2h 38m.

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