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

The cheapest way to get from Pleven to Sofia is to bus which costs $5 - $12 and takes 2h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pleven to Sofia is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Pleven and Sofia?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pleven Bus Stop and arriving at Sofia Central Bus Station station. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Pleven and Sofia?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Pleven and arriving at Sofia Sever. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 35m.

How far is it from Pleven to Sofia?

The distance between Pleven and Sofia is 163 km. The road distance is 162 km.

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

The best way to get from Pleven to Sofia without a car is to bus which takes 2h 34m and costs $5 - $12.

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

The bus from Pleven Bus Stop to Sofia Central Bus Station takes 2h 34m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Pleven to Sofia bus from?

Pleven to Sofia bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, depart from Pleven Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Pleven to Sofia train from?

Pleven to Sofia train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Pleven station.

Train or bus from Pleven to Sofia?

The best way to get from Pleven to Sofia is to bus which takes 2h 34m and costs $5 - $12. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $18 - $20 and takes 2h 35m.

Where does the Pleven to Sofia bus arrive?

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

Where does the Pleven to Sofia train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pleven to Sofia?

Yes, the driving distance between Pleven to Sofia is 162 km. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Pleven to Sofia.

How do I get a bus ticket from Pleven to Sofia?

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Where can I stay near Sofia?

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Distance: 163 km
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What companies run services between Pleven, Bulgaria and Sofia, Bulgaria?

Union Ivkoni operates a bus from Pleven Bus Stop to Sofia Central Bus Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 2h 34m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) operates a train from Pleven to Sofia Sever hourly. Tickets cost $3–5 and the journey takes 2h 35m. Romanian Railways (CFR) also services this route 3 times a day.

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