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How to get fromSofia to Banskoby bus, car, or train

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There are 3 ways to get from Sofia to Bansko by bus, car, or train

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  1. Bus, drive

    best
    1. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Petrich Bus Stationbus bus Union Ivkoni
    2. Drive from Petrich Bus Station to Banskocar car
    4h 4m
    $16–24

  2. Train, drive

    cheapest
    1. Take the train from Sofia to Petrichtrain train Ic
    2. Drive from Petrich to Banskocar car
    4h 40m
    $11–16

  3. Drive 216.4 km

    1. Drive from Sofia to Banskocar car 216.4 km
    2h 59m
    $35–50

Questions & Answers

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  • Distance: 223.4 km
  • Duration: 4h 4m

What companies run services between Sofia, Bulgaria and Bansko, North Macedonia?

There is no direct connection from Sofia to Bansko. However, you can take the bus to Petrich Bus Station then drive to Bansko. Alternatively, you can take a train from Sofia to Bansko via Petrich in around 4h 40m.

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