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

The cheapest way to get from Sofia to Caracal is to train which costs $9 - $17 and takes 11h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sofia to Caracal is to drive which takes 5h 38m and costs $60 - $95.

Is there a direct bus between Sofia and Caracal?

No, there is no direct bus from Sofia station to Caracal. However, there are services departing from Sofia Central Bus Station and arriving at Caracal via Gara de Nord and Bucureşti Autogara DLS. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Sofia and Caracal?

No, there is no direct train from Sofia to Caracal. However, there are services departing from Sofia and arriving at Caracal via Vidin and Craiova. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 24m.

How far is it from Sofia to Caracal?

The distance between Sofia and Caracal is 409 km. The road distance is 341.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Sofia to Caracal without a car is to bus and train which takes 10h 13m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 10h 13m to get from Sofia to Caracal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Caracal bus from?

Sofia to Caracal bus services, operated by LIKEBUS, depart from Sofia Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Caracal train from?

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

Train or bus from Sofia to Caracal?

The best way to get from Sofia to Caracal is to bus which takes 10h 38m and costs $41. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $9 - $17 and takes 11h 24m.

Where does the Sofia to Caracal bus arrive?

Sofia to Caracal bus services, operated by LIKEBUS, arrive at Bucharest station.

Where does the Sofia to Caracal train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sofia to Caracal?

Yes, the driving distance between Sofia to Caracal is 341 km. It takes approximately 5h 38m to drive from Sofia to Caracal.

Where can I stay near Caracal?

There are 12+ hotels available in Caracal.

Sofia to Caracal - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Sofia to Caracal by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Vidinbus
2. Take the train from Vidin to Craiovatrain Ic
3. Take the train from Craiova to Caracaltrain
10h 13m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Sofia to Vidintrain Ic
2. Take the train from Vidin to Craiovatrain Ic
3. Take the train from Craiova to Caracaltrain
11h 24m
$9–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Bucharestbus Sofia-Bucharest
2. Take the bus from Bucureşti Autogara DLS to Caracalbus
10h 38m
$41
Drive 341.2 km
1. Drive from Sofia to Caracalcar 341.2 km
5h 38m
$65–94
Fly, train
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)plane SOF - OTP
2. Take the train from Bucuresti Nord to Caracaltrain
7h 27m
$84–221

Sofia to Caracal by train

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11h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 408.6 km
Duration: 10h 13m

What companies run services between Sofia, Bulgaria and Caracal, Olt, Romania?

You can take a bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Caracal via Bucharest, Gara de Nord, Piata Virgiliu, and Bucureşti Autogara DLS in around 10h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Sofia to Caracal via Vidin and Craiova in around 11h 24m.

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