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

The cheapest way to get from Sofia to Kardzhali is to train via Plovdiv which costs $4 - $9 and takes 7h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sofia to Kardzhali is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Sofia and Kardzhali?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sofia Central Bus Station station and arriving at Kardzhali. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Sofia and Kardzhali?

No, there is no direct train from Sofia to Kardzhali. However, there are services departing from Poduyane and arriving at Kardjali via Dimitrovgrad. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 29m.

How far is it from Sofia to Kardzhali?

The distance between Sofia and Kardzhali is 278 km. The road distance is 236.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Sofia to Kardzhali without a car is to bus which takes 3h 55m and costs $21 - $35.

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

The bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Kardzhali takes 3h 55m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Kardzhali bus from?

Sofia to Kardzhali bus services, operated by BG Razpisanie, depart from Sofia Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Kardzhali train from?

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

Train or bus from Sofia to Kardzhali?

The best way to get from Sofia to Kardzhali is to bus which takes 3h 55m and costs $21 - $35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $4 - $8 and takes 6h 29m.

Where does the Sofia to Kardzhali bus arrive?

Sofia to Kardzhali bus services, operated by BG Razpisanie, arrive at Kardzhali station.

Where does the Sofia to Kardzhali train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sofia to Kardzhali?

Yes, the driving distance between Sofia to Kardzhali is 236 km. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Sofia to Kardzhali.

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

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Where can I stay near Kardzhali?

There are 86+ hotels available in Kardzhali.

Sofia to Kardzhali - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Sofia to Kardzhali by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Kardzhalibus
3h 55m
$21–35
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Poduyane to Dimitrovgradtrain Ic
2. Take the train from Dimitrovgrad to Kardjalitrain Ic / ...
6h 29m
$5–8
Drive 236.1 km
1. Drive from Sofia to Kardzhalicar 236.1 km
2h 53m
$38–54
Train via Plovdiv
1. Take the train from Sofia to Plovdivtrain Ic
2. Take the train from Plovdiv to Kardjalitrain Re
7h 20m
$5–8

Sofia to Kardzhali by bus

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Distance: 277.7 km
Duration: 3h 55m

What companies run services between Sofia, Bulgaria and Kardzhali, Bulgaria?

BG Razpisanie operates a bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Kardzhali twice daily. Tickets cost $7–14 and the journey takes 3h 55m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a train from Poduyane to Kardjali via Dimitrovgrad in around 6h 29m.

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