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

The cheapest way to get from Sofia to Lovech is to train which costs $3 - $5 and takes 4h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sofia to Lovech is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Sofia and Lovech?

No, there is no direct bus from Sofia station to Lovech. However, there are services departing from Sofia Central Bus Station and arriving at Lovech via Pleven. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Sofia and Lovech?

No, there is no direct train from Sofia to Lovech. However, there are services departing from Sofia Sever and arriving at Pleven via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

How far is it from Sofia to Lovech?

The distance between Sofia and Lovech is 202 km. The road distance is 148.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Sofia to Lovech without a car is to bus via Pleven which takes 4h 6m and costs $8 - $12.

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

It takes approximately 4h 6m to get from Sofia to Lovech, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Lovech bus from?

Sofia to Lovech bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, depart from Sofia Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Lovech train from?

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

Train or bus from Sofia to Lovech?

The best way to get from Sofia to Lovech is to bus via Pleven which takes 4h 6m and costs $8 - $12. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $3 - $5 and takes 4h 8m.

Where does the Sofia to Lovech bus arrive?

Sofia to Lovech bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, arrive at Pleven Bus Stop station.

Where does the Sofia to Lovech train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sofia to Lovech?

Yes, the driving distance between Sofia to Lovech is 149 km. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Sofia to Lovech.

Where can I stay near Lovech?

There are 41+ hotels available in Lovech.

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There are 5 ways to get from Sofia to Lovech by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus via Pleven
best
1. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Pleven Bus Stopbus Union Ivkoni
4h 6m
$8–12
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Sofia Sever to Pleventrain Ic / ...
4h 8m
$3–5
Drive 148.7 km
1. Drive from Sofia to Lovechcar 148.7 km
1h 51m
$24–34
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sofia to Lovechtaxi 148.7 km
1h 51m
$130–170
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Troyanbus
2. Take the bus from Troyan to Lovechbus
4h 14m

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Distance: 202.3 km
Duration: 4h 6m

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

Union Ivkoni operates a bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Pleven Bus Stop every 4 hours. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 2h 30m. Alternatively, Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) operates a train from Sofia Sever to Pleven hourly. Tickets cost $3–5 and the journey takes 2h 32m.

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