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

The cheapest way to get from Sofia to Petrich is to train which costs $3 - $6 and takes 3h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sofia to Petrich is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Sofia and Petrich?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sofia Central Bus Station station and arriving at Petrich Bus Station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Sofia and Petrich?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sofia and arriving at Petrich. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 55m.

How far is it from Sofia to Petrich?

The distance between Sofia and Petrich is 179 km. The road distance is 173.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Sofia to Petrich without a car is to bus which takes 3h 20m and costs $8 - $13.

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

The bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Petrich Bus Station takes 3h 20m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Petrich bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Sofia to Petrich train from?

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

Train or bus from Sofia to Petrich?

The best way to get from Sofia to Petrich is to bus which takes 3h 20m and costs $8 - $13. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $3 - $6 and takes 3h 55m.

Where does the Sofia to Petrich bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sofia to Petrich train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sofia to Petrich?

Yes, the driving distance between Sofia to Petrich is 174 km. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Sofia to Petrich.

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

Book your Sofia to Petrich bus tickets online with Omio, Distribusion and 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near Petrich?

There are 378+ hotels available in Petrich.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Petrich Bus Stationbus Union Ivkoni
3h 20m
$8–13
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Sofia to Petrichtrain Ic
3h 55m
$3–6
Drive 173.6 km
1. Drive from Sofia to Petrichcar 173.6 km
2h 13m
$28–40
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sofia to Petrichtaxi 173.6 km
2h 13m
$130–170

Sofia to Petrich by bus

42Weekly Buses

3h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 178.6 km
Duration: 3h 20m

What companies run services between Sofia, Bulgaria and Petrich, Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria?

Union Ivkoni operates a bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Petrich Bus Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $8–13 and the journey takes 3h 20m. Chona also services this route 3 times a day. Alternatively, Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) operates a train from Sofia to Petrich every 4 hours. Tickets cost $3–6 and the journey takes 3h 55m.

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