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

The cheapest way to get from Sofia to Pleven is to train which costs $3 - $5 and takes 2h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sofia to Pleven is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Sofia and Pleven?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sofia Central Bus Station station and arriving at Pleven Bus Stop. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Sofia and Pleven?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sofia Sever and arriving at Pleven. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 32m.

How far is it from Sofia to Pleven?

The distance between Sofia and Pleven is 165 km. The road distance is 162.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Sofia to Pleven without a car is to bus which takes 2h 30m and costs $5 - $12.

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

The bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Pleven Bus Stop takes 2h 30m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Pleven bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Sofia to Pleven train from?

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

Train or bus from Sofia to Pleven?

The best way to get from Sofia to Pleven is to bus which takes 2h 30m and costs $5 - $12. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $3 - $5 and takes 2h 32m.

Where does the Sofia to Pleven bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sofia to Pleven train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sofia to Pleven?

Yes, the driving distance between Sofia to Pleven is 162 km. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Sofia to Pleven.

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

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Where can I stay near Pleven?

There are 86+ hotels available in Pleven.

Sofia to Pleven - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and shuttle

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Pleven Bus Stopbus Union Ivkoni
2h 30m
$5–12
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Sofia Sever to Pleventrain Ic / ...
2h 32m
$3–5
Drive 162.5 km
1. Drive from Sofia to Plevencar 162.5 km
1h 57m
$26–37
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sofia to Pleventaxi 162.5 km
1h 57m
$130–160
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Sofia to Plevenshuttle
2h 12m
$160–220

Sofia to Pleven by bus

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Distance: 164.8 km
Duration: 2h 30m

What companies run services between Sofia, Bulgaria and Pleven, 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. Two other operators also service this route. 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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