What is the cheapest way to get from Sofia to Stara Zagora?

The cheapest way to get from Sofia to Stara Zagora is to train which costs $4 - $7 and takes 4h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sofia to Stara Zagora?

The fastest way to get from Sofia to Stara Zagora is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Sofia and Stara Zagora?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sofia Central Bus Station station and arriving at Stara Zagora Bus Station Slavianski station. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Sofia and Stara Zagora?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Poduyane and arriving at Stara Zagora. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 7m.

How far is it from Sofia to Stara Zagora?

The distance between Sofia and Stara Zagora is 233 km. The road distance is 226.4 km.

How do I travel from Sofia to Stara Zagora without a car?

The best way to get from Sofia to Stara Zagora without a car is to bus which takes 3h 10m and costs $9 - $19.

How long does it take to get from Sofia to Stara Zagora?

The bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Stara Zagora Bus Station Slavianski takes 3h 10m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Stara Zagora bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Sofia to Stara Zagora train from?

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

Train or bus from Sofia to Stara Zagora?

The best way to get from Sofia to Stara Zagora is to bus which takes 3h 10m and costs $9 - $19. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $4 - $7 and takes 4h 7m.

Where does the Sofia to Stara Zagora bus arrive?

Sofia to Stara Zagora bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, arrive at Stara Zagora Bus Station Slavianski.

Where does the Sofia to Stara Zagora train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sofia to Stara Zagora?

Yes, the driving distance between Sofia to Stara Zagora is 226 km. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Sofia to Stara Zagora.

How do I get a bus ticket from Sofia to Stara Zagora?

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Where can I stay near Stara Zagora?

There are 153+ hotels available in Stara Zagora.

Sofia to Stara Zagora - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Sofia to Stara Zagora by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Stara Zagora Bus Station Slavianskibus Union Ivkoni
3h 10m
$9–19
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Poduyane to Stara Zagoratrain Ic
4h 7m
$4–7
Drive 226.4 km
1. Drive from Sofia to Stara Zagoracar 226.4 km
2h 12m
$36–52

Sofia to Stara Zagora by train

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Distance: 233.2 km
Duration: 3h 10m

What companies run services between Sofia, Bulgaria and Stara Zagora, Bulgaria?

Union Ivkoni operates a bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Stara Zagora Bus Station Slavianski every 4 hours. Tickets cost $11–16 and the journey takes 3h 10m. Six other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) operates a train from Poduyane to Stara Zagora 5 times a day. Tickets cost $4–7 and the journey takes 4h 7m.

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