The average train between Bansko and Kostenets takes 6h 35m and the fastest train takes 5h 7m. The train service runs several times per day from Bansko to Kostenets. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 4 times a day between Bansko and Kostenets. The earliest departure is at 7:02 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bansko is at 5:57 PM which arrives into Kostenets at 4:02 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bansko to Kostenets. However, there are services departing from Bansko station and arriving at Kostenets station via Septemvri. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.
Bansko to Kostenets train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Bansko station.
Bansko to Kostenets train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Septemvri station.
The distance between Bansko and Kostenets is 61 km. The road distance is 187 km.
Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) operates a train from Bansko to Septemvri every 4 hours. Tickets cost $2–5 and the journey takes 4h 35m.