What is the cheapest way to get from Bansko to Craiova?

The cheapest way to get from Bansko to Craiova is to bus and train which costs $35 - $55 and takes 13h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bansko to Craiova?

The fastest way to get from Bansko to Craiova is to drive which takes 6h 16m and costs $65 - $100.

Is there a direct bus between Bansko and Craiova?

No, there is no direct bus from Bansko to Craiova. However, there are services departing from Bansko Gondola and arriving at Craiova Benzinaria Petrom via Sofia - Ovcha Kupel, Sofia Central Bus Station and Bucharest Otopeni Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 49m.

How far is it from Bansko to Craiova?

The distance between Bansko and Craiova is 515 km. The road distance is 433.7 km.

How do I travel from Bansko to Craiova without a car?

The best way to get from Bansko to Craiova without a car is to bus and train via Sofia which takes 12h and costs .

How long does it take to get from Bansko to Craiova?

It takes approximately 12h to get from Bansko to Craiova, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bansko to Craiova bus from?

Bansko to Craiova bus services, operated by Traventuria, depart from Bansko Gondola station.

Where does the Bansko to Craiova bus arrive?

Bansko to Craiova bus services, operated by Traventuria, arrive at Sofia Bus and Coach Station Zapad.

Can I drive from Bansko to Craiova?

Yes, the driving distance between Bansko to Craiova is 434 km. It takes approximately 6h 16m to drive from Bansko to Craiova.

Where can I stay near Craiova?

There are 781+ hotels available in Craiova.

Bansko to Craiova - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Bansko to Craiova by bus, train, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train via Sofia
best
1. Take the bus from Bansko Gondola to Sofia Bus and Coach Station Zapadbus
2. Take the bus from Sofia to Vidinbus
3. Take the train from Vidin to Craiovatrain
12h
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bansko Gondola to Sofia Bus and Coach Station Zapadbus
2. Take the train from Sofia Sever to Vidintrain
3. Take the train from Vidin to Craiovatrain
13h 12m
$37–51
Drive 433.7 km
1. Drive from Bansko to Craiovacar 433.7 km
6h 16m
$70–100
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Bansko New Station to Sofia Airport Terminal 1 Bus Stopbus
2. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)plane SOF - OTP
3. Take the bus from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Craiova Benzinaria Petrombus
9h 15m
$82–214
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bansko Gondola to Sofia Bus and Coach Station Zapadbus
2. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Bucharest Henri Coanda Airport Arrival Terminalbus
3. Take the bus from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Craiova Benzinaria Petrombus
14h 49m
$45–71

Bansko to Craiova by bus

6Weekly Buses

14h 49mAverage Duration

$45Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 514.9 km
Duration: 12h

What companies run services between Bansko, Bulgaria and Craiova, Romania?

You can take a bus from Bansko Gondola to Craiova Benzinaria Petrom via Sofia Bus and Coach Station Zapad, Sofia - Ovcha Kupel, Sofia, Sofia Central Bus Station, Bucharest Henri Coanda Airport Arrival Terminal, and Bucharest Otopeni Airport in around 14h 49m.

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