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

The cheapest way to get from Bansko to Kostenets is to train which costs $5 - $9 and takes 5h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bansko to Kostenets is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs $16 - $24.

Is there a direct bus between Bansko and Kostenets?

No, there is no direct bus from Bansko to Kostenets. However, there are services departing from Bansko and arriving at Kostenets via Plovdiv. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

Is there a direct train between Bansko and Kostenets?

No, there is no direct train from Bansko to Kostenets. However, there are services departing from Bansko and arriving at Kostenets via Septemvri. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Bansko to Kostenets?

The distance between Bansko and Kostenets is 230 km. The road distance is 101.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Bansko to Kostenets without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 6m and costs $17 - $25.

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

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Bansko to Kostenets, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bansko to Kostenets bus from?

Bansko to Kostenets bus services, operated by Municipality of Bansko, depart from Bansko station.

Where do I catch the Bansko to Kostenets train from?

Bansko to Kostenets train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Bansko station.

Train or bus from Bansko to Kostenets?

The best way to get from Bansko to Kostenets is to train which takes 5h 50m and costs $5 - $9. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $9 - $15 and takes 6h.

Where does the Bansko to Kostenets bus arrive?

Bansko to Kostenets bus services, operated by Municipality of Bansko, arrive at Plovdiv South station.

Where does the Bansko to Kostenets train arrive?

Bansko to Kostenets train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Septemvri station.

Can I drive from Bansko to Kostenets?

Yes, the driving distance between Bansko to Kostenets is 101 km. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Bansko to Kostenets.

Where can I stay near Kostenets?

There are 373+ hotels available in Kostenets.

Bansko to Kostenets - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Bansko to Kostenets by bus, train, car, or taxi

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
best
1. Take the bus from Bansko New Station to Sofia Bus and Coach Station Zapadbus Traventuria 13637 / ...
2. Take the train from Sofia to Kostenetstrain 8613 / ...
5h 6m
$17–24
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Bansko to Septemvritrain 1662 / ...
5h 50m
$5–8
Drive 101.3 km
1. Drive from Bansko to Kostenetscar 101.3 km
1h 43m
$16–24
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bansko to Kostenetstaxi 101.3 km
1h 43m
$45–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bansko to Plovdiv Southbus
2. Take the bus from Plovdiv to Kostenetsbus
6h
$9–14

Bansko to Kostenets by train

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5h 50mAverage Duration

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Distance: 230.2 km
Duration: 5h 6m

What companies run services between Bansko, Bulgaria and Kostenets, Bulgaria?

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) operates a train from Bansko to Septemvri 4 times a day. Tickets cost $4–7 and the journey takes 4h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bansko to Kostenets via Plovdiv South and Plovdiv in around 6h.

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