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

The cheapest way to get from Bansko to Ruse is to bus and train via Plovdiv which costs $16 - $27 and takes 10h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bansko to Ruse is to drive which takes 6h 36m and costs $65 - $100.

Is there a direct bus between Bansko and Ruse?

No, there is no direct bus from Bansko to Ruse station. However, there are services departing from Bansko Gondola and arriving at Ruse Central Bus Station via Sofia - Ovcha Kupel and Sofia Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 3m.

How far is it from Bansko to Ruse?

The distance between Bansko and Ruse is 468 km. The road distance is 422 km.

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

The best way to get from Bansko to Ruse without a car is to bus which takes 8h 3m and costs $28 - $45.

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

It takes approximately 8h 3m to get from Bansko to Ruse, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bansko to Ruse bus from?

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

Where does the Bansko to Ruse bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bansko to Ruse?

Yes, the driving distance between Bansko to Ruse is 422 km. It takes approximately 6h 36m to drive from Bansko to Ruse.

Where can I stay near Ruse?

There are 208+ hotels available in Ruse.

Bansko to Ruse - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and shuttle

There are 7 ways to get from Bansko to Ruse by bus, train, car, plane, or shuttle

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bansko Gondola to Sofia Bus and Coach Station ZapadTraventuria 13637 / ...
2. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Ruse Central Bus StationUnion Ivkoni / ...
8h 3m
$28–41
Bus, train via Plovdiv
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bansko to Plovdiv North
2. Take the train from Filipovo to Ruse4632
10h 49m
$16–27
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bansko New Station to Sofia Bus and Coach Station ZapadTraventuria 13637 / ...
2. Take the train from Sofia Sever to Ruse4610
9h 56m
$27–41
Drive 422 km
1. Drive from Bansko to Ruse422 km
6h 36m
$67–96
Bus, fly to Varna Airport, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Bansko New Station to Sofia Airport Terminal 1 Bus Stop
2. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Varna Airport (VAR)SOF - VAR
3. Take a shuttle bus from Varna Airport to Ruse
8h
$175–450
Bus via Plovdiv
1. Take the bus from Bansko to Plovdiv South
2. Take the bus from Plovdiv to Veliko Tarnovo
3. Take the bus from Veliko Turnovo to Ruse
11h 20m
Bus, fly to Bucharest Otopeni, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Bansko New Station to Sofia Airport Terminal 1 Bus Stop
2. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)SOF - OTP
3. Take a shuttle bus from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Ruse
7h 15m
$190–480

Bansko to Ruse by bus

58Weekly Buses

8h 3mAverage Duration

$28Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 468.4 km
Duration: 8h 3m

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

You can take a bus from Bansko Gondola to Ruse Central Bus Station via Sofia Bus and Coach Station Zapad, Sofia - Ovcha Kupel, Sofia, and Sofia Central Bus Station in around 8h 3m.

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