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

The cheapest way to get from Blagoevgrad to Ruse is to bus via Sofia which costs $19 - $30 and takes 6h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blagoevgrad to Ruse is to drive which takes 5h 2m and costs $60 - $95.

Is there a direct bus between Blagoevgrad and Ruse?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Blagoevgrad Central Bus Terminal and arriving at Ruse East. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 6h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Blagoevgrad and Ruse?

No, there is no direct train from Blagoevgrad to Ruse. However, there are services departing from Blagoevgrad and arriving at Ruse via Tsentralna Gara and Sofia Sever. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 30m.

How far is it from Blagoevgrad to Ruse?

The distance between Blagoevgrad and Ruse is 411 km. The road distance is 405.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Blagoevgrad to Ruse without a car is to bus which takes 6h 35m and costs $35 - $55.

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

The bus from Blagoevgrad Central Bus Terminal to Ruse East takes 6h 35m including transfers and departs five times a week.

Where do I catch the Blagoevgrad to Ruse bus from?

Blagoevgrad to Ruse bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Blagoevgrad Central Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Blagoevgrad to Ruse train from?

Blagoevgrad to Ruse train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Blagoevgrad station.

Train or bus from Blagoevgrad to Ruse?

The best way to get from Blagoevgrad to Ruse is to bus which takes 6h 35m and costs $35 - $55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $17 - $29 and takes 9h 30m.

Where does the Blagoevgrad to Ruse bus arrive?

Blagoevgrad to Ruse bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Ruse East station.

Where does the Blagoevgrad to Ruse train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Blagoevgrad to Ruse?

Yes, the driving distance between Blagoevgrad to Ruse is 405 km. It takes approximately 5h 2m to drive from Blagoevgrad to Ruse.

How do I get a bus ticket from Blagoevgrad to Ruse?

Book your Blagoevgrad to Ruse bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Ruse?

There are 212+ hotels available in Ruse.

Blagoevgrad to Ruse - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Blagoevgrad to Ruse by bus, train, or car

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 Blagoevgrad Central Bus Terminal to Ruse EastN980 / ...
6h 35m
$35–55
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Blagoevgrad to Sofia5612 / ...
2. Take the train from Sofia Sever to Ruse4610
9h 30m
$17–29
Drive 405.4 km
1. Drive from Blagoevgrad to Ruse405.4 km
5h 2m
$64–93
Bus via Sofia
1. Take the bus from Blagoevgrad Bus Station to Sofia Central Bus StationUnion Ivkoni
2. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Ruse Central Bus StationUnion Ivkoni / ...
6h 50m
$19–30

Blagoevgrad to Ruse by bus

5Weekly Buses

6h 35mAverage Duration

$35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 410.9 km
Duration: 6h 35m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Blagoevgrad Central Bus Terminal to Ruse East 5 times a week. Tickets cost $35–55 and the journey takes 6h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Blagoevgrad to Ruse via Sofia, Tsentralna Gara, Modna K″shcha Agresiya, and Sofia Sever in around 9h 30m.

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