What is the cheapest way to get from Bucharest to Kalofer?

The cheapest way to get from Bucharest to Kalofer is to night train which costs $13 - $35 and takes 6h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bucharest to Kalofer?

The fastest way to get from Bucharest to Kalofer is to drive which takes 4h 51m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Bucharest and Kalofer?

No, there is no direct bus from Bucharest to Kalofer. However, there are services departing from București, Autogara Militari and arriving at Kalofer Family Hotel George via Veliko Tarnovo and Kazanlak Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 10m.

How far is it from Bucharest to Kalofer?

The distance between Bucharest and Kalofer is 319 km. The road distance is 292 km.

How do I travel from Bucharest to Kalofer without a car?

The best way to get from Bucharest to Kalofer without a car is to bus which takes 8h 10m and costs $25 - $40.

How long does it take to get from Bucharest to Kalofer?

It takes approximately 8h 10m to get from Bucharest to Kalofer, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bucharest to Kalofer bus from?

Bucharest to Kalofer bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from București, Autogara Militari station.

Where does the Bucharest to Kalofer bus arrive?

Bucharest to Kalofer bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Veliko Tarnovo station.

Can I drive from Bucharest to Kalofer?

Yes, the driving distance between Bucharest to Kalofer is 292 km. It takes approximately 4h 51m to drive from Bucharest to Kalofer.

Where can I stay near Kalofer?

There are 152+ hotels available in Kalofer.

Bucharest to Kalofer - 4 ways to travel via bus, night train, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Bucharest to Kalofer by bus, night 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 București, Autogara Militari to Veliko Tarnovobus 983 / ...
2. Take the bus from Veliko Tarnovo to Kazanlakbus
8h 10m
$25–37
Night train
cheapest
1. Take the night train from Bucharest to Stara Zagoranighttrain Bosphor Express
6h 17m
$14–31
Drive 292 km
1. Drive from Bucharest to Kalofercar 292 km
4h 51m
$47–68
Bus via Ruse
1. Take the bus from Bucharest Horoscop Hotel to Ruse Central Bus Stationbus Pegasus 113 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ruse to Kazanlakbus
8h 55m
$26–36

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Bucharest to Kalofer.

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Distance: 319 km
Duration: 8h 10m

What companies run services between Bucharest, Romania and Kalofer, Bulgaria?

You can take a bus from București, Autogara Militari to Kalofer Family Hotel George via Veliko Tarnovo and Kazanlak Bus Station in around 8h 10m. Alternatively, Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) operates a vehicle from Bucharest to Stara Zagora twice a week. Tickets cost $10–24 and the journey takes 3h 11m.

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