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

The cheapest way to get from Bucharest to Kostenets is to night train and train which costs $16 - $35 and takes 7h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bucharest to Kostenets is to drive which takes 5h 55m and costs $65 - $100.

Is there a direct train between Bucharest and Kostenets?

No, there is no direct train from Bucharest to Kostenets. However, there are services departing from Bucuresti Nord and arriving at Kostenets via Sofia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 30m.

How far is it from Bucharest to Kostenets?

The distance between Bucharest and Kostenets is 468 km. The road distance is 429.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Bucharest to Kostenets without a car is to bus and train which takes 9h 20m and costs $30 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 9h 20m to get from Bucharest to Kostenets, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bucharest to Kostenets train from?

Bucharest to Kostenets train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), depart from Bucuresti Nord station.

Train or bus from Bucharest to Kostenets?

The best way to get from Bucharest to Kostenets is to train which takes 12h 30m and costs $45 - $55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $37 - $42 and takes 9h 42m.

Where does the Bucharest to Kostenets train arrive?

Bucharest to Kostenets train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), arrive at Sofia station.

Can I drive from Bucharest to Kostenets?

Yes, the driving distance between Bucharest to Kostenets is 430 km. It takes approximately 5h 55m to drive from Bucharest to Kostenets.

Where can I stay near Kostenets?

There are 328+ hotels available in Kostenets.

Bucharest to Kostenets - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Bucharest to Kostenets by bus, train, night 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
best
1. Take the bus from București, Autogara Militari to Sofiabus N980 / ...
2. Take the train from Sofia to Kostenetstrain Ic / ...
9h 20m
$34–57
Night train, train
cheapest
1. Take the night train from Bucharest to Stara Zagoranighttrain Bosphor Express
2. Take the train from Stara Zagora to Kostenetstrain Ic
7h 13m
$16–34
Train
1. Take the train from Bucuresti Nord to Sofiatrain 461
2. Take the train from Sofia to Kostenetstrain Ic / ...
12h 30m
$49–54
Drive 429.6 km
1. Drive from Bucharest to Kostenetscar 429.6 km
5h 55m
$69–99
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bucharest to Sofia Central Bus Stationbus Sofia-Bucharest
2. Take the bus from Sofia Poduene to Ihtimanbus
9h 42m
$37–41
Fly, train
1. Fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane OTP - SOF
2. Take the train from Iskarsko Shose to Kostenetstrain
6h 21m
$59–181

Bucharest to Kostenets by bus and train

18Weekly Services

9h 20mAverage Duration

$34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 467.7 km
Duration: 9h 20m

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

You can take a train from Bucuresti Nord to Kostenets via Sofia in around 12h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bucharest to Kostenets via Sofia Central Bus Station, Централна Гара, Sofia Poduene, Ihtiman, and Ihtiman in around 9h 42m.

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