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

The cheapest way to get from Bucharest to Svilengrad is to night train which costs $15 - $35 and takes 4h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bucharest to Svilengrad is to night train which takes 4h 25m and costs $15 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Bucharest and Svilengrad?

No, there is no direct bus from Bucharest to Svilengrad. However, there are services departing from București, Autogara Militari and arriving at Svilengrad via Sofia and Harmanli. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 54m.

How far is it from Bucharest to Svilengrad?

The distance between Bucharest and Svilengrad is 690 km. The road distance is 369.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Bucharest to Svilengrad without a car is to bus which takes 12h 54m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 12h 54m to get from Bucharest to Svilengrad, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bucharest to Svilengrad bus from?

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

Where does the Bucharest to Svilengrad bus arrive?

Bucharest to Svilengrad bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Sofia station.

Can I drive from Bucharest to Svilengrad?

Yes, the driving distance between Bucharest to Svilengrad is 369 km. It takes approximately 6h 7m to drive from Bucharest to Svilengrad.

Where can I stay near Svilengrad?

There are 27+ hotels available in Svilengrad.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Bucharest to Svilengrad by bus, night train, car, 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 București, Autogara Militari to SofiaN980
2. Take the bus from Sofia to Harmanli
12h 54m
Night train
cheapest
1. Take the night train from Bucharest to SvilengradBosphor Express
4h 25m
$16–35
Drive 369.1 km
1. Drive from Bucharest to Svilengrad369.1 km
6h 7m
$59–85
Shuttle, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Bucharest to Plovdiv
2. Take the bus from Plovdiv to Svilengrad
9h 12m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 689.9 km
Duration: 12h 54m

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

You can take a bus from București, Autogara Militari to Svilengrad via Sofia, Harmanli, and Harmanli in around 12h 54m. Alternatively, Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) operates a vehicle from Bucharest to Svilengrad twice a week. Tickets cost $13–31 and the journey takes 4h 18m.

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