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

The cheapest way to get from Bulgaria to Bucharest is to bus which costs $18 - $28 and takes 5h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bulgaria to Bucharest is to drive which takes 5h 7m and costs $60 - $90.

Is there a direct bus between Bulgaria and Bucharest?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sofia Central Bus Station station and arriving at Bucharest. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Bulgaria to Bucharest?

The distance between Bulgaria and Bucharest is 405 km. The road distance is 382.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Bulgaria to Bucharest without a car is to bus which takes 5h 50m and costs $18 - $28.

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

The bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Bucharest takes 5h 50m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Bulgaria to Bucharest bus from?

Bulgaria to Bucharest bus services, operated by LIKEBUS, depart from Sofia Central Bus Station.

Where does the Bulgaria to Bucharest bus arrive?

Bulgaria to Bucharest bus services, operated by LIKEBUS, arrive at Bucharest station.

Can I drive from Bulgaria to Bucharest?

Yes, the driving distance between Bulgaria to Bucharest is 383 km. It takes approximately 5h 7m to drive from Bulgaria to Bucharest.

Where can I stay near Bucharest?

There are 5476+ hotels available in Bucharest.

Bulgaria to Bucharest - 3 ways to travel via bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Bulgaria to Bucharest by bus or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Bucharestbus Sofia-Bucharest
5h 50m
$18–28
Drive 382.7 km
1. Drive from Sofia to Bucharestcar 382.7 km
5h 7m
$61–89
Bus via București, Autogara Militari
1. Take the bus from Sofia to București, Autogara Militaribus N980
7h 38m
$31–56

Bulgaria to Bucharest by bus

14Weekly Buses

5h 50mAverage Duration

$18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 404.7 km
Duration: 5h 50m

What companies run services between Bulgaria and Bucharest, Romania?

LIKEBUS operates a bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Bucharest once daily. Tickets cost $35 and the journey takes 5h 50m. Union Ivkoni also services this route once daily.

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