What is the cheapest way to get from Giurgiu to Balchik?

The cheapest way to get from Giurgiu to Balchik is to bus via Ruse which costs $18 - $25 and takes 6h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Giurgiu to Balchik?

The fastest way to get from Giurgiu to Balchik is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs $35 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Giurgiu and Balchik?

No, there is no direct bus from Giurgiu to Balchik. However, there are services departing from Ruse East and arriving at Balchik kv. Levski via Varna. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

How far is it from Giurgiu to Balchik?

The distance between Giurgiu and Balchik is 258 km. The road distance is 244.7 km.

How do I travel from Giurgiu to Balchik without a car?

The best way to get from Giurgiu to Balchik without a car is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs $90 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Giurgiu to Balchik?

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Giurgiu to Balchik, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Giurgiu to Balchik bus from?

Giurgiu to Balchik bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Ruse East station.

Train or bus from Giurgiu to Balchik?

The best way to get from Giurgiu to Balchik is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs $90 - $140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $24 - $35 and takes 5h 14m.

Where does the Giurgiu to Balchik bus arrive?

Giurgiu to Balchik bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Varna station.

Can I drive from Giurgiu to Balchik?

Yes, the driving distance between Giurgiu to Balchik is 245 km. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Giurgiu to Balchik.

Where can I stay near Balchik?

There are 653+ hotels available in Balchik.

Giurgiu to Balchik - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Giurgiu to Balchik by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Ruse Razpredelitelna to Varnatrain 9623 / ...
4h 43m
$92–131
Bus via Ruse
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ruse to Varnabus
2. Take the bus from Varna to Balchik kv. Levskibus
6h 16m
$19–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ruse East to Varnabus N984
2. Take the bus from Varna to Balchik kv. Levskibus
5h 14m
$25–34
Drive 244.7 km
1. Drive from Giurgiu to Balchikcar 244.7 km
3h 11m
$39–57

Giurgiu to Balchik by bus

8Weekly Buses

5h 14mAverage Duration

$25Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Giurgiu to Balchik.

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Distance: 258.3 km
Duration: 4h 43m

What companies run services between Giurgiu, Romania and Balchik, Bulgaria?

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) operates a train from Ruse Razpredelitelna to Varna twice daily. Tickets cost $7–12 and the journey takes 3h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ruse East to Balchik kv. Levski via Varna in around 5h 14m.

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