What is the cheapest way to get from Linz to Bansko?

The cheapest way to get from Linz to Bansko is to bus which costs $55 - $90 and takes 21h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Linz to Bansko?

The fastest way to get from Linz to Bansko is to train and fly and bus which takes 8h 50m and costs $70 - $290.

Is there a direct bus between Linz and Bansko?

No, there is no direct bus from Linz to Bansko. However, there are services departing from Linz and arriving at Bansko via Sofia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 32m.

How far is it from Linz to Bansko?

The distance between Linz and Bansko is 1175 km. The road distance is 1268.4 km.

How do I travel from Linz to Bansko without a car?

The best way to get from Linz to Bansko without a car is to bus via Sofia which takes 20h 32m and costs $130 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Linz to Bansko?

It takes approximately 8h 50m to get from Linz to Bansko, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Linz to Bansko bus from?

Linz to Bansko bus services, operated by Air Kona, depart from Linz station.

Where does the Linz to Bansko bus arrive?

Linz to Bansko bus services, operated by Air Kona, arrive at Sofia Knyaginya Maria Luiza Station.

What is the time difference between Linz and Bansko?

Bansko is 1h ahead of Linz. It is currently 8:18 AM in Linz and 9:18 AM in Bansko.

Can I drive from Linz to Bansko?

Yes, the driving distance between Linz to Bansko is 1268 km. It takes approximately 13h 43m to drive from Linz to Bansko.

Where can I stay near Bansko?

There are 1225+ hotels available in Bansko.

Linz to Bansko - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Linz to Bansko by train, plane, 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 to Vienna International Airport, fly, bus
best
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Flughafen Wien
2. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Sofia Airport (SOF)VIE - SOF
3. Take the bus from Sofia Airport Terminal 1 Bus Stop to Bansko New Station
8h 50m
$71–286
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Linz Wissensturm to Sofia Serdica Bus StopUnion Ivkoni - Unibus 3632 / ...
2. Take the bus from Sofia to Bansko
21h 38m
$59–89
Bus via Sofia
1. Take the bus from Linz to Sofia Knyaginya Maria Luiza Station
2. Take the bus from Sofia to Bansko
20h 32m
$131–138
Drive 1,268.4 km
1. Drive from Linz to Bansko1,268.4 km
13h 43m
$239–345
Train to Václav Havel Airport Prague, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Praha Hlavni Nadrazi
2. Fly from Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Sofia Airport (SOF)PRG - SOF
3. Take the bus from Sofia Airport Terminal 1 Bus Stop to Bansko New Station
11h 40m
$111–367
Train, train to Munich International Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Passau Hbf
2. Take the train from Passau Hbf to Freising
3. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Sofia Airport (SOF)MUC - SOF
4. Take the bus from Sofia Airport Terminal 1 Bus Stop to Bansko New Station
10h 59m
$148–392
Bus via Linz Industriezeile Bus Stop
1. Take the bus from Linz Industriezeile Bus Stop to Sofia Serdica Bus StationCitylines 28 / ...
2. Take the bus from Sofia to Bansko
23h 53m
$81–111

Linz to Bansko by bus

2Weekly Buses

21h 38mAverage Duration

$59Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,174.6 km
Duration: 8h 50m

What companies run services between Linz, Austria and Bansko, Bulgaria?

You can take a bus from Linz to Bansko via Sofia Knyaginya Maria Luiza Station and Sofia in around 20h 32m.

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