What is the cheapest way to get from Pirot to Sandanski?

The cheapest way to get from Pirot to Sandanski is to drive and train which costs $13 - $24 and takes 7h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Pirot to Sandanski?

The fastest way to get from Pirot to Sandanski is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Pirot and Sandanski?

No, there is no direct bus from Pirot station to Sandanski. However, there are services departing from Pirot, Main Bus Station and arriving at Sandanski via Sofia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

How far is it from Pirot to Sandanski?

The distance between Pirot and Sandanski is 252 km. The road distance is 236.8 km.

How do I travel from Pirot to Sandanski without a car?

The best way to get from Pirot to Sandanski without a car is to bus via Sofia which takes 5h 49m and costs $29 - $40.

How long does it take to get from Pirot to Sandanski?

It takes approximately 5h 49m to get from Pirot to Sandanski, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pirot to Sandanski bus from?

Pirot to Sandanski bus services, operated by Nis Ekspres, depart from Pirot, Main Bus Station.

Where does the Pirot to Sandanski bus arrive?

Pirot to Sandanski bus services, operated by Nis Ekspres, arrive at Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika station.

What is the time difference between Pirot and Sandanski?

Sandanski is 1h ahead of Pirot. It is currently 7:24 PM in Pirot and 8:24 PM in Sandanski.

Can I drive from Pirot to Sandanski?

Yes, the driving distance between Pirot to Sandanski is 237 km. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Pirot to Sandanski.

Where can I stay near Sandanski?

There are 323+ hotels available in Sandanski.

Pirot to Sandanski - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Pirot to Sandanski by bus, car, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus via Sofia
best
1. Take the bus from Pirot Save Kovacevica to Sofia Vasil Levski MonumentTraventuria 9228
2. Take the bus from Sofia to SandanskiN980
5h 49m
$29–40
Drive, train
cheapest
1. Drive from Pirot to Dragoman
2. Take the train from Dragoman to SofiaRe
3. Take the train from Sofia to StrumyaniRe
7h 6m
$13–23
Drive 236.8 km
1. Drive from Pirot to Sandanski236.8 km
2h 49m
$38–54
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pirot, Main Bus Station to Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika
2. Take the bus from Sofia to Sandanski
6h 5m
$23–26
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Pirot, Main Bus Station to Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika
2. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Sandanski Bus StationUnion Ivkoni
6h 50m
$23–30

Pirot to Sandanski by bus and tram

1Weekly Services

5h 49mAverage Duration

$29Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 251.7 km
Duration: 5h 49m

What companies run services between Pirot, Serbia and Sandanski, Bulgaria?

You can take a bus from Pirot Save Kovacevica to Sandanski via Sofia Vasil Levski Monument, bul. Vasil Levski, Tsentral'ni khali, Tsentralna Gara, and Sofia in around 5h 49m.

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