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 3m.

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 51m 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 249 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 which takes 6h 5m and costs $16 - $27.

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

It takes approximately 6h 5m 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 Niš-ekspres, depart from Pirot, Main Bus Station.

Where does the Pirot to Sandanski bus arrive?

Pirot to Sandanski bus services, operated by Niš-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 5:44 PM in Pirot and 6:44 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 51m to drive from Pirot to Sandanski.

Where can I stay near Sandanski?

There are 321+ hotels available in Sandanski.

Pirot to Sandanski - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 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
best
1. Take the bus from Pirot, Main Bus Station to Sofiya, Avtogara Serdikabus
2. Take the bus from Sofia to Sandanskibus
6h 5m
$17–26
Drive, train
cheapest
1. Drive from Pirot to Dragomancar
2. Take the train from Dragoman to Sofiatrain
3. Take the train from Sofia to Strumyanitrain
7h 3m
$13–23
Drive 236.8 km
1. Drive from Pirot to Sandanskicar 236.8 km
2h 51m
$38–54
Bus via Sandanski Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Pirot, Main Bus Station to Sofiya, Avtogara Serdikabus
2. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Sandanski Bus Stationbus Union Ivkoni
6h 25m
$21–40

Pirot to Sandanski by bus

21Weekly Buses

6h 25mAverage Duration

$21Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Pirot to Sandanski.

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Distance: 249.1 km
Duration: 6h 5m

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

You can take a bus from Pirot, Main Bus Station to Sandanski via Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika and Sofia in around 6h 5m.

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