What is the cheapest way to get from Plovdiv to Pernik?

The cheapest way to get from Plovdiv to Pernik is to train and line 5613 train which costs $6 - $11 and takes 4h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Plovdiv to Pernik?

The fastest way to get from Plovdiv to Pernik is to drive which takes 1h 47m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Plovdiv and Pernik?

No, there is no direct bus from Plovdiv station to Pernik. However, there are services departing from Plovdiv Bus Station South and arriving at Pernik via Sofia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Plovdiv and Pernik?

No, there is no direct train from Plovdiv to Pernik. However, there are services departing from Plovdiv and arriving at Pernik via Sofia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

How far is it from Plovdiv to Pernik?

The distance between Plovdiv and Pernik is 178 km. The road distance is 170.6 km.

How do I travel from Plovdiv to Pernik without a car?

The best way to get from Plovdiv to Pernik without a car is to bus which takes 2h 25m and costs $18 - $27.

How long does it take to get from Plovdiv to Pernik?

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Plovdiv to Pernik, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plovdiv to Pernik bus from?

Plovdiv to Pernik bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Plovdiv Bus Station South.

Where do I catch the Plovdiv to Pernik train from?

Plovdiv to Pernik train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Plovdiv station.

Train or bus from Plovdiv to Pernik?

The best way to get from Plovdiv to Pernik is to bus which takes 2h 25m and costs $18 - $27. Alternatively, you can train and line 5613 train, which costs $6 - $11 and takes 4h 1m.

Where does the Plovdiv to Pernik bus arrive?

Plovdiv to Pernik bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Sofia station.

Where does the Plovdiv to Pernik train arrive?

Plovdiv to Pernik train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Sofia station.

Can I drive from Plovdiv to Pernik?

Yes, the driving distance between Plovdiv to Pernik is 171 km. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Plovdiv to Pernik.

Where can I stay near Pernik?

There are 35+ hotels available in Pernik.

Plovdiv to Pernik - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, line 5613 train, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Plovdiv to Pernik by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Plovdiv Bus Station South to Sofiabus N1999
2. Take the bus from Sofia to Pernikbus
2h 25m
$18–26
Train, line 5613 train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Plovdiv to Sofiatrain 8612 / ...
2. Take the train from Sofia to Perniktrain 5613 / ...
4h 1m
$6–10
Drive 170.6 km
1. Drive from Plovdiv to Pernikcar 170.6 km
1h 47m
$27–39
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Plovdiv to Perniktaxi 170.6 km
1h 47m
$130–170
Bus, line 5613 train
1. Take the bus from Plovdiv Bus Station South to Sofiabus N1999
2. Take the train from Sofia to Perniktrain 5613 / ...
3h 1m
$18–26
Bus via Plovdiv
1. Take the bus from Plovdiv to Central Bus Station Sofiabus
3h 56m

Plovdiv to Pernik by bus

14Weekly Buses

2h 25mAverage Duration

$18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 178.2 km
Duration: 2h 25m

What companies run services between Plovdiv, Bulgaria and Pernik, Bulgaria?

You can take a bus from Plovdiv Bus Station South to Pernik via Sofia in around 2h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Plovdiv to Pernik via Sofia in around 4h 1m.

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