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

The cheapest way to get from Plovdiv to Sandanski is to bus which costs $9 - $12 and takes 7h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Plovdiv to Sandanski is to drive which takes 3h 47m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Plovdiv and Sandanski?

No, there is no direct bus from Plovdiv station to Sandanski. However, there are services departing from Plovdiv Bus Station South and arriving at Sandanski via Sofia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

How far is it from Plovdiv to Sandanski?

The distance between Plovdiv and Sandanski is 306 km. The road distance is 228.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Plovdiv to Sandanski without a car is to bus via Sofia which takes 5h 10m and costs $30 - $50.

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

It takes approximately 5h 10m to get from Plovdiv to Sandanski, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plovdiv to Sandanski bus from?

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

Train or bus from Plovdiv to Sandanski?

The best way to get from Plovdiv to Sandanski is to bus via Sofia which takes 5h 10m and costs $30 - $50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $9 - $18 and takes 8h 2m.

Where does the Plovdiv to Sandanski bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Plovdiv to Sandanski?

Yes, the driving distance between Plovdiv to Sandanski is 228 km. It takes approximately 3h 47m to drive from Plovdiv to Sandanski.

How do I get a bus ticket from Plovdiv to Sandanski?

Book your Plovdiv to Sandanski bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Sandanski?

There are 314+ hotels available in Sandanski.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Plovdiv to Sandanski by bus, train, 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.

Bus via Sofia
best
1. Take the bus from Plovdiv Bus Station South to SofiaN1999
2. Take the bus from Sofia to SandanskiN980 / ...
5h 10m
$33–46
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Plovdiv to Sofia8612 / ...
2. Take the train from Sofia to Strumyani5615 / ...
8h 2m
$9–17
Drive 228.5 km
1. Drive from Plovdiv to Sandanski228.5 km
3h 47m
$36–52
Bus
1. Take the bus from Plovdiv to Blagoevgrad
2. Take the bus from Blagoevgrad to Sandanski
7h 8m
$9–11
Bus via Samokov
1. Take the bus from Plovdiv to Samokov
2. Take the bus from Samokov to Sandanski
7h 40m
$10–15

Plovdiv to Sandanski by bus

6Weekly Buses

5h 10mAverage Duration

$33Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Plovdiv to Sandanski.

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Distance: 305.9 km
Duration: 5h 10m

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

You can take a bus from Plovdiv Bus Station South to Sandanski via Sofia in around 5h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Plovdiv to Sandanski via Sofia, Strumyani, and Strumyani in around 8h 2m.

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