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

The cheapest way to get from Plovdiv to Sliven is to train which costs $4 - $7 and takes 3h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Plovdiv to Sliven is to drive which takes 1h 47m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Plovdiv and Sliven?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Plovdiv North Bus and Coach Station station and arriving at Sliven Central Bus Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Plovdiv and Sliven?

No, there is no direct train from Plovdiv to Sliven. However, there are services departing from Plovdiv and arriving at Sliven via Zimnitsa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

How far is it from Plovdiv to Sliven?

The distance between Plovdiv and Sliven is 159 km. The road distance is 160.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Plovdiv to Sliven without a car is to bus which takes 2h 35m and costs $40 - $60.

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

The bus from Plovdiv North Bus and Coach Station to Sliven Central Bus Station takes 2h 35m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Plovdiv to Sliven bus from?

Plovdiv to Sliven bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, depart from Plovdiv North Bus and Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Plovdiv to Sliven train from?

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

Train or bus from Plovdiv to Sliven?

The best way to get from Plovdiv to Sliven is to bus which takes 2h 35m and costs $40 - $60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $4 - $7 and takes 3h 55m.

Where does the Plovdiv to Sliven bus arrive?

Plovdiv to Sliven bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, arrive at Sliven Central Bus Station.

Where does the Plovdiv to Sliven train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Plovdiv to Sliven?

Yes, the driving distance between Plovdiv to Sliven is 161 km. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Plovdiv to Sliven.

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

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Where can I stay near Sliven?

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Plovdiv to Sliven - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Plovdiv North Bus and Coach Station to Sliven Central Bus Stationbus Union Ivkoni
2h 35m
$40–60
Train via Nova Zagora
cheapest
1. Take the train from Plovdiv to Nova Zagoratrain Re / ...
4h 22m
$3–8
Train
1. Take the train from Plovdiv to Zimnitsatrain Ic
3h 55m
$4–6
Drive 160.7 km
1. Drive from Plovdiv to Slivencar 160.7 km
1h 47m
$26–37
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Plovdiv to Sliventaxi 160.7 km
1h 47m
$120–150
Bus via Nova Zagora
1. Take the bus from Plovdiv to Nova Zagorabus
2. Take the bus from Nova Zagora to Slivenbus
4h 37m

Plovdiv to Sliven by train

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Distance: 158.7 km
Duration: 2h 35m

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

Union Ivkoni operates a bus from Plovdiv North Bus and Coach Station to Sliven Central Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 2h 35m. Karat-S also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) operates a train from Plovdiv to Zimnitsa 4 times a day. Tickets cost $3–6 and the journey takes 2h 36m.

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