What is the cheapest way to get from Ruse to Balchik?

The cheapest way to get from Ruse to Balchik is to bus which costs $15 - $21 and takes 5h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ruse to Balchik?

The fastest way to get from Ruse to Balchik is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Ruse and Balchik?

No, there is no direct bus from Ruse to Balchik. However, there are services departing from Ruse and arriving at Balchik kv. Levski via Varna. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

How far is it from Ruse to Balchik?

The distance between Ruse and Balchik is 263 km. The road distance is 231.4 km.

How do I travel from Ruse to Balchik without a car?

The best way to get from Ruse to Balchik without a car is to train which takes 4h 53m and costs $90 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Ruse to Balchik?

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Ruse to Balchik, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ruse to Balchik bus from?

Ruse to Balchik bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Ruse East station.

Train or bus from Ruse to Balchik?

The best way to get from Ruse to Balchik is to train which takes 4h 53m and costs $90 - $140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $15 - $21 and takes 5h 9m.

Where does the Ruse to Balchik bus arrive?

Ruse to Balchik bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Varna station.

Can I drive from Ruse to Balchik?

Yes, the driving distance between Ruse to Balchik is 231 km. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Ruse to Balchik.

How do I get a bus ticket from Ruse to Balchik?

Book your Ruse to Balchik bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Balchik?

There are 652+ hotels available in Balchik.

Ruse to Balchik - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Ruse to Balchik by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Ruse to Varna9621 / ...
4h 53m
$92–132
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ruse to Varna
2. Take the bus from Varna to Balchik kv. Levski
5h 9m
$15–20
Drive 231.4 km
1. Drive from Ruse to Balchik231.4 km
2h 46m
$37–53
Bus via Ruse East
1. Take the bus from Ruse East to VarnaN984
2. Take the bus from Varna to Balchik Bus Station984
5h 25m
$28–39

Ruse to Balchik by bus

6Weekly Buses

5h 25mAverage Duration

$28Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 263.2 km
Duration: 4h 53m

What companies run services between Ruse, Bulgaria and Balchik, Bulgaria?

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) operates a train from Ruse to Varna twice daily. Tickets cost $7–12 and the journey takes 3h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ruse to Balchik kv. Levski via Varna in around 5h 9m.

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