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

The cheapest way to get from Ruse to Sandanski is to train and bus which costs $11 - $16 and takes 9h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ruse to Sandanski is to drive which takes 5h 57m and costs $70 - $110.

Is there a direct bus between Ruse and Sandanski?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ruse East and arriving at Sandanski. Services depart five times a week, and operate Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 7h 45m.

How far is it from Ruse to Sandanski?

The distance between Ruse and Sandanski is 473 km. The road distance is 467.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Ruse to Sandanski without a car is to bus which takes 7h 45m and costs $40 - $70.

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

The bus from Ruse East to Sandanski takes 7h 45m including transfers and departs five times a week.

Where do I catch the Ruse to Sandanski bus from?

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

Where does the Ruse to Sandanski bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ruse to Sandanski?

Yes, the driving distance between Ruse to Sandanski is 467 km. It takes approximately 5h 57m to drive from Ruse to Sandanski.

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

Book your Ruse to Sandanski bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Sandanski?

There are 339+ hotels available in Sandanski.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Ruse to Sandanski by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ruse East to Sandanskibus N980
7h 45m
$40–70
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ruse to Sofiatrain 461
2. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Sandanskibus
9h 46m
$11–16
Drive 467.2 km
1. Drive from Ruse to Sandanskicar 467.2 km
5h 57m
$74–107
Bus via Sofia
1. Take the bus from Ruse Central Bus Station to Sofia Central Bus Stationbus Union Ivkoni
2. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Sandanskibus
8h 13m
$28–42

Ruse to Sandanski by bus

5Weekly Buses

7h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 472.6 km
Duration: 7h 45m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Ruse East to Sandanski 5 times a week. Tickets cost $40–70 and the journey takes 7h 45m.

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