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

The cheapest way to get from Sandanski to Matka is to bus which costs $23 - $35 and takes 9h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sandanski to Matka is to drive which takes 3h 18m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Sandanski and Matka?

No, there is no direct bus from Sandanski to Matka. However, there are services departing from Sandanski and arriving at S. Glumovo Shkolo via Dupnitsa, Kyustendil and Transporten Centar T-Prigradski Linii. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 48m.

How far is it from Sandanski to Matka?

The distance between Sandanski and Matka is 279 km. The road distance is 222.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Sandanski to Matka without a car is to bus which takes 9h 48m and costs $23 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 9h 48m to get from Sandanski to Matka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sandanski to Matka bus from?

Sandanski to Matka bus services, operated by BG Razpisanie, depart from Sandanski station.

Where does the Sandanski to Matka bus arrive?

Sandanski to Matka bus services, operated by BG Razpisanie, arrive at Dupnitsa station.

What is the time difference between Sandanski and Matka?

Matka is 1h behind Sandanski. It is currently 3:38 PM in Sandanski and 2:38 PM in Matka.

Can I drive from Sandanski to Matka?

Yes, the driving distance between Sandanski to Matka is 223 km. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Sandanski to Matka.

Where can I stay near Matka?

There are 1662+ hotels available in Matka.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Sandanski to Dupnitsa
2. Take the bus from Dupnitsa to Kyustendil
3. Take the bus from Kyustendil to Skopje, Transporten Centar
9h 48m
$24–32
Drive 222.9 km
1. Drive from Sandanski to Matka222.9 km
3h 18m
$36–51
Bus via Thessaloníki
1. Take the bus from Sandanski Bus Station to Thessaloniki Train Station Bus StopUnion Ivkoni - Unibus 7 / ...
2. Take the bus from Thessaloníki to Skopje, Transporten Centar
11h 2m
$49–62
Drive, train
1. Drive from Sandanski to Miravtsi
2. Take the train from Miravtsi to Skopje, Transporten Centar
4h 38m
$39–76

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 278.9 km
Duration: 9h 48m

What companies run services between Sandanski, Bulgaria and Matka, North Macedonia?

You can take a bus from Sandanski to S. Glumovo Shkolo via Dupnitsa, Kyustendil, Skopje, Transporten Centar, and Transporten Centar T-Prigradski Linii in around 9h 48m.

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