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

The cheapest way to get from Sandanski to Pleven is to bus which costs $15 and takes 6h.

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

The fastest way to get from Sandanski to Pleven is to drive which takes 3h 52m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Sandanski and Pleven?

No, there is no direct bus from Sandanski to Pleven. However, there are services departing from Sandanski and arriving at Pleven via Sofia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

How far is it from Sandanski to Pleven?

The distance between Sandanski and Pleven is 325 km. The road distance is 320.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Sandanski to Pleven without a car is to bus which takes 6h and costs $15.

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

It takes approximately 6h to get from Sandanski to Pleven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sandanski to Pleven bus from?

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

Train or bus from Sandanski to Pleven?

The best way to get from Sandanski to Pleven is to bus which takes 6h and costs $15. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $11 - $19 and takes 8h 1m.

Where does the Sandanski to Pleven bus arrive?

Sandanski to Pleven bus services, operated by BG Razpisanie, arrive at Sofia station.

Can I drive from Sandanski to Pleven?

Yes, the driving distance between Sandanski to Pleven is 320 km. It takes approximately 3h 52m to drive from Sandanski to Pleven.

Where can I stay near Pleven?

There are 76+ hotels available in Pleven.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Sandanski to Pleven 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
best
1. Take the bus from Sandanski to Sofiabus
2. Take the bus from Sofia to Plevenbus
6h
$14
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Strumyani to Sofiatrain 5612 / ...
2. Take the train from Sofia Sever to Pleventrain 2641 / ...
8h 1m
$12–19
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sandanski to Sofiabus N980
2. Take the train from Sofia Sever to Pleventrain 2641 / ...
6h 19m
$18–30
Drive 320.3 km
1. Drive from Sandanski to Plevencar 320.3 km
3h 52m
$51–73
Bus, train via Sandanski
1. Take the bus from Sandanski to Sofiabus
2. Take the train from Sofia Sever to Pleventrain 2641 / ...
6h 24m
$13–17

Sandanski to Pleven by bus, tram, and train

5Weekly Services

6h 19mAverage Duration

$18Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Sandanski to Pleven.

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Distance: 325 km
Duration: 6h

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

You can take a bus from Sandanski to Pleven via Sofia in around 6h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sandanski to Pleven via Strumyani, Strumyani, Sofia, Централна Гара, Гара София Север, and Sofia Sever in around 8h 1m.

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