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

The cheapest way to get from Sandanski to Ruse is to bus via Sofia which costs $21 - $29 and takes 8h.

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

The fastest way to get from Sandanski to Ruse is to drive which takes 5h 51m and costs $70 - $110.

Is there a direct bus between Sandanski and Ruse?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sandanski and arriving at Ruse East. Services depart five times a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 40m.

How far is it from Sandanski to Ruse?

The distance between Sandanski and Ruse is 474 km. The road distance is 468.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Sandanski to Ruse without a car is to bus which takes 7h 40m and costs $35 - $60.

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

The bus from Sandanski to Ruse East takes 7h 40m including transfers and departs five times a week.

Where do I catch the Sandanski to Ruse bus from?

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

Where does the Sandanski to Ruse bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sandanski to Ruse?

Yes, the driving distance between Sandanski to Ruse is 468 km. It takes approximately 5h 51m to drive from Sandanski to Ruse.

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

Book your Sandanski to Ruse bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Ruse?

There are 211+ hotels available in Ruse.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Sandanski to Ruse 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 Ruse Eastbus N980
7h 40m
$35–60
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sandanski to Sofiabus
2. Take the train from Sofia Sever to Rusetrain 4610
9h 50m
$19–28
Drive 468.2 km
1. Drive from Sandanski to Rusecar 468.2 km
5h 51m
$74–107
Bus via Sofia
1. Take the bus from Sandanski to Sofiabus
2. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Ruse Central Bus Stationbus Union Ivkoni
8h
$21–28

Sandanski to Ruse by bus

5Weekly Buses

7h 40mAverage Duration

$35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 473.7 km
Duration: 7h 40m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Sandanski to Ruse East 5 times a week. Tickets cost $35–60 and the journey takes 7h 40m.

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