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

The cheapest way to get from Sandanski to Smolyan is to bus via Plovdiv which costs $19 - $25 and takes 11h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sandanski to Smolyan is to drive which takes 3h 50m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Sandanski and Smolyan?

No, there is no direct bus from Sandanski to Smolyan. However, there are services departing from Sandanski and arriving at Smolyan via Sofia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 12m.

How far is it from Sandanski to Smolyan?

The distance between Sandanski and Smolyan is 405 km. The road distance is 197.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Sandanski to Smolyan without a car is to bus which takes 8h 12m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h 12m to get from Sandanski to Smolyan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sandanski to Smolyan bus from?

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

Where does the Sandanski to Smolyan bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sandanski to Smolyan?

Yes, the driving distance between Sandanski to Smolyan is 198 km. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Sandanski to Smolyan.

Where can I stay near Smolyan?

There are 618+ hotels available in Smolyan.

Sandanski to Smolyan - 5 ways to travel via bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Sandanski to Smolyan by bus, car, or taxi

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 Sofia
2. Take the bus from Sofia to Smolyan
8h 12m
Bus via Plovdiv
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sandanski to Samokov
2. Take the bus from Samokov to Plovdiv
3. Take the bus from Plovdiv to Smolyan
11h 40m
$20–25
Drive 197.9 km
1. Drive from Sandanski to Smolyan197.9 km
3h 50m
$32–45
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sandanski to Smolyan197.9 km
3h 50m
$85–110
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Sandanski to SofiaN980 / ...
2. Take the bus from Sofia to Smolyan
8h 12m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Sandanski to Smolyan.

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Distance: 405.1 km
Duration: 8h 12m

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

You can take a bus from Sandanski to Smolyan via Sofia in around 8h 12m.

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