What is the cheapest way to get from Sliven to Plovdiv?

The cheapest way to get from Sliven to Plovdiv is to train via Nova Zagora which costs $5 - $10 and takes 4h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sliven to Plovdiv?

The fastest way to get from Sliven to Plovdiv is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Sliven and Plovdiv?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sliven and arriving at Plovdiv. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Sliven and Plovdiv?

No, there is no direct train from Sliven to Plovdiv. However, there are services departing from Sliven and arriving at Filipovo via Zimnitsa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

How far is it from Sliven to Plovdiv?

The distance between Sliven and Plovdiv is 164 km. The road distance is 160.8 km.

How do I travel from Sliven to Plovdiv without a car?

The best way to get from Sliven to Plovdiv without a car is to bus which takes 3h 17m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Sliven to Plovdiv?

The bus from Sliven to Plovdiv takes 3h 17m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Sliven to Plovdiv bus from?

Sliven to Plovdiv bus services, operated by BG Razpisanie, depart from Sliven station.

Where do I catch the Sliven to Plovdiv train from?

Sliven to Plovdiv train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Zimnitsa station.

Train or bus from Sliven to Plovdiv?

The best way to get from Sliven to Plovdiv is to bus which takes 3h 17m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $6 - $14 and takes 3h 59m.

Where does the Sliven to Plovdiv bus arrive?

Sliven to Plovdiv bus services, operated by BG Razpisanie, arrive at Plovdiv station.

Where does the Sliven to Plovdiv train arrive?

Sliven to Plovdiv train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Filipovo station.

Can I drive from Sliven to Plovdiv?

Yes, the driving distance between Sliven to Plovdiv is 161 km. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Sliven to Plovdiv.

Where can I stay near Plovdiv?

There are 737+ hotels available in Plovdiv.

Sliven to Plovdiv - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Sliven to Plovdiv by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Sliven to Plovdiv by train

9Weekly Trains

3h 59mAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 163.9 km
Duration: 3h 17m

What companies run services between Sliven, Bulgaria and Plovdiv, Bulgaria?

BG Razpisanie operates a bus from Sliven to Plovdiv twice daily, and the journey takes 3h 17m. Alternatively, Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) operates a train from Zimnitsa to Filipovo once daily. Tickets cost $5–10 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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