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

The cheapest way to get from Sliven to Ruse is to train which costs $4 - $8 and takes 6h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sliven to Ruse is to drive which takes 3h 19m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Sliven and Ruse?

No, there is no direct bus from Sliven to Ruse. However, there are services departing from Sliven and arriving at Ruse East via Veliko Tarnovo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Sliven and Ruse?

No, there is no direct train from Sliven to Ruse. However, there are services departing from Sliven and arriving at Ruse via Dabovo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 11m.

How far is it from Sliven to Ruse?

The distance between Sliven and Ruse is 220 km. The road distance is 208.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Sliven to Ruse without a car is to bus which takes 4h 24m and costs $17 - $25.

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

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Sliven to Ruse, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sliven to Ruse bus from?

Sliven to Ruse bus services, operated by M-Bus, depart from Sliven station.

Where do I catch the Sliven to Ruse train from?

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

Train or bus from Sliven to Ruse?

The best way to get from Sliven to Ruse is to bus which takes 4h 24m and costs $17 - $25. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $4 - $8 and takes 6h 11m.

Where does the Sliven to Ruse bus arrive?

Sliven to Ruse bus services, operated by M-Bus, arrive at Veliko Turnovo station.

Where does the Sliven to Ruse train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sliven to Ruse?

Yes, the driving distance between Sliven to Ruse is 209 km. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from Sliven to Ruse.

Where can I stay near Ruse?

There are 237+ hotels available in Ruse.

Sliven to Ruse - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Sliven to Ruse by bus, train, 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 Sliven to Veliko Turnovobus
2. Take the bus from Veliko Tarnovo to Ruse Eastbus N983
4h 24m
$17–25
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Sliven to Dabovotrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Dabovo to Rusetrain Ic
6h 11m
$4–8
Drive 208.6 km
1. Drive from Sliven to Rusecar 208.6 km
3h 19m
$33–48
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sliven to Rusetaxi 208.6 km
3h 19m
$140–170
Bus via Ruse
1. Take the bus from Sliven to Veliko Tarnovobus
2. Take the bus from Veliko Tarnovo to Rusebus
4h 25m
$11–18

Sliven to Ruse by train

7Weekly Trains

6h 11mAverage Duration

$4Cheapest Price

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Distance: 219.7 km
Duration: 4h 24m

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

You can take a bus from Sliven to Ruse East via Veliko Tarnovo in around 4h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Sliven to Ruse via Dabovo in around 6h 11m.

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