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

The cheapest way to get from Sliven to Sandanski is to train which costs $13 - $24 and takes 9h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sliven to Sandanski is to drive which takes 5h 22m and costs $60 - $90.

Is there a direct bus between Sliven and Sandanski?

No, there is no direct bus from Sliven to Sandanski. However, there are services departing from Sliven and arriving at Sandanski via Sofia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.

How far is it from Sliven to Sandanski?

The distance between Sliven and Sandanski is 462 km. The road distance is 387.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Sliven to Sandanski without a car is to bus which takes 7h 30m and costs $22 - $29.

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

It takes approximately 7h 30m to get from Sliven to Sandanski, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sliven to Sandanski bus from?

Sliven to Sandanski bus services, operated by Globus ES, depart from Sliven station.

Train or bus from Sliven to Sandanski?

The best way to get from Sliven to Sandanski is to bus which takes 7h 30m and costs $22 - $29. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $13 - $24 and takes 9h 40m.

Where does the Sliven to Sandanski bus arrive?

Sliven to Sandanski bus services, operated by Globus ES, arrive at Sofia station.

Can I drive from Sliven to Sandanski?

Yes, the driving distance between Sliven to Sandanski is 388 km. It takes approximately 5h 22m to drive from Sliven to Sandanski.

Where can I stay near Sandanski?

There are 311+ hotels available in Sandanski.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Sliven to Sandanski 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 Sliven to Sofia
2. Take the bus from Sofia to Sandanski
7h 30m
$22–28
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Sliven to Sofia3602 / ...
2. Take the train from Sofia to StrumyaniRe
9h 40m
$13–24
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Sliven to Sofia3602 / ...
2. Take the bus from Sofia to Sandanski
7h 45m
$17–23
Drive 387.7 km
1. Drive from Sliven to Sandanski387.7 km
5h 22m
$62–89
Train, bus #2
1. Take the train from Sliven to Sofia3602 / ...
2. Take the bus from Sofia to SandanskiN980
7h 45m
$25–39
Bus via Sliven
1. Take the bus from Sliven to Sofia
2. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Sandanski Bus StationUnion Ivkoni
7h 50m
$26–30

Sliven to Sandanski by train and bus

5Weekly Services

7h 45mAverage Duration

$25Cheapest Price

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Distance: 462.1 km
Duration: 7h 30m

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

You can take a bus from Sliven to Sandanski via Sofia in around 7h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Sliven to Sandanski via Sofia, Strumyani, and Strumyani in around 9h 40m.

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