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

The cheapest way to get from Smolyan to Bansko is to train which costs $5 - $9 and takes 5h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Smolyan to Bansko is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Smolyan and Bansko?

No, there is no direct bus from Smolyan to Bansko. However, there are services departing from Smolyan and arriving at Bansko via Plovdiv South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

How far is it from Smolyan to Bansko?

The distance between Smolyan and Bansko is 189 km. The road distance is 172 km.

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

The best way to get from Smolyan to Bansko without a car is to train which takes 5h 49m and costs $5 - $9.

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

It takes approximately 5h 49m to get from Smolyan to Bansko, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Smolyan to Bansko bus from?

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

Train or bus from Smolyan to Bansko?

The best way to get from Smolyan to Bansko is to train which takes 5h 49m and costs $5 - $9. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $15 - $19 and takes 7h.

Where does the Smolyan to Bansko bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Smolyan to Bansko?

Yes, the driving distance between Smolyan to Bansko is 172 km. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Smolyan to Bansko.

Where can I stay near Bansko?

There are 1282+ hotels available in Bansko.

Smolyan to Bansko - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Smolyan to Bansko by train, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Lazar Pamporov to Banskotrain 16103 / ...
5h 49m
$5–9
Bus
1. Take the bus from Smolyan to Plovdivbus
2. Take the bus from Plovdiv South to Banskobus
7h
$16–19
Drive 172 km
1. Drive from Smolyan to Banskocar 172 km
3h 20m
$28–40
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Smolyan to Banskotaxi 172 km
3h 20m
$70–90

Smolyan to Bansko by bus and train

7Weekly Services

5h 49mAverage Duration

$5Cheapest Price

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Distance: 188.6 km
Duration: 5h 49m

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

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) operates a train from Lazar Pamporov to Bansko 3 times a day. Tickets cost $5–9 and the journey takes 4h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Smolyan to Bansko via Plovdiv South in around 7h.

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