What is the cheapest way to get from Sofia to Cetate?

The cheapest way to get from Sofia to Cetate is to train which costs $14 - $25 and takes 5h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sofia to Cetate?

The fastest way to get from Sofia to Cetate is to drive which takes 4h 1m and costs $35 - $55.

How far is it from Sofia to Cetate?

The distance between Sofia and Cetate is 342 km. The road distance is 229.2 km.

How long does it take to get from Sofia to Cetate?

It takes approximately 5h 48m to get from Sofia to Cetate, including transfers.

Can I drive from Sofia to Cetate?

Yes, the driving distance between Sofia to Cetate is 229 km. It takes approximately 4h 1m to drive from Sofia to Cetate.

Where can I stay near Cetate?

There are 52+ hotels available in Cetate.

Sofia to Cetate - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Sofia to Cetate by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Sofia to Vidintrain 7624
5h 48m
$15–25
Bus, drive
1. Take the bus from Sofia to Vidin bus stationbus 1950
2. Drive from Koshava to Cetatecar
6h 26m
$31–44
Drive 229.2 km
1. Drive from Sofia to Cetatecar 229.2 km
4h 1m
$37–53
Bus, drive via Sofia
1. Take the bus from Sofia to Vidinbus
2. Drive from Koshava to Cetatecar
6h 31m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 342 km
Duration: 5h 48m

What companies run services between Sofia, Bulgaria and Cetate, Dolj, Romania?

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) operates a train from Sofia to Vidin once daily. Tickets cost $9–16 and the journey takes 5h 10m.

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