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

The cheapest way to get from Sofia to Handlová is to bus and train which costs €45 - €75 and takes 16h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sofia to Handlová is to fly and bus and train which takes 9h 40m and costs €55 - €250.

Is there a direct bus between Sofia and Handlová?

No, there is no direct bus from Sofia station to Handlová. However, there are services departing from Sofia Serdica Bus Station and arriving at Handlová via Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar and Zvolen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Sofia and Handlová?

No, there is no direct train from Sofia to Handlová. However, there are services departing from Sofia Sever and arriving at Handlova via Vidin, Craiova, Budapest-Nyugati, Bratislava Hlavna Stanica and Vrutky. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32h 43m.

How far is it from Sofia to Handlová?

The distance between Sofia and Handlová is 1115 km. The road distance is 940.4 km.

How do I travel from Sofia to Handlová without a car?

The best way to get from Sofia to Handlová without a car is to bus and train which takes 16h 12m and costs €45 - €75.

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

It takes approximately 16h 12m to get from Sofia to Handlová, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Handlová bus from?

Sofia to Handlová bus services, operated by Citylines, depart from Sofia Serdica Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Handlová train from?

Sofia to Handlová train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Sofia Sever station.

Train or bus from Sofia to Handlová?

The best way to get from Sofia to Handlová is to train which takes 32h 43m and costs €85 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus via Budapest, which costs €60 - €90 and takes 16h 55m.

Where does the Sofia to Handlová bus arrive?

Sofia to Handlová bus services, operated by Citylines, arrive at Budapest Nepliget Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Sofia and Handlová?

Handlová is 1h behind Sofia. It is currently 1:12 AM in Sofia and 12:12 AM in Handlová.

Where does the Sofia to Handlová train arrive?

Sofia to Handlová train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Vidin station.

Can I drive from Sofia to Handlová?

Yes, the driving distance between Sofia to Handlová is 940 km. It takes approximately 9h 59m to drive from Sofia to Handlová.

How do I get a bus ticket from Sofia to Handlová?

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Where can I stay near Handlová?

There are 337+ hotels available in Handlová.

Sofia to Handlová - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Sofia to Handlová by bus, train, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Sofia to Bratislava
2. Take the train from Bratislava Hlavna Stanica to Trencin43 / ...
3. Take the bus from Trenčín to Handlová866
16h 12m
€50–75
Fly Sofia Airport to John Paul Ii International Airport Kraków–Balice, bus, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to John Paul Ii International Airport Kraków–Balice (KRK)SOF - KRK
2. Take the bus from Krakow, Krakow-Balice Airport to Žilina
3. Take the train from Vrutky to Handlova
11h 22m
€48–256
Train
1. Take the train from Sofia Sever to VidinRe
2. Take the train from Vidin to Craiova
3. Take the train from Craiova to Budapest-NyugatiIr
4. Take the train from Budapest-Nyugati to Bratislava Hlavna StanicaEc
5. Take the train from Bratislava Hlavna Stanica to Vrutky43 / ...
6. Take the train from Vrutky to HandlovaRe
32h 43m
€88–113
Drive 940.4 km
1. Drive from Sofia to Handlová940.4 km
9h 59m
€141–203
Fly Sofia Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)SOF - BUD
2. Take the bus from Budapest Airport to Zvolen
3. Take the bus from Zvolen to Handlová
9h 58m
€55–235
Bus via Budapest
1. Take the bus from Sofia Serdica Bus Station to Budapest Nepliget Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Zvolen876
3. Take the bus from Zvolen to Handlová866
16h 55m
€61–87
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sofia to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
2. Take the bus from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Zvolen876
3. Take the bus from Zvolen to Handlová866
19h 56m
€80–116
Fly Sofia Airport to Vienna International Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)SOF - VIE
2. Take the bus from Flughafen Wien to Bratislava Main Train Station
3. Take the train from Bratislava Hlavna Stanica to Trencin
4. Take the bus from Trenčín to Handlová
9h 40m
€56–245
Bus to Niš Constantine The Great Airport, fly to Bratislava Airport, train, bus
1. Take the bus from Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika to Niš, Autobuska Stanica
2. Fly from Niš Constantine The Great Airport (INI) to Bratislava Airport (BTS)INI - BTS
3. Take the train from Bratislava Hlavna Stanica to Trencin
4. Take the bus from Trenčín to Handlová
12h 34m
€177–295

Sofia to Handlová by train

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32h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,115.3 km
Duration: 16h 12m

What companies run services between Sofia, Bulgaria and Handlová, Slovakia?

You can take a train from Sofia Sever to Handlova via Vidin, Craiova, Budapest-Nyugati, Bratislava Hlavna Stanica, and Vrutky in around 32h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sofia Serdica Bus Station to Handlová via Budapest Nepliget Bus Station, Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar, and Zvolen in around 16h 55m.

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