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

The cheapest way to get from Sofia to Peshtera is to train which costs $5 - $10 and takes 4h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sofia to Peshtera is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Sofia and Peshtera?

No, there is no direct bus from Sofia to Peshtera. However, there are services departing from Sofia and arriving at Peshtera via Pazardzhik. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Sofia and Peshtera?

No, there is no direct train from Sofia to Peshtera. However, there are services departing from Sofia and arriving at Peshtera via Stamboliyski. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

How far is it from Sofia to Peshtera?

The distance between Sofia and Peshtera is 166 km. The road distance is 131.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Sofia to Peshtera without a car is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs $5 - $10.

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

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Sofia to Peshtera, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Peshtera bus from?

Sofia to Peshtera bus services, operated by Planinite Bus, depart from Sofia station.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Peshtera train from?

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

Train or bus from Sofia to Peshtera?

The best way to get from Sofia to Peshtera is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs $5 - $10. Alternatively, you can bus via Pazardzhik, which costs and takes 4h 51m.

Where does the Sofia to Peshtera bus arrive?

Sofia to Peshtera bus services, operated by Planinite Bus, arrive at Pazardzhik station.

Where does the Sofia to Peshtera train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sofia to Peshtera?

Yes, the driving distance between Sofia to Peshtera is 131 km. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Sofia to Peshtera.

Where can I stay near Peshtera?

There are 116+ hotels available in Peshtera.

Sofia to Peshtera - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Sofia to Peshtera 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 Sofia to Stamboliyski1621 / ...
4h 12m
$6–9
Bus via Pazardzhik
1. Take the bus from Sofia to Pazardzhik
2. Take the bus from Pazardzhik to Peshtera
4h 51m
Drive 131.3 km
1. Drive from Sofia to Peshtera131.3 km
1h 27m
$21–30
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sofia to Peshtera131.3 km
1h 27m
$90–110
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sofia to Krichim
2. Take the bus from Krichim to Peshtera
5h 7m

Sofia to Peshtera by train

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4h 12mAverage Duration

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 166.4 km
Duration: 4h 12m

What companies run services between Sofia, Bulgaria and Peshtera, Pazardzhik, Bulgaria?

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) operates a train from Sofia to Stamboliyski 5 times a day. Tickets cost $4–8 and the journey takes 2h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sofia to Peshtera via Pazardzhik in around 4h 51m.

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