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

The cheapest way to get from Sofia to Sliven is to train which costs $9 - $16 and takes 4h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sofia to Sliven is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Sofia and Sliven?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sofia Central Bus Station station and arriving at Sliven Central Bus Station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Sofia and Sliven?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sofia and arriving at Sliven. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 26m.

How far is it from Sofia to Sliven?

The distance between Sofia and Sliven is 297 km. The road distance is 296.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Sofia to Sliven without a car is to bus which takes 4h 20m and costs $20 - $27.

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

The bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Sliven Central Bus Station takes 4h 20m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Sliven bus from?

Sofia to Sliven bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, depart from Sofia Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Sliven train from?

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

Train or bus from Sofia to Sliven?

The best way to get from Sofia to Sliven is to bus which takes 4h 20m and costs $20 - $27. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $9 - $16 and takes 4h 26m.

Where does the Sofia to Sliven bus arrive?

Sofia to Sliven bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, arrive at Sliven Central Bus Station.

Where does the Sofia to Sliven train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sofia to Sliven?

Yes, the driving distance between Sofia to Sliven is 297 km. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Sofia to Sliven.

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

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Where can I stay near Sliven?

There are 74+ hotels available in Sliven.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Sofia to Sliven 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 Sofia Central Bus Station to Sliven Central Bus StationUnion Ivkoni
4h 20m
$20–27
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Sofia to Sliven3621 / ...
4h 26m
$9–16
Drive 296.8 km
1. Drive from Sofia to Sliven296.8 km
2h 56m
$47–68
Bus via Veliko Tŭrnovo
1. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Veliko TarnovoGroup Plus 1665 / ...
2. Take the bus from Veliko Tarnovo to Sliven
6h 5m
$17–22

Sofia to Sliven by bus

101Weekly Buses

4h 20mAverage Duration

$20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 297 km
Duration: 4h 20m

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

Union Ivkoni operates a bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Sliven Central Bus Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $14–21 and the journey takes 4h 20m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) operates a train from Sofia to Sliven 3 times a day. Tickets cost $9–16 and the journey takes 4h 26m.

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