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

The cheapest way to get from Sofia to Stryama is to train which costs $6 - $11 and takes 4h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sofia to Stryama is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct train between Sofia and Stryama?

No, there is no direct train from Sofia to Stryama. However, there are services departing from Sofia and arriving at Manole via Plovdiv. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

How far is it from Sofia to Stryama?

The distance between Sofia and Stryama is 162 km. The road distance is 162.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Sofia to Stryama without a car is to bus via Filipovo which takes 3h 3m and costs $8 - $14.

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

It takes approximately 3h 3m to get from Sofia to Stryama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Stryama train from?

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

Train or bus from Sofia to Stryama?

The best way to get from Sofia to Stryama is to bus via Filipovo which takes 3h 3m and costs $8 - $14. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $6 - $11 and takes 4h 8m.

Where does the Sofia to Stryama train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sofia to Stryama?

Yes, the driving distance between Sofia to Stryama is 162 km. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Sofia to Stryama.

Where can I stay near Stryama?

There are 744+ hotels available in Stryama.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Sofia to Stryama by bus, train, 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.

Bus via Filipovo
best
1. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Plovdiv Sever Bus and Coach Stationbus Union Ivkoni
3h 3m
$9–14
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Sofia to Plovdivtrain 8611 / ...
4h 8m
$6–10
Drive 162.1 km
1. Drive from Sofia to Stryamacar 162.1 km
1h 39m
$26–37
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sofia to Stryamataxi 162.1 km
1h 39m
$110–140
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Plovdiv Central Train Station Bus Stopbus Citylines 11 / ...
3h 48m
$11–18

Sofia to Stryama by bus and train

14Weekly Services

3h 3mAverage Duration

$9Cheapest Price

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Distance: 161.9 km
Duration: 3h 3m

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

Union Ivkoni operates a bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Plovdiv Sever Bus and Coach Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $7–11 and the journey takes 1h 45m. Alternatively, Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) operates a train from Sofia to Plovdiv every 4 hours. Tickets cost $5–9 and the journey takes 2h 40m.

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