What is the cheapest way to get from Split to Balchik?

The cheapest way to get from Split to Balchik is to bus which costs $120 - $135 and takes 34h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Split to Balchik?

The fastest way to get from Split to Balchik is to fly which takes 11h 20m and costs $270 - $450.

Is there a direct bus between Split and Balchik?

No, there is no direct bus from Split station to Balchik. However, there are services departing from Split Bus Station and arriving at Balchik kv. Levski via Herceg Novi, Jova Bijelića 1, Kumanovo, Sofia Central Bus Station and Varna. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 2m.

How far is it from Split to Balchik?

The distance between Split and Balchik is 1002 km. The road distance is 1259.4 km.

How do I travel from Split to Balchik without a car?

The best way to get from Split to Balchik without a car is to bus via Herceg Novi which takes 23h 2m and costs $140 - $180.

How long does it take to get from Split to Balchik?

It takes approximately 11h 20m to get from Split to Balchik, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Split to Balchik bus from?

Split to Balchik bus services, operated by Croatia Bus, depart from Split Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Split to Balchik?

The best way to get from Split to Balchik is to fly which takes 11h 20m and costs $270 - $450. Alternatively, you can bus via Herceg Novi, which costs $140 - $180 and takes 23h 2m.

Where does the Split to Balchik bus arrive?

Split to Balchik bus services, operated by Croatia Bus, arrive at Herceg Novi, Jova Bijelića 1 station.

What is the time difference between Split and Balchik?

Balchik is 1h ahead of Split. It is currently 7:37 AM in Split and 8:37 AM in Balchik.

Can I drive from Split to Balchik?

Yes, the driving distance between Split to Balchik is 1259 km. It takes approximately 17h 13m to drive from Split to Balchik.

Where can I stay near Balchik?

There are 651+ hotels available in Balchik.

Split to Balchik - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and shuttle

There are 7 ways to get from Split to Balchik by plane, bus, car, shuttle, or train

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

Fly to Varna Airport
best
1. Fly from Split Airport (SPU) to Varna Airport (VAR)SPU - VAR
11h 20m
$279–450
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Split Bus Station to Skopje, Transporten Centar
2. Take the bus from Skopje, Transporten Centar to Sofia
3. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Albena
34h 11m
$97–152
Bus via Herceg Novi
1. Take the bus from Split Bus Station to Herceg Novi, Jova Bijelića 1
2. Take the bus from Herceg Novi, Jova Bijelića 1 to Kumanovo
3. Take the bus from Kumanovo to Sofia
4. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Varna Central Bus Station
5. Take the bus from Varna to Balchik kv. Levski
23h 2m
$142–174
Drive 1,259.4 km
1. Drive from Split to Balchik1,259.4 km
17h 13m
$206–297
Fly to Bucharest Otopeni, shuttle
1. Fly from Split Airport (SPU) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)SPU - OTP
2. Take a shuttle bus from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Balchik
11h 25m
$359–710
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Split to Zagreb Glavni Kol.Ic
2. Take the bus from Zagreb to Pazardzhik station
3. Take the train from Pazardjik to Varna
31h 31m
$201–292
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Split Bus Station to Pristina
2. Take the bus from Pristina to Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika
3. Take the bus from Sofia - Central Bus Station to Balchik
34h 16m
$124–131

Split to Balchik by bus and foot

6Weekly Services

34h 11mAverage Duration

$97Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,001.7 km
Duration: 11h 20m

What companies run services between Split, Croatia and Balchik, Bulgaria?

Eurowings, Air Serbia, and three other airlines fly from Split Airport (SPU) to Varna Airport (VAR) 4 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Split Bus Station to Balchik kv. Levski via Herceg Novi, Jova Bijelića 1, Kumanovo, Sofia, Sofia Central Bus Station, and Varna in around 23h 2m.

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