What is the cheapest way to get from Stara Zagora to Bucharest?

The cheapest way to get from Stara Zagora to Bucharest is to night train which costs $10 - $25 and takes 3h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Stara Zagora to Bucharest?

The fastest way to get from Stara Zagora to Bucharest is to night train which takes 3h 12m and costs $10 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between Stara Zagora and Bucharest?

No, there is no direct bus from Stara Zagora to Bucharest. However, there are services departing from Stara Zagora Autoscrap and arriving at Bucur Obor via Curba. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Stara Zagora and Bucharest?

Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Stara Zagora and arriving at Bucharest. The journey takes approximately 3h 12m.

How far is it from Stara Zagora to Bucharest?

The distance between Stara Zagora and Bucharest is 308 km. The road distance is 277.5 km.

How do I travel from Stara Zagora to Bucharest without a car?

The best way to get from Stara Zagora to Bucharest without a car is to bus which takes 7h 19m and costs $65 - $95.

How long does it take to get from Stara Zagora to Bucharest?

It takes approximately 7h 19m to get from Stara Zagora to Bucharest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stara Zagora to Bucharest bus from?

Stara Zagora to Bucharest bus services, operated by Luks Istanbul, depart from Stara Zagora Autoscrap station.

Where do I catch the Stara Zagora to Bucharest train from?

Stara Zagora to Bucharest train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Stara Zagora station.

Where does the Stara Zagora to Bucharest bus arrive?

Stara Zagora to Bucharest bus services, operated by Luks Istanbul, arrive at Bucurest LUKOIL station.

Where does the Stara Zagora to Bucharest train arrive?

Stara Zagora to Bucharest train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Bucharest station.

Can I drive from Stara Zagora to Bucharest?

Yes, the driving distance between Stara Zagora to Bucharest is 277 km. It takes approximately 4h 28m to drive from Stara Zagora to Bucharest.

Where can I stay near Bucharest?

There are 5372+ hotels available in Bucharest.

Stara Zagora to Bucharest - 4 ways to travel via bus, night train, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Stara Zagora to Bucharest by bus, night 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 Stara Zagora Autoscrap to Bucurest LUKOILbus
7h 19m
$65–95
Night train
cheapest
1. Take the night train from Stara Zagora to Bucharestnighttrain Bosphor Express
3h 12m
$10–25
Drive 277.5 km
1. Drive from Stara Zagora to Bucharestcar 277.5 km
4h 28m
$45–64
Bus via Ruse
1. Take the bus from Stara Zagora to Rusebus
2. Take the bus from Ruse Central Bus Station to București, Autogara Militaribus Union Ivkoni - Unibus 3670
8h 55m
$19–27

Stara Zagora to Bucharest by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

7h 19mAverage Duration

$65Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Stara Zagora to Bucharest.

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Distance: 307.7 km
Duration: 7h 19m

What companies run services between Stara Zagora, Bulgaria and Bucharest, Romania?

Luks Istanbul operates a bus from Stara Zagora Autoscrap to Bucurest LUKOIL once daily. Tickets cost $65–95 and the journey takes 6h. Alternatively, Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) operates a vehicle from Stara Zagora to Bucharest twice a week. Tickets cost $10–25 and the journey takes 3h 12m.

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