What is the cheapest way to get from Velingrad to Smolyan?

The cheapest way to get from Velingrad to Smolyan is to drive which costs $18 - $27 and takes 2h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Velingrad to Smolyan?

The fastest way to get from Velingrad to Smolyan is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs $18 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between Velingrad and Smolyan?

No, there is no direct bus from Velingrad to Smolyan. However, there are services departing from Velingrad and arriving at Smolyan via Plovdiv. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

How far is it from Velingrad to Smolyan?

The distance between Velingrad and Smolyan is 180 km. The road distance is 117.9 km.

How do I travel from Velingrad to Smolyan without a car?

The best way to get from Velingrad to Smolyan without a car is to bus via Plovdiv which takes 5h 52m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Velingrad to Smolyan?

It takes approximately 5h 52m to get from Velingrad to Smolyan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Velingrad to Smolyan bus from?

Velingrad to Smolyan bus services, operated by BG Razpisanie, depart from Velingrad station.

Where does the Velingrad to Smolyan bus arrive?

Velingrad to Smolyan bus services, operated by BG Razpisanie, arrive at Plovdiv station.

Can I drive from Velingrad to Smolyan?

Yes, the driving distance between Velingrad to Smolyan is 118 km. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Velingrad to Smolyan.

Where can I stay near Smolyan?

There are 620+ hotels available in Smolyan.

Velingrad to Smolyan - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Velingrad to Smolyan by 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.

Bus via Plovdiv
best
1. Take the bus from Velingrad to Plovdivbus
2. Take the bus from Plovdiv to Smolyanbus
5h 52m
Drive 117.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Velingrad to Smolyancar 117.9 km
2h 40m
$19–27
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Velingrad to Smolyantaxi 117.9 km
2h 40m
$50–60
Bus
1. Take the bus from Velingrad to Pazardzhikbus
2. Take the bus from Pazardzhik to Devinbus
3. Take the bus from Devin to Smolyanbus
6h 13m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Velingrad to Smolyan.

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Distance: 179.5 km
Duration: 5h 52m

What companies run services between Velingrad, Bulgaria and Smolyan, Bulgaria?

You can take a bus from Velingrad to Smolyan via Plovdiv in around 5h 52m.

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