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

The cheapest way to get from Velingrad to Sofia is to line 16104 train and train which costs $3 - $10 and takes 4h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Velingrad to Sofia is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Velingrad and Sofia?

No, there is no direct bus from Velingrad to Sofia. However, there are services departing from Velingrad and arriving at Sofia via Plovdiv Bus Station South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Velingrad and Sofia?

No, there is no direct train from Velingrad to Sofia. However, there are services departing from Velingrad and arriving at Poduyane via Septemvri. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

How far is it from Velingrad to Sofia?

The distance between Velingrad and Sofia is 130 km. The road distance is 133.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Velingrad to Sofia without a car is to line 16104 train and train which takes 4h 19m and costs $3 - $10.

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

It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from Velingrad to Sofia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Velingrad to Sofia bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Velingrad to Sofia train from?

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

Train or bus from Velingrad to Sofia?

The best way to get from Velingrad to Sofia is to line 16104 train and train which takes 4h 19m and costs $3 - $10. Alternatively, you can bus via Plovdiv, which costs and takes 4h 32m.

Where does the Velingrad to Sofia bus arrive?

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

Where does the Velingrad to Sofia train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Velingrad to Sofia?

Yes, the driving distance between Velingrad to Sofia is 134 km. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Velingrad to Sofia.

Where can I stay near Sofia?

There are 2129+ hotels available in Sofia.

Velingrad to Sofia - 5 ways to travel via train, line 16104 train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Velingrad to Sofia by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Line 16104 train, train
best
1. Take the train from Velingrad to Septemvritrain 16104 / ...
2. Take the train from Septemvri to Poduyanetrain 8612 / ...
4h 19m
$4–9
Bus via Plovdiv
1. Take the bus from Velingrad to Plovdivbus
2. Take the bus from Plovdiv Bus Station South to Sofiabus N1999
4h 32m
Drive 133.9 km
1. Drive from Velingrad to Sofiacar 133.9 km
1h 32m
$22–31
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Velingrad to Sofiataxi 133.9 km
1h 32m
$95–120
Bus
1. Take the bus from Velingrad to Pazardzhikbus
2. Take the bus from Pazardzhik to Sofiabus
5h 30m

Velingrad to Sofia by train

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4h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 130.3 km
Duration: 4h 19m

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

You can take a train from Velingrad to Poduyane via Septemvri in around 4h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Velingrad to Sofia via Plovdiv Bus Station South in around 4h 32m.

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