How to Travel from
Bansko to Karlovo
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Bansko, Bulgaria → Karlovo, Bulgaria
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Bansko to Karlovo
Composite routes from Bansko to Karlovo
Cheapest
2 h 58 min
Car
204 km.
from $11
Other
5 h 15 min
Bus, Train
140 km.
from $10.65
8 h 30 min
138 km.
from $11.32
5 h 20 min
140 km.
Select a ticket
6 h 20 min
140 km.
from $43.22
Transport providers
Bus operators
Union Ivkoni
Bus from Sofia Serdica Bus Stop to Karlovo
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.21–$13.90
Traventuria
Bus from Bansko Gondola to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$32.85–$44.22
Municipality of Bansko
Phone:
0879230075
Website:
bansko.net/
Bus from Bansko to Plovdiv
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$6.95–$10.11
Hebros Bus Ltd.
Bus from Plovdiv to Karlovo
Ave. Duration:
1h 47m
Frequency:
Once daily
Karlovo Intermunicipal Transport
Website:
karlovo.bg/
Bus from Plovdiv to Karlovo
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Train operators
Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)
Phone:
+35929311111
Website:
bdz.bg/en
Train from Filipovo to Karlovo
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$2.53–$5.81
Train from Bansko to Septemvri
Ave. Duration:
4h 29m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$4.67–$8.84
Train from Septemvri to Plovdiv
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.01–$1.64
Train from Plovdiv to Karlovo
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$1.26–$2.15
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Bansko to Karlovo?
The cheapest way to get from Bansko to Karlovo is to train which costs $5.98 - $10.87 and takes 8h 30m.
What is the fastest way to get from Bansko to Karlovo?
The fastest way to get from Bansko to Karlovo is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs $31.52 - $45.65 .
Is there a direct bus between Bansko and Karlovo?
No, there is no direct bus from Bansko to Karlovo. However, there are services departing from Bansko and arriving at Karlovo via Plovdiv. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.
Is there a direct train between Bansko and Karlovo?
No, there is no direct train from Bansko to Karlovo. However, there are services departing from Bansko and arriving at Karlovo via Septemvri and Plovdiv. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 30m.
How far is it from Bansko to Karlovo?
The distance between Bansko and Karlovo is 215 km. The road distance is 203.9 km.
How do I travel from Bansko to Karlovo without a car?
The best way to get from Bansko to Karlovo without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 15m and costs $8.15 - $14.13 .
How long does it take to get from Bansko to Karlovo?
It takes approximately 5h 15m to get from Bansko to Karlovo, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Bansko to Karlovo bus from?
Bansko to Karlovo bus services, operated by Municipality of Bansko, depart from Bansko station.
Where do I catch the Bansko to Karlovo train from?
Bansko to Karlovo train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Bansko station.
Train or bus from Bansko to Karlovo?
The best way to get from Bansko to Karlovo is to train which takes 8h 30m and costs $5.98 - $10.87 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 20m.
Where does the Bansko to Karlovo bus arrive?
Bansko to Karlovo bus services, operated by Municipality of Bansko, arrive at Plovdiv South station.
Where does the Bansko to Karlovo train arrive?
Bansko to Karlovo train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Septemvri station.
Can I drive from Bansko to Karlovo?
Yes, the driving distance between Bansko to Karlovo is 204 km. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Bansko to Karlovo.
Where can I stay near Karlovo?
There are 162+ hotels available in Karlovo. Prices start at $22.76 per night.
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