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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Elena to Sofia

Cheapest
3 h 19 min
Car
261 km.
from $14

Transport providers

Train operators

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)

Phone:
+35929311111
Website:
bdz.bg/en
Train from Tvarditsa to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
3h 42m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.43–$10.33
Train from Sliven to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
4h 22m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.52–$10.87

Bus operators

Crazy Holidays

Phone:
+30 2310241545
Email:
Website:
crazyholidays.gr/root.en.aspx
Bus from Sliven to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$44.57–$65.22

Doris Bus

Phone:
0700 1 2222
Website:
doris-bg.com/bg/
Bus from Sliven to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$16.27

Sliven Municipality Bus

Phone:
044/611 100
Email:
Website:
mun.sliven.bg/
Bus from Elena to Sliven
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Once daily

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Elena to Sofia is to train which costs $30.43 - $41.30 and takes 4h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elena to Sofia is to drive which takes 3h 19m and costs $40.22 - $59.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Elena and Sofia?

No, there is no direct bus from Elena to Sofia. However, there are services departing from Elena and arriving at Sofia via Sliven. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

How far is it from Elena to Sofia?

The distance between Elena and Sofia is 291 km. The road distance is 261.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Elena to Sofia without a car is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs $30.43 - $41.30 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Elena to Sofia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elena to Sofia bus from?

Elena to Sofia bus services, operated by Sliven Municipality Bus, depart from Elena station.

Train or bus from Elena to Sofia?

The best way to get from Elena to Sofia is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs $30.43 - $41.30 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h.

Where does the Elena to Sofia bus arrive?

Elena to Sofia bus services, operated by Sliven Municipality Bus, arrive at Sliven station.

Can I drive from Elena to Sofia?

Yes, the driving distance between Elena to Sofia is 262 km. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from Elena to Sofia.

Where can I stay near Sofia?

There are 1944+ hotels available in Sofia. Prices start at $14.84 per night.
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