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Five ways to Travel from Stara Zagora to Budapest

Composite routes from Stara Zagora to Budapest

Cheapest
9 h 26 min
Car
1002 km.
from $55
Other
6 h 54 min
Bus, Plane
765 km.
from $100.77
6 h 41 min
Train, Plane
765 km.
from $176.58
10 h 30 min
Bus, Plane
765 km.
from $168.15
19 h 54 min
Train, Bus
764 km.
from $116.72

Transport providers

Airlines

Ryanair

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from Sofia Airport to Budapest
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$54.32–$277.94
Plane from Burgas Airport to Budapest
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$37.90–$240.04
Plane from International Airport Thessaloniki Macedonia to Budapest
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$51.80–$416.91

Austrian Airlines

Website:
austrian.com/?sc_lang=en&cc=ZZ
Plane from Sofia Airport to Budapest
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Wednesday to Sunday
Estimated price:
$164.24–$505.34

Aegean Airlines

Website:
en.aegeanair.com/
Plane from International Airport Thessaloniki Macedonia to Budapest
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$126.34–$568.51

Wizz Air

Website:
wizzair.com/
Plane from Burgas Airport to Budapest
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Tuesday
Estimated price:
$46.74–$265.30
Plane from International Airport Thessaloniki Macedonia to Budapest
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Monday and Friday
Estimated price:
$69.48–$492.71

Air Serbia

Website:
airserbia.com/en/welcome
Plane from Sofia Airport to Budapest
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Monday
Estimated price:
$88.43–$480.07
Plane from International Airport Thessaloniki Macedonia to Budapest
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
Monday
Estimated price:
$101.07–$694.85

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Sofia to Budapest,
Ave. Duration:
14h 31m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$69.48–$107.39

Union Ivkoni

Phone:
07001 8282
Email:
Website:
union-ivkoni.com/
Bus from Stara Zagora Central Bus Station to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
2h 53m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.74–$18.95

Citylines

Phone:
+3590885700870
Email:
Website:
citylines.eu/
Bus from Stara Zagora Central Bus Station to Budapest
Ave. Duration:
16h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$50.53–$69.48

Crazy Holidays

Phone:
+30 2310241545
Email:
Website:
crazyholidays.gr/root.en.aspx
Bus from Stara Zagora to Thessaloniki
Ave. Duration:
5h 1m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$56.85–$75.80

Karat-S

Phone:
+359 2 8120810
Email:
Website:
karat-s.com/
Bus from Stara Zagora Central Bus Station to Budapest
Ave. Duration:
16h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$120.02–$176.87

Train operators

Romanian Railways (CFR)

Phone:
0219521
Website:
cfrcalatori.ro/
Train from Videle to Budapest-Keleti
Ave. Duration:
17h 4m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$75.80–$88.43

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)

Phone:
+35929311111
Website:
bdz.bg/en
Train from Stara Zagora to Videle
Ave. Duration:
7h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.58–$13.90
Train from Stara Zagora to Burgas
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.18–$9.48
Train from Stara Zagora to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
4h 23m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.32–$11.37

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Stara Zagora to Budapest is to night train which costs $70.65 - $92.39 and takes 25h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stara Zagora to Budapest is to train and fly which takes 6h 41m and costs $70.65 - $347.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Stara Zagora and Budapest?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Stara Zagora Central Bus Station station and arriving at Budapest Nepliget Bus Station station. Services depart five times a week, and operate Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 16h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Stara Zagora and Budapest?

No, there is no direct train from Stara Zagora to Budapest. However, there are services departing from Stara Zagora and arriving at Budapest-Keleti via Videle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25h 24m.

How far is it from Stara Zagora to Budapest?

The distance between Stara Zagora and Budapest is 858 km. The road distance is 999.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Stara Zagora to Budapest without a car is to bus which takes 16h 15m and costs $43.48 - $152.17 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 54m to get from Stara Zagora to Budapest, including transfers.

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

Stara Zagora to Budapest bus services, operated by Citylines, depart from Stara Zagora Central Bus Station.

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

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

Where does the Stara Zagora to Budapest bus arrive?

Stara Zagora to Budapest bus services, operated by Citylines, arrive at Budapest Nepliget Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Stara Zagora and Budapest?

Budapest is 1h behind Stara Zagora. It is currently 09:11 in Stara Zagora and 08:11 in Budapest.

Where does the Stara Zagora to Budapest train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stara Zagora to Budapest?

Yes, the driving distance between Stara Zagora to Budapest is 1000 km. It takes approximately 9h 45m to drive from Stara Zagora to Budapest.

How do I get a bus ticket from Stara Zagora to Budapest?

Book your Stara Zagora to Budapest bus tickets online with Omio and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Budapest?

There are 7058+ hotels available in Budapest. Prices start at $20.55 per night.
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