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1 h 6 min
96 km.
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1 h 6 min
96 km.
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Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Sofia to Blagoevgrad
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.87–$15.22

Union Ivkoni

Phone:
07001 8282
Email:
Website:
union-ivkoni.com/
Bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Blagoevgrad
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$5.43–$9.78

Traventuria

Phone:
+359 2 493 0191
Email:
Website:
traventuria.com/
Bus from Sofia Alexander Nevski Cathedral to Blagoevgrad
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$19.57–$27.17

Crazy Holidays

Phone:
+30 2310241545
Email:
Website:
crazyholidays.gr/root.en.aspx
Bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Blagoevgrad
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$32.61–$44.57

BG Razpisanie

Email:
Website:
bgrazpisanie.com/
Bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Blagoevgrad
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$4.78–$5.98

Chona

Phone:
0888 302 311
Email:
Website:
chona.alle.bg/
Bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Blagoevgrad
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
3 times a day

Patnicheski prevozi Blagoevgrad

Phone:
073/88 40 09
Email:
Bus from Blagoevgrad to Rila
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.09

Train operators

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)

Phone:
+35929311111
Website:
bdz.bg/en
Train from Sofia to Kocherinovo
Ave. Duration:
2h 19m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$3.15–$6.52
Train from Sofia to Blagoevgrad
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$3.37–$6.52

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Sofia to Rila (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Sofia to Rila (Station) is to train and bus which costs $4.46 - $7.61 and takes 3h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sofia to Rila (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Sofia to Rila (Station) is to drive which takes 1h 7m and costs $15.22 - $22.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Sofia and Rila (Station)?

No, there is no direct bus from Sofia to Rila (Station). However, there are services departing from Sofia and arriving at Rila via Blagoevgrad. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.

How far is it from Sofia to Rila (Station)?

The distance between Sofia and Rila (Station) is 124 km. The road distance is 98.1 km.

How do I travel from Sofia to Rila (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Sofia to Rila (Station) without a car is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs $8.15 - $14.13 .

How long does it take to get from Sofia to Rila (Station)?

It takes approximately 2h 33m to get from Sofia to Rila (Station), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Rila (Station) bus from?

Sofia to Rila (Station) bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Sofia station.

Train, bus or fly from Sofia to Rila (Station)?

The best way to get from Sofia to Rila (Station) is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs $8.15 - $14.13 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $11.96 - $16.30 and takes 3h 5m. There are no good options to fly between Sofia to Rila (Station).

Where does the Sofia to Rila (Station) bus arrive?

Sofia to Rila (Station) bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Blagoevgrad Central Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Sofia to Rila (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Sofia to Rila (Station) is 98 km. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Sofia to Rila (Station).

Where can I stay near Rila (Station)?

There are 233+ hotels available in Rila (Station). Prices start at $22.26 per night.
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