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Sofia to Veliko Tŭrnovo

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Sofia, Bulgaria → Veliko Tŭrnovo, Bulgaria

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

Composite routes from Sofia to Veliko Tŭrnovo

Cheapest

Transport providers

Bus operators

Union Ivkoni

Phone:
07001 8282
Website:
union-ivkoni.com/
Bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Veliko
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$9.78–$16.30

Traventuria

Phone:
+359 2 493 0191
Website:
traventuria.com/
Bus from Samokov Bus Station to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$15.22–$21.74

Grup Plus - Etap Adresss

Phone:
+359 2 989000
Website:
union-ivkoni.com/bg
Bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Veliko
Ave. Duration:
3h 11m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$9.78–$13.04

Global Biomet

Phone:
:+3599884551
Website:
biomet.bg/
Bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Veliko
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$10.33–$14.13

STRANDJA

Phone:
05952/ 36 35
Website:
web.archive.org/web/20240228072129/https://strandja.bg/en/info/52-kak-da-stignem-en
Bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Veliko
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily

Kyustendil Municipality Transport

Phone:
+359 7855 0204
Website:
kyustendil.bg/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=319&Itemid=273&lang=bg
Bus from Samokov to Plovdiv
Ave. Duration:
2h 29m
Frequency:
Once daily

Plovdiv Express - 2000 LTD

Phone:
0888 211 781
Website:
plovdivexpres-2000.com/index.html
Bus from Plovdiv to Veliko
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily

Train operators

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)

Phone:
+35929311111
Website:
bdz.bg/en
Train from Kostenets to Plovdiv
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$2.61–$5.43
Train from Plovdiv to Veliko
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$3.70–$6.52

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Sofia to Veliko Tŭrnovo?

The cheapest way to get from Sofia to Veliko Tŭrnovo is to train which costs $7.61 - $14.13 and takes 8h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sofia to Veliko Tŭrnovo?

The fastest way to get from Sofia to Veliko Tŭrnovo is to drive which takes 3h 27m and costs $41.30 - $65.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Sofia and Veliko Tŭrnovo?

No, there is no direct bus from Sofia station to Veliko Tŭrnovo. However, there are services departing from Samokov Bus Station and arriving at Veliko Tarnovo via Sofia Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

How far is it from Sofia to Veliko Tŭrnovo?

The distance between Sofia and Veliko Tŭrnovo is 292 km. The road distance is 270.2 km.

How do I travel from Sofia to Veliko Tŭrnovo without a car?

The best way to get from Sofia to Veliko Tŭrnovo without a car is to bus which takes 5h 32m and costs $25 - $38.04 .

How long does it take to get from Sofia to Veliko Tŭrnovo?

It takes approximately 5h 32m to get from Sofia to Veliko Tŭrnovo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Veliko Tŭrnovo bus from?

Sofia to Veliko Tŭrnovo bus services, operated by Traventuria, depart from Samokov Bus Station.

Train or bus from Sofia to Veliko Tŭrnovo?

The best way to get from Sofia to Veliko Tŭrnovo is to bus which takes 5h 32m and costs $25 - $38.04 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $7.61 - $14.13 and takes 8h 43m.

Where does the Sofia to Veliko Tŭrnovo bus arrive?

Sofia to Veliko Tŭrnovo bus services, operated by Traventuria, arrive at Sofia Central Bus Station.

Can I drive from Sofia to Veliko Tŭrnovo?

Yes, the driving distance between Sofia to Veliko Tŭrnovo is 270 km. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Sofia to Veliko Tŭrnovo.

Where can I stay near Veliko Tŭrnovo?

There are 368+ hotels available in Veliko Tŭrnovo. Prices start at $20.05 per night.
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