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Getting to Bansko

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About 2.5–3 hours

About Getting to Bansko

Bansko is about two and a half to three hours south of Sofia by car, and buses run from Sofia’s Central Bus Station. The narrow-gauge railway from Septemvri to Dobrinishte stops at Bansko and is slow but beautiful.

Why it's on our list

  • 2.5–3 hours by car
  • Buses from Sofia
  • Narrow-gauge railway

Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Getting to Bansko before you go.

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