What is the cheapest way to get from Calafat to Pleven?

The cheapest way to get from Calafat to Pleven is to train which costs $7 - $12 and takes 5h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Calafat to Pleven?

The fastest way to get from Calafat to Pleven is to drive which takes 3h 36m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Calafat and Pleven?

No, there is no direct bus from Calafat to Pleven. However, there are services departing from Vidin and arriving at Pleven via Byala Slatina. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Calafat and Pleven?

No, there is no direct train from Calafat to Pleven. However, there are services departing from Vidin and arriving at Pleven via Mezdra. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from Calafat to Pleven?

The distance between Calafat and Pleven is 259 km. The road distance is 219.2 km.

How long does it take to get from Calafat to Pleven?

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Calafat to Pleven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Calafat to Pleven bus from?

Calafat to Pleven bus services, operated by Byala Slatina Municipality Bus, depart from Vidin station.

Where do I catch the Calafat to Pleven train from?

Calafat to Pleven train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Vidin station.

Train or bus from Calafat to Pleven?

The best way to get from Calafat to Pleven is to train which takes 5h 30m and costs $7 - $12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 7m.

Where does the Calafat to Pleven bus arrive?

Calafat to Pleven bus services, operated by Byala Slatina Municipality Bus, arrive at Byala Slatina station.

Where does the Calafat to Pleven train arrive?

Calafat to Pleven train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Mezdra station.

Can I drive from Calafat to Pleven?

Yes, the driving distance between Calafat to Pleven is 219 km. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from Calafat to Pleven.

Where can I stay near Pleven?

There are 94+ hotels available in Pleven.

Calafat to Pleven - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Calafat to Pleven by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Vidin to Vratsabus
2. Take the train from Mezdra to Pleventrain Ic / ...
4h 13m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Vidin to Mezdratrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Mezdra to Pleventrain Ic / ...
5h 30m
$7–12
Drive 219.2 km
1. Drive from Calafat to Plevencar 219.2 km
3h 36m
$41–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from Vidin to Byala Slatinabus
2. Take the bus from Byala Slatina to Plevenbus
5h 7m
Bus via Vratsa
1. Take the bus from Vidin to Vratsabus
2. Take the bus from Vratsa to Plevenbus
6h 33m

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Distance: 258.8 km
Duration: 4h 13m

What companies run services between Calafat, Romania and Pleven, Bulgaria?

You can take a vehicle from Calafat to Pleven via Vidin and Mezdra in around 5h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Calafat to Pleven via Vidin and Byala Slatina in around 5h 7m.

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