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Is Plovdiv Bulgaria safe?
Plovdiv is the second largest city in Bulgaria with a population of 350 000 permanent residents. The city has a low crime rate and is considered relatively safe for tourists and all guests of the city.
Is there a train from Sofia to Plovdiv?
Is there a direct train between Sofia and Plovdiv? Yes, there is a direct train departing from Poduyane and arriving at Plovdiv. The distance between Sofia and Plovdiv is 132 km. The road distance is 143.4 km.
What road runs between Sofia and Plovdiv?
I-8 road (Bulgaria)
| Republic Road I-8 | |
|---|---|
| From | Kalotina ; |
| To | Kapitan Andreevo ; |
| Location | |
| Major cities | Slivnitsa, Sofia, Kostenets, Septemvri, Pazardzhik, Plovdiv, Haskovo, Harmanli, Svilengrad |
How do I get from Sofia Airport to Plovdiv?
The fastest way to get from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Plovdiv is to taxi. Taking this option will cost $70 – $90 and takes 1h 19m. Is there a direct bus between Sofia Airport (SOF) and Plovdiv? Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sofia Airport Departure Terminal 1 and arriving at Plovdiv Bus Station South station.
Where is the border between Bulgaria and Turkey?
Crossings
| Turkish checkpoint | Province | Bulgarian checkpoint |
|---|---|---|
| Kapıkule | Edirne | Kapitan Andreevo |
| Hamzabeyli | Edirne | Lesovo |
| Dereköy | Kırklareli | Malko Tarnovo |
What is it like to live in Plovdiv?
Plovdiv has this sense of timelessness. A city so relaxed that you feel like time is paused. People are way more easy going and smiling, unlike rude and angry people of Sofia (especialy taxi drivers). Yes, Plovdiv is not that economically developed, because it’s not the capital, but it has it’s own sprit and rhytm of life.
How to get from Sofia to Plovdiv without a car?
The best way to get from Sofia to Plovdiv without a car is to bus which takes 2h 23m and costs $11 – $14. How long does it take to get from Sofia to Plovdiv? The bus from Sofia to Plovdiv takes 2h 23m including transfers and departs every three hours. Where do I catch the Sofia to Plovdiv bus from?
Is there a train from Poduyane to Plovdiv?
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Poduyane and arriving at Plovdiv. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 17m. How far is it from Sofia to Plovdiv?
What does Plovdiv Regional Historical Museum mean?
The Plovdiv Regional Historical Museum (Bulgarian: Регионален исторически музей Пловдив, Regionalen istoricheski muzey Plovdiv) is a historical museum in the city of Plovdiv, Bulgaria. Established in 1951, it covers the history of Plovdiv from the 15th century until today (the older history is presented in the Plovdiv Archaeological Museum).