Driving from Bursa to Stara Zagora
Stara Zagora lies 379 km (235 mi) north-west of Bursa, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 5 h 46 min without stops, over roughly 462 km (287 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
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| Bursa | Stara Zagora | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Turkey | Bulgaria |
| Population | 3.1 million | 121,582 |
| Elevation | 155 m (509 ft) | 205 m (673 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Istanbul) | UTC+3 (Europe/Sofia) |
What changes when you arrive in Stara Zagora
Crossing from Turkey into Bulgaria: money changes from the Lira to the Lev (BGN); the dialling code becomes +359; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257.
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Staying in Stara Zagora
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Common questions
How far is Stara Zagora from Bursa?
379 km (235 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Bursa; by road roughly 462 km (287 mi).
How long does it take to get from Bursa to Stara Zagora by car?
About 5 h 46 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Bursa and Stara Zagora?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Stara Zagora?
The Lev (BGN).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.