Craiova to Stara Zagora by bus
Stara Zagora lies 257 km (160 mi) south-east of Craiova, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 4 h 52 min including stops, over roughly 314 km (195 mi) of road.
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| Craiova | Stara Zagora | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Romania | Bulgaria |
| Population | 234,140 | 121,582 |
| Elevation | 105 m (344 ft) | 205 m (673 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Bucharest) | UTC+3 (Europe/Sofia) |
What changes when you arrive in Stara Zagora
Crossing from Romania into Bulgaria: money changes from the Leu to the Lev (BGN); the dialling code becomes +359; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257.
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Common questions
How far is Stara Zagora from Craiova?
257 km (160 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Craiova; by road roughly 314 km (195 mi).
How long does it take to get from Craiova to Stara Zagora by bus?
About 4 h 52 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Craiova 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.