34 km · 35 minutes

Transport

Sozopol is easy to reach from Burgas by public transport, car, ferry or taxi.

34км
From Burgas
35мин
Bus
€3
Bus
~30мин
Bus
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Transport

Sozopol is easy to reach from Burgas by public transport, car, ferry or taxi.

Bus

Regular buses leave Burgas South Bus Station every 30 minutes in summer (hourly off-season). Journey ~35 min. A single ticket is around €3. Buses stop at the New Town bus station.

By car

Road I-9 south, ~34 km. 30–40 min depending on traffic. Vehicle access to the Old Town is restricted — use the pay car parks at the peninsula's entrance.

Boat

Tourist boats and launches link Burgas and Sozopol in summer — about 90 minutes each way, with an optional stop at St. Anastasia Island.

Taxi

A taxi from Burgas to Sozopol costs around €18–€22 by meter. Confirm the fare before departure and use licensed cars.

Getting around the old town

The Old Town on the peninsula is explored on foot — streets are narrow and cobbled. Wear comfortable shoes and plan 2–3 hours for a walk.

Start here

Start your Sozopol journey

Stroll down pedestrian "Apollonia" street, lunch on fresh fish at the harbour, and end with a concert at the Apollonia arts festival in September.