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News on the transport sector, infrastructure investments, logistics, telecommunications, and connectivity development.
Changes in the Schedules of Public Transport in Burgas for the Christmas and New Year Holidays 2025/2026
Updated schedule of public transport in Burgas during the Christmas and New Year holidays (24.12.2025 - 04.01.2026) with changes in the times of the last and first courses, as well as free travel on 31.12 and information on the work of the ticket offices.
Attention, Drivers! Possible Difficulties in Purchasing Vignettes and Route Maps Due to Euro Introduction
The National Toll Administration warns of temporary interruptions when purchasing electronic vignettes and route maps due to the introduction of the euro. We recommend purchasing in advance.
Truck Queues at Kapitan Andreevo: 27 km on Exit, 50 km on Entry
There are huge queues of trucks at the Kapitan Andreevo border crossing. The queue on exit is 27 km long, and on entry from the Turkish side - 50 km. Drivers are waiting for hours, the reasons are complex.
Greek Farmers Block Roads: Transport Business Suffers
Farmers in Greece are continuing their blockades, blocking roads and border crossings. Bulgarian transport companies are seeking a solution to the problem, hoping the blockades will be lifted before Christmas.
New BDZ Schedule: Changes to Timetables and Convenient Connections for Passengers
From today, the new BDZ schedule comes into effect, offering improved connections and reduced travel time on key routes. Changes in the number of trains are also planned, as well as the expectation of new electric trains.
New BDZ Train Schedule Goes into Effect from December 14, 2025: Key Changes and Improvements
A new BDZ train schedule will go into effect from December 14, 2025. The article discusses the main changes, including reduced travel times on key routes, improvements to regional services, and the restoration of direct connections. Details on maintaining the volume of transport and international connections are also presented.
Government Provides Co-financing for the Modernization of the Vidin-Sofia Railway Line
The government is providing 569 million leva for the modernization of a section of the Vidin-Sofia railway line, part of the TEN-T network. The project foresees infrastructure improvements and a reduction in the distance between Medkovets and Sratsimir.
Traffic at the borders: Ferry problems, protests in Greece, heavy traffic
Overview of the current situation at border crossings: the 'Bdin' ferry is stopped, protests in Greece, heavy traffic at the border with Turkey.
Traffic Restrictions on Trakia Motorway in Yambol and Sliven Regions
From December 9th to 11th, there will be traffic restrictions on the Trakia Motorway in the direction of Burgas at the 275th km in the Yambol region. Until the end of next week, restrictions also apply to sections at the 284th and 285th km. In the Sliven region, restrictions are lifted after the repair of a 11 km section.
Restricted Traffic for Heavy Goods Vehicles at Ilinden-Exochi and Kulata-Promachonas Border Crossings
There is a restriction on the movement of heavy goods vehicles at Ilinden-Exochi, while traffic has been restored at Kulata-Promachonas. The blockade of the Greek border by farmers continues for a second day, leading to long queues.
Danube Bridge near Ruse Opens for the Holidays: Two-Way Traffic from December 18th
Traffic on the Danube Bridge near Ruse will be restored in both directions for Christmas and New Year. Construction work will be completed on December 18th, and major repairs will continue from January 8th.
Traffic to be Restored on the Repaired Section of A3 Trakia Motorway to Burgas (December 4)
Traffic will be restored on the renovated carriageway to Burgas on the A3 Trakia Motorway in Sliven region on December 4. Preventive repairs are being completed for 2025.
Burgasbus Introduces Card Validation for Public Transport
Burgasbus expands its services by introducing debit and credit card validation on buses. New functionality starting December 8th, travel fare - 1.50 BGN.
Temporary traffic change on A3 "Trakia" near Yambol from December 1st
From December 1st, the traffic organization near Yambol on A3 "Trakia" will be temporarily changed due to repair work on the carriageway to Burgas. Traffic will pass in the active lane, and the work is expected to be completed by next week under favorable conditions.
API tightens plan for the repair of the Asparuhov Bridge in Varna: starting in 2027 at the earliest
API announced a step-by-step plan for the survey and major repair of the Asparuhov Bridge in Varna - expertise by the spring of 2026, engineering order after that and real construction work no earlier than the spring of 2027, without completely closing the bridge.