042 is the telephone area code for Stara Zagora, a major economic hub and one of the oldest cities in Bulgaria.
How to Call Stara Zagora from Overseas
- Dial your country's exit code (e.g., 011 for USA, 00 for UK/Europe)
- Dial 359 (Bulgaria country code)
- Dial the area code (42 - without the leading 0)
- Dial the local phone number (usually 6 digits)
Example: Calling Stara Zagora from the UK
00 359 42 600 000
Where:
00 = UK exit code
359 = Bulgaria country code
42 = Stara Zagora area code (042 without the 0)
600 000 = Local Stara Zagora phone number
Quick Facts
Stara Zagora Area Coverage
The 042 area code covers the city of Stara Zagora and several municipalities within the province:
City Center
Augusta Traiana, Antique Forum, City Hall area
Cultural District
Regional Museum of History, Opera House, Art Gallery
Residential North
Ayazmoto Park area, Lozenets district
Residential South
Kolyo Ganchev, Industrial zone South
Academic Area
Trakia University campus and surroundings
Nearby Towns
Radnevo, Galabovo, Chirpan (Stara Zagora Province)
Major Bulgaria Area Codes
Common Exit Codes for Calling Bulgaria
When calling Stara Zagora from these countries, use these exit codes:
United States
011
Germany
00
Greece
00
Turkey
00
United Kingdom
00
Canada
011