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24 h 53 min
2347 km.
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Five ways to Travel from Sofia to Van

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Cheapest
By car (2 347 km)
24 h 53 min
2347 km.
from $129
Other
Train, Bus
35 h 45 min
1752 km.
from $96.91
Bus (Bus)
32 h 30 min
1752 km.
from $100.28
Train, Taxi
37 h 44 min
1752 km.
from $224.48
Bus (Bus #2)
32 h 30 min
1752 km.
from $79.63

Transport providers

Bus operators

Citylines

Phone:
+3590885700870
Email:
Website:
citylines.eu/
Bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
8h 30m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$27.17–$35.87

Alpar Turizm

Phone:
+90 212 658 18 51
Email:
Website:
alparturizm.com.tr/en/
Bus from Sofia to İstanbul
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.65–$32.61

Kamil Koc

Phone:
444 0 562
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Sofia to İstanbul
Ave. Duration:
8h 30m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$13.04–$18.48

Arda Tur

Phone:
0700 20 544
Website:
ardatur.bg
Bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
7h 51m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$29.35–$41.30

Metro Turizm

Phone:
0850 222 34 55
Email:
Website:
metroturizm.com.tr/en
Bus from Istanbul Otogari to Van
Ave. Duration:
23h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$28.26–$43.48

Airlines

Pegasus Airlines

Website:
flypgs.com/
Plane from Sofia Airport to Van
Ave. Duration:
4h 35m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$70.65–$239.13

Turkish Airlines

Website:
turkishairlines.com/
Plane from Sofia Airport to Van
Ave. Duration:
8h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$97.83–$358.70

Fly Armenia Airways

Website:
fly-armenia.com/en/
Plane from Sofia Airport to Van
Ave. Duration:
7h 35m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$54.35–$315.22

Train operators

Turkish Railways (TCDD)

Phone:
+90 444 8 233
Email:
Website:
tcdd.gov.tr/
Train from Sofia to Halkalı
Ave. Duration:
10h 49m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$5.98–$79.12
Train from Istanbul Söğütlüçeşme to Sivas
Ave. Duration:
7h 22m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$9.24–$14.13
Train from Sivas to Tatvan
Ave. Duration:
14h 33m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$5.43–$8.15

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Sofia to Van?

The cheapest way to get from Sofia to Van is to bus which costs $41.30 - $76.09 and takes 32h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sofia to Van?

The fastest way to get from Sofia to Van is to fly which takes 7h 33m and costs $70.65 - $250 .

Is there a direct bus between Sofia and Van?

No, there is no direct bus from Sofia station to Van. However, there are services departing from Sofia Central Bus Station and arriving at Van via Istanbul Otogari. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32h 30m.

How far is it from Sofia to Van?

The distance between Sofia and Van is 1765 km. The road distance is 2078.2 km.

How do I travel from Sofia to Van without a car?

The best way to get from Sofia to Van without a car is to bus which takes 32h 30m and costs $54.35 - $86.96 .

How long does it take to get from Sofia to Van?

It takes approximately 7h 33m to get from Sofia to Van, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Van bus from?

Sofia to Van bus services, operated by Citylines, depart from Sofia Central Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Sofia to Van?

The best way to get from Sofia to Van is to fly which takes 7h 33m and costs $70.65 - $250 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $54.35 - $86.96 and takes 32h 30m.

Where does the Sofia to Van bus arrive?

Sofia to Van bus services, operated by Citylines, arrive at Istanbul Büyük Otogari station.

What is the time difference between Sofia and Van?

Van is 1h ahead of Sofia. It is currently 01:07 in Sofia and 02:07 in Van.

Can I drive from Sofia to Van?

Yes, the driving distance between Sofia to Van is 2078 km. It takes approximately 25h 58m to drive from Sofia to Van.

Where can I stay near Van?

There are 14+ hotels available in Van. Prices start at $10.60 per night.
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