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How to Travel from

Athens to Sofia Airport

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Transport providers

Bus operators

Union Ivkoni

Phone:
07001 8282
Website:
union-ivkoni.com/
Bus from Thessaloniki Train Station Bus Stop to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$13.04–$21.74
Bus from Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
5h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$11.96–$20.65

Tourist Service Holding AD

Phone:
02 981 13 33
Website:
en.tourist-service.com/
Bus from Athens to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
11h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$75.32

KTEL Thessalonikis

Phone:
+30 2310 500111
Website:
ktelthes.gr/
Bus from Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTEL to Thessaloniki
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$43.34

Airlines

Aegean Airlines

Website:
en.aegeanair.com/
Plane from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.65–$304.35

Bulgaria Air

Website:
air.bg/en/
Plane from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.65–$304.35

Sky Express

Website:
skyexpress.gr/
Plane from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$65.22–$239.13

Train operators

Hellenic Train

Phone:
14511
Website:
hellenictrain.gr/en
Train from Athens to Thessaloniki
Ave. Duration:
4h 53m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$9.29–$29.35
Train from Thessaloniki to Rodopolis
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$3.91–$9.29

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)

Phone:
+35929311111
Website:
bdz.bg/en
Train from Petrich to Zaharna
Ave. Duration:
3h 43m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$4.67–$8.70

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Athens to Sofia Airport (SOF)?

The cheapest way to get from Athens to Sofia Airport (SOF) is to train and bus which costs $21.74 - $51.09 and takes 11h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Athens to Sofia Airport (SOF)?

The fastest way to get from Athens to Sofia Airport (SOF) is to fly which takes 3h 57m and costs $59.78 - $173.91 .

Is there a direct bus between Athens and Sofia Airport (SOF)?

No, there is no direct bus from Athens to Sofia Airport (SOF). However, there are services departing from Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTEL and arriving at Sofia Airport Terminal 1 Bus Stop via Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 45m.

How far is it from Athens to Sofia Airport (SOF)?

The distance between Athens and Sofia Airport (SOF) is 564 km. The road distance is 805.6 km.

How do I travel from Athens to Sofia Airport (SOF) without a car?

The best way to get from Athens to Sofia Airport (SOF) without a car is to train and bus which takes 11h 38m and costs $21.74 - $51.09 .

How long does it take to get from Athens to Sofia Airport (SOF)?

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Athens to Sofia Airport (SOF), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athens to Sofia Airport (SOF) bus from?

Athens to Sofia Airport (SOF) bus services, operated by KTEL Thessalonikis, depart from Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTEL station.

Train, bus or fly from Athens to Sofia Airport (SOF)?

The best way to get from Athens to Sofia Airport (SOF) is to fly which takes 3h 57m and costs $59.78 - $173.91 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $29.35 - $70.65 and takes 13h 50m, you could also bus via Thessaloníki, which costs $54.35 - $65.22 and takes 11h 45m.

Where does the Athens to Sofia Airport (SOF) bus arrive?

Athens to Sofia Airport (SOF) bus services, operated by KTEL Thessalonikis, arrive at Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station.

Can I drive from Athens to Sofia Airport (SOF)?

Yes, the driving distance between Athens to Sofia Airport (SOF) is 806 km. It takes approximately 8h 10m to drive from Athens to Sofia Airport (SOF).

Where can I stay near Sofia Airport (SOF)?

There are 1967+ hotels available in Sofia Airport (SOF). Prices start at $14.43 per night.
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