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4 h 7 min
332 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Thessaloniki to Sofia

Composite routes from Thessaloniki to Sofia

Cheapest
4 h 7 min
Car
332 km.
from $18
Fastest
59 min
Plane
Other
5 h 6 min
236 km.
from $21.41
5 h 48 min
236 km.
from $21.98
7 h 4 min
Train, Bus
236 km.
from $28.33
6 h 28 min
236 km.
from $31.43
6 h 43 min
236 km.
from $68.67

Transport providers

Bus operators
Found: 6
FlixBus
Website
Union Ivkoni
Website
Citylines
Website
Crazy Holidays
Website
KTEL Serron
Website
Samokov Bus
Website
FlixBus
Website
3h 30m
Once daily
$18.48–$27.17
+49 30 300 137 300
+49 30 300 137 300
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Union Ivkoni
Website
3h
Once daily
$7.61–$13.04
07001 8282
07001 8282
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Citylines
Website
2h 55m
Once daily
$13.04–$17.39
+3590885700870
+3590885700870
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Crazy Holidays
Website
3h 30m
3 times a week
$38.04–$51.09
+30 2310241545
+30 2310241545
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
KTEL Serron
Website
1h 15m
Hourly
$6.52–$9.78
+30 23210-22822
+30 23210-22822
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Samokov Bus
Website
1h 3m
Twice a week
$1.52–$2.28
0722 60019
0722 60019
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Train operators
Found: 1
Hellenic Train
Website
Hellenic Train
Website
3h 3m
Twice daily
$6.52–$9.78
14511
14511
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Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Thessaloníki to Sofia is to bus which costs $11.96 - $19.57 and takes 5h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Thessaloníki to Sofia is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs $54.35 - $81.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Thessaloníki and Sofia?

No, there is no direct bus from Thessaloníki station to Sofia. However, there are services departing from Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station and arriving at Samokov via Serres and Dupnitsa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

How far is it from Thessaloníki to Sofia?

The distance between Thessaloníki and Sofia is 287 km. The road distance is 270.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Thessaloníki to Sofia without a car is to bus via Sérres which takes 5h 6m and costs $15.22 - $25 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Thessaloníki to Sofia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thessaloníki to Sofia bus from?

Thessaloníki to Sofia bus services, operated by KTEL Serron, depart from Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station.

Where does the Thessaloníki to Sofia bus arrive?

Thessaloníki to Sofia bus services, operated by KTEL Serron, arrive at Serres station.

Can I drive from Thessaloníki to Sofia?

Yes, the driving distance between Thessaloníki to Sofia is 271 km. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Thessaloníki to Sofia.

Where can I stay near Sofia?

There are 13+ hotels available in Sofia. Prices start at $14.63 per night.
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