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Thessaloniki to Sofia

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Two ways to Travel from Thessaloniki to Sofia

Composite routes from Thessaloniki to Sofia

Cheapest
3 h 9 min
Car
294 km.
from $16
Other
3 h 9 min
Rideshare
294 km.
from $11.18

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Thessaloniki Train Station Bus Stop to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$31.84–$44.58

Union Ivkoni

Phone:
07001 8282
Email:
Website:
union-ivkoni.com/
Bus from Thessaloniki Train Station Bus Stop to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$14.01–$24.20
Bus from Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$14.01–$24.20

Citylines

Phone:
+3590885700870
Email:
Website:
citylines.eu/
Bus from Thessaloniki Train Station Bus Stop to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.38–$26.75
Bus from Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
5h 15m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$19.11–$26.75

Crazy Holidays

Phone:
+30 2310241545
Email:
Website:
crazyholidays.gr/root.en.aspx
Bus from Thessaloniki to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$49.68–$70.06

Airlines

Aegean Airlines

Website:
en.aegeanair.com/
Plane from International Airport Thessaloniki Macedonia to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
3h 38m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$121.01–$280.23

Turkish Airlines

Website:
turkishairlines.com/
Plane from International Airport Thessaloniki Macedonia to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
5h 35m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$191.07–$891.64

Bulgaria Air

Website:
air.bg/en/
Plane from International Airport Thessaloniki Macedonia to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$63.69–$229.28

Tarom

Website:
tarom.ro/
Plane from International Airport Thessaloniki Macedonia to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$63.69–$318.44

Train operators

Hellenic Train

Phone:
14511
Website:
hellenictrain.gr/en
Train from Thessaloniki to Rodopolis
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$4.59–$10.92

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)

Phone:
+35929311111
Website:
bdz.bg/en
Train from Petrich to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.60–$10.19

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 via Sofia Airport which costs $11.96 - $20.65 and takes 6h 22m.

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 9m and costs $59.78 - $86.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Thessaloníki and Sofia?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Thessaloniki Train Station Bus Stop station and arriving at Sofia Central Bus Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 45m.

How far is it from Thessaloníki to Sofia?

The distance between Thessaloníki and Sofia is 324 km. The road distance is 294 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 which takes 5h 45m and costs $17.39 - $38.04 .

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

The bus from Thessaloniki Train Station Bus Stop to Sofia Central Bus Station takes 5h 45m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Thessaloníki to Sofia bus from?

Thessaloníki to Sofia bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, depart from Thessaloniki Train Station Bus Stop.

Train, bus or fly from Thessaloníki to Sofia?

The best way to get from Thessaloníki to Sofia is to bus which takes 5h 45m and costs $17.39 - $38.04 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $20.65 - $36.96 and takes 7h 11m, you could also fly, which costs $59.78 - $195.65 and takes 6h 50m.

Where does the Thessaloníki to Sofia bus arrive?

Thessaloníki to Sofia bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, arrive at Sofia Central Bus Station.

Can I drive from Thessaloníki to Sofia?

Yes, the driving distance between Thessaloníki to Sofia is 294 km. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Thessaloníki to Sofia.

How do I get a bus ticket from Thessaloníki to Sofia?

Book your Thessaloníki to Sofia bus tickets online with Omio, Distribusion and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Sofia?

There are 1943+ hotels available in Sofia. Prices start at $14.42 per night.
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