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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Ioánnina to Sofia

Cheapest
5 h 46 min
Car
552 km.
from $30

Transport providers

Bus operators

Union Ivkoni

Phone:
07001 8282
Email:
Website:
union-ivkoni.com/
Bus from Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$14.01–$22.93
Bus from Serres to Blagoevgrad
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.64–$12.74

Citylines

Phone:
+3590885700870
Email:
Website:
citylines.eu/
Bus from Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
5h 15m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$19.11–$25.48

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:
$50.95–$70.06

KTEL Serron

Phone:
+30 23210-22822
Email:
Website:
ktelserron.gr/
Bus from Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station to Serres
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$7.64–$11.46
Bus from Serres to Blagoevgrad
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$11.46–$16.56

KTEL Ioanninon

Phone:
+30 26510 25014
Email:
Website:
ktelioannina.gr/
Bus from Ioannina to Thessaloniki
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$30.57–$40.76

KTEL Pellas

Phone:
+30 23810 22800
Email:
Website:
ktelpellas.gr/
Bus from Ioannina to Giannitsa
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Bus from Giannitsa to Thessaloniki
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly

Airlines

Aegean Airlines

Website:
en.aegeanair.com/
Plane from Ioannina National Airport to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
6h 40m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$82.80–$305.71

Train operators

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)

Phone:
+35929311111
Website:
bdz.bg/en
Train from Blagoevgrad to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
2h 44m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$3.95–$8.28

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Ioánnina to Sofia is to bus via Sofia Central Bus Station which costs $39.13 - $59.78 and takes 10h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ioánnina to Sofia is to drive which takes 5h 46m and costs $108.70 - $173.91 .

Is there a direct bus between Ioánnina and Sofia?

No, there is no direct bus from Ioánnina to Sofia. However, there are services departing from Ioannina and arriving at Sofia Serdica Bus Stop via Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 15m.

How far is it from Ioánnina to Sofia?

The distance between Ioánnina and Sofia is 555 km. The road distance is 553.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Ioánnina to Sofia without a car is to bus which takes 9h 15m and costs $42.39 - $59.78 .

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

It takes approximately 9h 15m to get from Ioánnina to Sofia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ioánnina to Sofia bus from?

Ioánnina to Sofia bus services, operated by KTEL Ioanninon, depart from Ioannina station.

Train, bus or fly from Ioánnina to Sofia?

The best way to get from Ioánnina to Sofia is to bus which takes 9h 15m and costs $42.39 - $59.78 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $76.09 - $271.74 and takes 7h. There are no good options to train between Ioánnina to Sofia.

Where does the Ioánnina to Sofia bus arrive?

Ioánnina to Sofia bus services, operated by KTEL Ioanninon, arrive at Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station.

Can I drive from Ioánnina to Sofia?

Yes, the driving distance between Ioánnina to Sofia is 553 km. It takes approximately 5h 46m to drive from Ioánnina to Sofia.

Where can I stay near Sofia?

There are 1944+ hotels available in Sofia. Prices start at $14.84 per night.
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