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Composite routes from Meteora to Sofia

Cheapest
5 h 43 min
Car
518 km.
from $28

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:
$29.30–$42.03

Union Ivkoni

Phone:
07001 8282
Email:
Website:
union-ivkoni.com/
Bus from Thessaloniki Train Station Bus Stop to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
5h 15m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$14.01–$22.93
Bus from Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$14.01–$22.93

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–$28.02
Bus from Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
5h 15m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$19.11–$25.48

KTEL Trikala

Phone:
(+30) 24310 73130
Email:
Website:
ktel-trikala.gr/en/homepage_en/
Bus from Trikala to Thessaloniki
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$20.38–$28.02
Bus from Kalabaka to Ioannina
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.83–$15.29

Ammon Express

Phone:
+30 2310 500225
Email:
Website:
ammonexpress.gr/en/
Bus from Meteora to Thessaloníki
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$64.80

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

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–$331.18

Train operators

Hellenic Train

Phone:
14511
Website:
hellenictrain.gr/en
Train from Larissa to Thessaloniki
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$8.28–$12.10
Train from Thessaloniki to Rodopolis
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$4.71–$11.20

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:
$5.73–$10.19

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Meteora (Station) to Sofia?

The cheapest way to get from Meteora (Station) to Sofia is to bus via Trikala which costs $35.87 - $51.09 and takes 10h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Meteora (Station) to Sofia?

The fastest way to get from Meteora (Station) to Sofia is to drive which takes 5h 36m and costs $103.26 - $163.04 .

Is there a direct bus between Meteora (Station) and Sofia?

No, there is no direct bus from Meteora (Station) to Sofia. However, there are services departing from Kalampáka and arriving at Sofia Serdica Bus Stop via Trikala and Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 49m.

How far is it from Meteora (Station) to Sofia?

The distance between Meteora (Station) and Sofia is 525 km. The road distance is 519.4 km.

How do I travel from Meteora (Station) to Sofia without a car?

The best way to get from Meteora (Station) to Sofia without a car is to bus which takes 9h 50m and costs $76.09 - $92.39 .

How long does it take to get from Meteora (Station) to Sofia?

It takes approximately 9h 50m to get from Meteora (Station) to Sofia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Meteora (Station) to Sofia bus from?

Meteora (Station) to Sofia bus services, operated by KTEL Trikala, depart from Trikala station.

Where does the Meteora (Station) to Sofia bus arrive?

Meteora (Station) to Sofia bus services, operated by KTEL Trikala, arrive at Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station.

Can I drive from Meteora (Station) to Sofia?

Yes, the driving distance between Meteora (Station) to Sofia is 519 km. It takes approximately 5h 36m to drive from Meteora (Station) 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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