How to Travel from
Ankara to Sofia Airport
by Route or Car
Eight ways to Travel from Ankara to Sofia Airport
Select an Option Below to Start Your Journey
Cheapest
By car (991 km)
9 h 34 min
991 km.
from $54
Other
Train
21 h 34 min
846 km.
from $23.24
Train, Bus
15 h 13 min
846 km.
from $71.28
Train, Plane (Train to Istanbul)
9 h 6 min
845 km.
from $176.65
Train, Plane (Train to Sabiha Gökçen International Airport)
8 h 15 min
845 km.
from $153.86
Bus, Plane
12 h 28 min
845 km.
from $239.05
Bus
16 h 35 min
846 km.
from $85.07
Train via Maltepe
22 h 14 min
846 km.
from $31.26
Transport providers
Airlines
Ryanair
Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from Ankara Esenboğa International Airport to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Monday
Estimated price:
$76.09–$380.43
Austrian Airlines
Website:
austrian.com/?sc_lang=en&cc=ZZ
Plane from Ankara Esenboğa International Airport to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
6h 5m
Frequency:
Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$86.96–$271.74
Pegasus Airlines
Website:
flypgs.com/
Plane from Ankara Esenboğa International Airport to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$52.17–$217.39
Plane from Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$50.00–$239.13
Turkish Airlines
Website:
turkishairlines.com/
Plane from Ankara Esenboğa International Airport to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
3h 53m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.65–$315.22
Plane from Istanbul to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$130.43–$347.83
Plane from Nevşehir Kapadokya Airport to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
4h 50m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$195.65–$521.74
Train operators
Turkish Railways (TCDD)
Train from Ankara to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
4h 23m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.52–$23.91
Train from Ankara to Halkali
Ave. Duration:
5h 8m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.98–$14.13
Train from Halkalı to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
14h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$5.00–$7.07
Train from Yunus to Halkali
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.49–$0.71
Bus operators
Kamil Koc
Bus from Ankara bus station to İstanbul
Ave. Duration:
5h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$11.96–$17.39
Bus from Kırıkkale bus station to Gülşehir
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$9.24–$13.04
Arda Tur
Phone:
0700 20 544
Website:
ardatur.bg
Bus from Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
9h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$30.43–$43.48
Metro Turizm
Bus from Kayas to Kırıkkale
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$7.07–$10.87
Bus from Ankara to Samandira
Ave. Duration:
5h 15m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$11.96–$17.39
Ali Osman ULUSOY
Website:
aliosmanulusoy.com/
Bus from Kayas to Kırıkkale
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.72–$3.59
Huntur
Bus from Istanbul Büyük Otogari to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
10h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$33.70–$39.13
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Ankara to Sofia Airport (SOF)?
The cheapest way to get from Ankara to Sofia Airport (SOF) is to train which costs $11.96 - $21.74 and takes 21h 34m.
What is the fastest way to get from Ankara to Sofia Airport (SOF)?
The fastest way to get from Ankara to Sofia Airport (SOF) is to fly which takes 6h 23m and costs $53.26 - $228.26 .
Is there a direct bus between Ankara and Sofia Airport (SOF)?
No, there is no direct bus from Ankara to Sofia Airport (SOF). However, there are services departing from Ankara and arriving at Sofia Airport Arrivals Terminal 2 via Samandira Tesis and Istanbul Esenler Otogari. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 35m.
Is there a direct train between Ankara and Sofia Airport (SOF)?
No, there is no direct train from Ankara to Sofia Airport (SOF). However, there are services departing from Ankara and arriving at Sofia Airport via Halkalı, Central Station and Sofia Serdica. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 34m.
How far is it from Ankara to Sofia Airport (SOF)?
The distance between Ankara and Sofia Airport (SOF) is 880 km. The road distance is 993.7 km.
How do I travel from Ankara to Sofia Airport (SOF) without a car?
The best way to get from Ankara to Sofia Airport (SOF) without a car is to train and bus which takes 15h 13m and costs $36.96 - $70.65 .
How long does it take to get from Ankara to Sofia Airport (SOF)?
It takes approximately 6h 23m to get from Ankara to Sofia Airport (SOF), including transfers.
Where do I catch the Ankara to Sofia Airport (SOF) bus from?
Ankara to Sofia Airport (SOF) bus services, operated by Metro Turizm, depart from Ankara station.
Where do I catch the Ankara to Sofia Airport (SOF) train from?
Ankara to Sofia Airport (SOF) train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), depart from Ankara station.
Train, bus or fly from Ankara to Sofia Airport (SOF)?
The best way to get from Ankara to Sofia Airport (SOF) is to fly which takes 6h 23m and costs $53.26 - $228.26 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $11.96 - $21.74 and takes 21h 34m, you could also bus, which costs $48.91 - $70.65 and takes 16h 35m.
Where does the Ankara to Sofia Airport (SOF) bus arrive?
Ankara to Sofia Airport (SOF) bus services, operated by Metro Turizm, arrive at Samandira Tesis station.
What is the time difference between Ankara and Sofia Airport (SOF)?
Sofia Airport (SOF) is 1h behind Ankara. It is currently 15:51 in Ankara and 14:51 in Sofia Airport (SOF).
Where does the Ankara to Sofia Airport (SOF) train arrive?
Ankara to Sofia Airport (SOF) train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), arrive at Halkali station.
Can I drive from Ankara to Sofia Airport (SOF)?
Yes, the driving distance between Ankara to Sofia Airport (SOF) is 994 km. It takes approximately 9h 36m to drive from Ankara to Sofia Airport (SOF).
Where can I stay near Sofia Airport (SOF)?
There are 1947+ hotels available in Sofia Airport (SOF). Prices start at $14.84 per night.
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