What is the cheapest way to get from Elbasan to Bulgaria?

The cheapest way to get from Elbasan to Bulgaria is to bus via Skopje which costs $35 - $55 and takes 10h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Elbasan to Bulgaria?

The fastest way to get from Elbasan to Bulgaria is to drive which takes 7h 9m and costs $80 - $120.

Is there a direct bus between Elbasan and Bulgaria?

No, there is no direct bus from Elbasan to Bulgaria. However, there are services departing from Elbasan and arriving at Sofia via Struga, Tetovo and Skopje, Transporten Centar. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 29m.

How far is it from Elbasan to Bulgaria?

The distance between Elbasan and Bulgaria is 501 km. The road distance is 450.5 km.

How do I travel from Elbasan to Bulgaria without a car?

The best way to get from Elbasan to Bulgaria without a car is to bus via Skopje which takes 10h 29m and costs $35 - $55.

How long does it take to get from Elbasan to Bulgaria?

It takes approximately 10h 29m to get from Elbasan to Bulgaria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elbasan to Bulgaria bus from?

Elbasan to Bulgaria bus services, operated by Euro Bus MK, depart from Elbasan station.

Bus or fly from Elbasan to Bulgaria?

The best way to get from Elbasan to Bulgaria is to bus via Skopje which takes 10h 29m and costs $35 - $55. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $45 - $210 and takes 8h 3m.

Where does the Elbasan to Bulgaria bus arrive?

Elbasan to Bulgaria bus services, operated by Euro Bus MK, arrive at Struga station.

What is the time difference between Elbasan and Bulgaria?

Bulgaria is 1h ahead of Elbasan. It is currently 7:01 AM in Elbasan and 8:01 AM in Bulgaria.

Can I drive from Elbasan to Bulgaria?

Yes, the driving distance between Elbasan to Bulgaria is 451 km. It takes approximately 7h 9m to drive from Elbasan to Bulgaria.

Where can I stay near Bulgaria?

There are 2282+ hotels available in Bulgaria.

Elbasan to Bulgaria - 5 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Elbasan to Bulgaria by bus, car, or plane

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Bus via Skopje
best
1. Take the bus from Elbasan to Strugabus
2. Take the bus from Struga to Tetovobus
3. Take the bus from Tetovo to Skopje, Transporten Centarbus
4. Take the bus from Skopje, Transporten Centar to Sofiabus
10h 29m
$35–53
Drive 450.5 km
1. Drive from Elbasan to Sofiacar 450.5 km
7h 9m
$82–118
Fly
1. Fly from Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza (TIA) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane TIA - SOF
8h 3m
$50–205
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tirana to Sofia Central Bus Stationbus
11h 33m
$51
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Tirana, Terminali Lindor I Autobusave to Skopje, Transporten Centarbus
2. Take the bus from Skopje, Transporten Centar to Sofia Central Bus Stationbus
12h 33m
$46–86

Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza (TIA) to Sofia Airport (SOF) flights

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Distance: 500.6 km
Duration: 10h 29m

What companies run services between Elbasan, Albania and Bulgaria?

You can take a bus from Elbasan to Serdika via Struga, Tetovo, Skopje, Transporten Centar, Sofia, and Central Station in around 10h 29m. Alternatively, Austrian Airlines, Aegean Airlines, and four other airlines fly from Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza (TIA) to Sofia Airport (SOF) 4 times a day.

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