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

The cheapest way to get from Macedonia to Sofia is to train which costs $8 - $13 and takes 3h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Macedonia to Sofia is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Macedonia and Sofia?

No, there is no direct bus from Macedonia station to Sofia station. However, there are services departing from Petrich Bus Station and arriving at Sofia Central Bus Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Macedonia and Sofia?

No, there is no direct train from Macedonia to Sofia. However, there are services departing from Petrich and arriving at Sofia via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

How far is it from Macedonia to Sofia?

The distance between Macedonia and Sofia is 190 km. The road distance is 182.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Macedonia to Sofia without a car is to bus which takes 3h 25m and costs $14 - $19.

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

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Macedonia to Sofia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Macedonia to Sofia bus from?

Macedonia to Sofia bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, depart from Petrich Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Macedonia to Sofia train from?

Macedonia to Sofia train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Petrich station.

Train or bus from Macedonia to Sofia?

The best way to get from Macedonia to Sofia is to bus which takes 3h 25m and costs $14 - $19. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $8 - $13 and takes 3h 59m.

Where does the Macedonia to Sofia bus arrive?

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

Where does the Macedonia to Sofia train arrive?

Macedonia to Sofia train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Sofia station.

Can I drive from Macedonia to Sofia?

Yes, the driving distance between Macedonia to Sofia is 183 km. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Macedonia to Sofia.

Where can I stay near Sofia?

There are 2302+ hotels available in Sofia.

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There are 5 ways to get from Macedonia to Sofia by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Petrich Bus Station to Sofia Central Bus Stationbus Union Ivkoni
3h 25m
$14–19
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Petrich to Sofiatrain Ic
3h 59m
$8–12
Drive 182.7 km
1. Drive from Macedonia to Sofiacar 182.7 km
2h 19m
$29–42
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Macedonia to Sofiataxi 182.7 km
2h 19m
$140–180
Bus via Petrich
1. Take the bus from Petrich to Sofia Central Bus Stationbus
3h 59m
$17–18

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Distance: 190.4 km
Duration: 3h 25m

What companies run services between Macedonia, Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria and Sofia, Bulgaria?

Union Ivkoni operates a bus from Petrich Bus Station to Sofia Central Bus Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $9–13 and the journey takes 3h 15m. Alternatively, Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) operates a train from Petrich to Sofia every 4 hours. Tickets cost $3–6 and the journey takes 3h 48m.

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