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

The cheapest way to get from Mestre to Sofia is to train and bus and fly which costs $50 - $290 and takes 7h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mestre to Sofia is to train and fly which takes 5h 58m and costs $75 - $300.

Is there a direct bus between Mestre and Sofia?

No, there is no direct bus from Mestre to Sofia station. However, there are services departing from Venezia, Viale Stazione (Mestre Stazione - fermata ATVO) and arriving at Sofia Central Bus Station via Trieste. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 55m.

How far is it from Mestre to Sofia?

The distance between Mestre and Sofia is 959 km. The road distance is 1131.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Mestre to Sofia without a car is to bus via Trieste which takes 16h 55m and costs $110 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 6h 30m to get from Mestre to Sofia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mestre to Sofia bus from?

Mestre to Sofia bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Venezia, Viale Stazione (Mestre Stazione - fermata ATVO) station.

Bus or fly from Mestre to Sofia?

The best way to get from Mestre to Sofia is to fly which takes 6h 30m and costs $60 - $250. Alternatively, you can bus via Trieste, which costs $110 - $120 and takes 16h 55m.

Where does the Mestre to Sofia bus arrive?

Mestre to Sofia bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Trieste station.

What is the time difference between Mestre and Sofia?

Sofia is 1h ahead of Mestre. It is currently 10:05 AM in Mestre and 11:05 AM in Sofia.

Can I drive from Mestre to Sofia?

Yes, the driving distance between Mestre to Sofia is 1132 km. It takes approximately 10h 51m to drive from Mestre to Sofia.

How do I get a bus ticket from Mestre to Sofia?

Book your Mestre to Sofia bus tickets online with Omio and 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near Sofia?

There are 2267+ hotels available in Sofia.

Mestre to Sofia - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Mestre to Sofia by plane, bus, car, or train

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Fly from Venice Marco Polo Airport
best
1. Fly from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane VCE - SOF
6h 30m
$65–245
Train, bus to Il Caravaggio International Airport, fly
cheapest
1. Take the train from Venezia Mestre to Bresciatrain
2. Take the bus from Brescia Solferino Bus Station to Bergamo Airport Bus Stationbus
3. Fly from Il Caravaggio International Airport (BGY) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane BGY - SOF
7h 42m
$53–281
Bus via Trieste
1. Take the bus from Venezia, Viale Stazione (Mestre Stazione - fermata ATVO) to Triestebus 977 / ...
2. Take the bus from Trieste to Sofia Central Bus Stationbus
16h 55m
$113–120
Drive 1,131.5 km
1. Drive from Mestre to Sofiacar 1,131.5 km
10h 51m
$229–330
Fly from Treviso Airport
1. Fly from Treviso Airport (TSF) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane TSF - SOF
7h 15m
$86–225
Train to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Venezia Mestre to Bologna centraletrain
2. Fly from Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane BLQ - SOF
5h 58m
$79–299
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mestre BNL to San Donà di Piavebus 25a
2. Take the bus from San Donà di Piave to Sofia Central Bus Stationbus
20h 12m
$125
Bus via Ljubljana
1. Take the bus from Venezia, Viale Stazione (Mestre Stazione - fermata ATVO) to Ljubljana bus stationbus N402 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ljubljana to Sofia Central Bus Stationbus
20h 40m
$141–192

Mestre to Sofia by bus

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Distance: 959 km
Duration: 6h 30m

What companies run services between Mestre, Italy and Sofia, Bulgaria?

Austrian Airlines, Air Dolomiti, and five other airlines fly from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to Sofia Airport (SOF) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Venezia, Viale Stazione (Mestre Stazione - fermata ATVO) to Sofia Central Bus Station via Trieste in around 16h 55m.

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