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

The cheapest way to get from Mestre to Sofia is to fly which costs $50 - $190 and takes 4h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mestre to Sofia is to fly which takes 4h 58m and costs $50 - $190.

Is there a direct bus between Mestre and Sofia?

No, there is no direct bus from Mestre to Sofia. However, there are services departing from Venezia, Viale Stazione (Mestre Stazione - fermata ATVO) and arriving at Sofia via Ljubljana bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 20m.

How far is it from Mestre to Sofia?

The distance between Mestre and Sofia is 959 km. The road distance is 1132.7 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 train and bus which takes 16h 35m and costs $110 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 6h 15m 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 15m and costs $60 - $180. Alternatively, you can bus via Ljubljana, which costs $110 - $190 and takes 19h 20m.

Where does the Mestre to Sofia bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Mestre and Sofia?

Sofia is 1h ahead of Mestre. It is currently 9:46 AM in Mestre and 10:46 AM in Sofia.

Can I drive from Mestre to Sofia?

Yes, the driving distance between Mestre to Sofia is 1133 km. It takes approximately 10h 48m 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 FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Sofia?

There are 2302+ hotels available in Sofia.

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

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

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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 15m
$62–177
Fly from Treviso Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Treviso Airport (TSF) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane TSF - SOF
4h 58m
$54–185
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Venezia Mestre to Trieste Centraletrain Fr
2. Take the bus from Trieste to Sofia Central Bus Stationbus
16h 35m
$119–149
Drive 1,132.7 km
1. Drive from Mestre to Sofiacar 1,132.7 km
10h 48m
$205–296
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 57m
$64–240
Shuttle to Il Caravaggio International Airport, fly
1. Take a shuttle bus from Padova to Orio al Serio Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Il Caravaggio International Airport (BGY) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane BGY - SOF
7h 29m
$299–894
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 bus station to Sofiabus N981
19h 20m
$112–185
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 15m
$118–140

Mestre to Sofia by train and bus

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16h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 959 km
Duration: 6h 15m

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

Austrian Airlines, Ryanair, 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 via Ljubljana bus station in around 19h 20m.

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