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

The cheapest way to get from Milan to Sofia is to bus and fly which costs $30 - $170 and takes 5h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Milan to Sofia is to train and fly which takes 5h 11m and costs $60 - $250.

Is there a direct bus between Milan and Sofia?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Milano, Stazione Centrale and arriving at Sofia Central Bus Station station. Services depart once a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 21h.

How far is it from Milan to Sofia?

The distance between Milan and Sofia is 1201 km. The road distance is 1386.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Milan to Sofia without a car is to train and bus which takes 20h 13m and costs $130 - $200.

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

It takes approximately 5h 23m to get from Milan to Sofia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Milan to Sofia bus from?

Milan to Sofia bus services, operated by M&M Travel, depart from Milano, Stazione Centrale station.

Bus or fly from Milan to Sofia?

The best way to get from Milan to Sofia is to fly which takes 6h 34m and costs $95 - $270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $105 and takes 21h.

Where does the Milan to Sofia bus arrive?

Milan to Sofia bus services, operated by M&M Travel, arrive at Sofia Central Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Milan and Sofia?

Sofia is 1h ahead of Milan. It is currently 5:14 PM in Milan and 6:14 PM in Sofia.

Can I drive from Milan to Sofia?

Yes, the driving distance between Milan to Sofia is 1387 km. It takes approximately 13h 15m to drive from Milan to Sofia.

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

Book your Milan to Sofia bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Sofia?

There are 2314+ hotels available in Sofia.

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

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Bus to Il Caravaggio International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Piazza Luigi di Savoia to Milan Bergamo Orio al Serio Airportbus
2. Fly from Il Caravaggio International Airport (BGY) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane BGY - SOF
5h 23m
$31–169
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Verona Porta Nuovatrain Fr
2. Take the bus from Verona Porta Nuova to Sofia Central Bus Stationbus
20h 13m
$130–199
Drive 1,386.6 km
1. Drive from Milan to Sofiacar 1,386.6 km
13h 15m
$251–363
Fly from Milan Linate Airport
1. Fly from Milan Linate Airport (LIN) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane LIN - SOF
6h 34m
$97–263
Train to Turin Caselle Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Torino Porta Susatrain
2. Fly from Turin Caselle Airport (TRN) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane TRN - SOF
6h 6m
$73–312
Train to Milano Malpensa Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Milano Porta Garibaldi to Malpensa Aeroporto T1train
2. Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane MXP - SOF
5h 11m
$60–246
Bus
1. Take the bus from Milano, Stazione Centrale to Sofia Central Bus Stationbus
21h
$105
Train, bus via Pristina
1. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Chiassotrain Ec
2. Take the bus from Chiasso to Pristinabus
3. Take the bus from Pristina to Sofiya, Avtogara Serdikabus
25h 50m

Milan to Sofia by train and bus

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20h 13mAverage Duration

$130Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,201.3 km
Duration: 5h 23m

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

Lufthansa, Austrian Airlines, and three other airlines fly from Milan Linate Airport (LIN) to Sofia Airport (SOF) 5 times a day. Alternatively, M&M Travel operates a bus from Milano, Stazione Centrale to Sofia Central Bus Station once a week. Tickets cost $105 and the journey takes 21h.

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