What is the cheapest way to get from North Macedonia to Bulgaria?

The cheapest way to get from North Macedonia to Bulgaria is to bus via Serdika which costs $15 - $20 and takes 5h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from North Macedonia to Bulgaria?

The fastest way to get from North Macedonia to Bulgaria is to drive which takes 3h 13m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between North Macedonia and Bulgaria?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Skopje, Transporten Centar and arriving at Sofia. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from North Macedonia to Bulgaria?

The distance between North Macedonia and Bulgaria is 215 km. The road distance is 214.5 km.

How do I travel from North Macedonia to Bulgaria without a car?

The best way to get from North Macedonia to Bulgaria without a car is to bus which takes 4h 45m and costs $18 - $40.

How long does it take to get from North Macedonia to Bulgaria?

The bus from Skopje, Transporten Centar to Sofia takes 4h 45m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the North Macedonia to Bulgaria bus from?

North Macedonia to Bulgaria bus services, operated by Matpu, depart from Skopje, Transporten Centar station.

Where does the North Macedonia to Bulgaria bus arrive?

North Macedonia to Bulgaria bus services, operated by Matpu, arrive at Sofia station.

What is the time difference between North Macedonia and Bulgaria?

Bulgaria is 1h ahead of North Macedonia. It is currently 5:55 PM in North Macedonia and 6:55 PM in Bulgaria.

Can I drive from North Macedonia to Bulgaria?

Yes, the driving distance between North Macedonia to Bulgaria is 214 km. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from North Macedonia to Bulgaria.

Where can I stay near Bulgaria?

There are 2300+ hotels available in Bulgaria.

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There are 3 ways to get from North Macedonia to Bulgaria by bus or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Skopje, Transporten Centar to Sofiabus
4h 45m
$18–40
Bus via Serdika
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Skopje Nikola Karev to Sofia Central Bus Stationbus Citylines 68
5h 7m
$15–20
Drive 214.5 km
1. Drive from Skopje to Sofiacar 214.5 km
3h 13m
$34–49

North Macedonia to Bulgaria by bus

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Distance: 215.1 km
Duration: 4h 45m

What companies run services between North Macedonia and Bulgaria?

Matpu operates a bus from Skopje, Transporten Centar to Sofia twice daily. Tickets cost $29–40 and the journey takes 4h 45m. Transkop patnicki soobrakaj A.D. Bitola also services this route once daily.

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