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

The cheapest way to get from Sofia to Albania is to bus which costs $52 and takes 11h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sofia to Albania is to drive which takes 6h 56m and costs $75 - $120.

Is there a direct bus between Sofia and Albania?

No, there is no direct bus from Sofia station to Albania. However, there are services departing from Sofia Central Bus Station and arriving at Petro Nini Luarasi via Teg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 39m.

How far is it from Sofia to Albania?

The distance between Sofia and Albania is 453 km. The road distance is 435.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Sofia to Albania without a car is to bus which takes 11h 39m and costs $52.

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

It takes approximately 11h 39m to get from Sofia to Albania, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Albania bus from?

Sofia to Albania bus services, operated by Nela Travel Tours, depart from Sofia Central Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Sofia to Albania?

The best way to get from Sofia to Albania is to bus which takes 11h 39m and costs $52. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $45 - $220 and takes 7h 17m.

Where does the Sofia to Albania bus arrive?

Sofia to Albania bus services, operated by Nela Travel Tours, arrive at Tirana station.

What is the time difference between Sofia and Albania?

Albania is 1h behind Sofia. It is currently 5:27 AM in Sofia and 4:27 AM in Albania.

Can I drive from Sofia to Albania?

Yes, the driving distance between Sofia to Albania is 436 km. It takes approximately 6h 56m to drive from Sofia to Albania.

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

Book your Sofia to Albania bus tickets online with 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near Albania?

There are 4055+ hotels available in Albania.

Sofia to Albania - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Sofia to Albania by bus, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Tiranabus
11h 39m
$52
Fly
cheapest
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza (TIA)plane SOF - TIA
7h 17m
$47–212
Drive 435.6 km
1. Drive from Sofia to Tiranacar 435.6 km
6h 56m
$79–114
Bus via Skopje
1. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Skopje, Transporten Centarbus
2. Take the bus from Skopje, Transporten Centar to Tiranabus
13h 13m
$48–102

Sofia to Albania by bus

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11h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 452.6 km
Duration: 11h 39m

What companies run services between Sofia, Bulgaria and Albania?

Nela Travel Tours operates a bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Tirana 3 times a week. Tickets cost $51 and the journey takes 11h. Alternatively, Bulgaria Air, Aegean Airlines, and three other airlines fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza (TIA) twice daily.

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