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

The cheapest way to get from Sofia to Bologna is to bus which costs €95 and takes 21h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sofia to Bologna is to fly which takes 4h 34m and costs €55 - €240.

Is there a direct bus between Sofia and Bologna?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sofia Central Bus Station station and arriving at Bologna Centrale. Services depart once a week, and operate Thursday. The journey takes approximately 21h 30m.

How far is it from Sofia to Bologna?

The distance between Sofia and Bologna is 1014 km. The road distance is 1275.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Sofia to Bologna without a car is to bus and train which takes 19h 16m and costs €100 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Sofia to Bologna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Bologna bus from?

Sofia to Bologna bus services, operated by M&M Travel, depart from Sofia Central Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Sofia to Bologna?

The best way to get from Sofia to Bologna is to fly which takes 4h 34m and costs €55 - €240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €95 and takes 21h 30m.

Where does the Sofia to Bologna bus arrive?

Sofia to Bologna bus services, operated by M&M Travel, arrive at Bologna Centrale station.

What is the time difference between Sofia and Bologna?

Bologna is 1h behind Sofia. It is currently 9:30 AM in Sofia and 8:30 AM in Bologna.

Can I drive from Sofia to Bologna?

Yes, the driving distance between Sofia to Bologna is 1276 km. It takes approximately 12h 21m to drive from Sofia to Bologna.

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

Book your Sofia to Bologna bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Bologna?

There are 3647+ hotels available in Bologna.

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Fly to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport
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1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)plane SOF - BLQ
4h 34m
€55–240
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Padovabus
2. Take the train from Padova to Bologna centraletrain 8927 / ...
19h 16m
€103–119
Drive 1,275.8 km
1. Drive from Sofia to Bolognacar 1,275.8 km
12h 21m
€207–299
Fly to Florence Peretola Airport, train
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Florence Peretola Airport (FLR)plane SOF - FLR
2. Take the train from Firenze S.M.N. to Bologna Centraletrain
8h 12m
€97–352
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Bologna Centralebus
21h 30m
€95

Sofia to Bologna by bus and train

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Distance: 1,014 km
Duration: 4h 34m

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

Ryanair, Lufthansa, and two other airlines fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) once daily. Alternatively, M&M Travel operates a bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Bologna Centrale once a week. Tickets cost €95 and the journey takes 21h 30m.

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How to get fromSofia to Bolognaby plane, bus, train, or car

There are 5 ways to get from Sofia to Bologna by plane, bus, train, or car

Fly to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport

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Drive 1,275.8 km

Fly to Florence Peretola Airport, train

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