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

The cheapest way to get from Sofia to Matka is to bus which costs $15 - $20 and takes 6h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sofia to Matka is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Sofia and Matka?

No, there is no direct bus from Sofia station to Matka. However, there are services departing from Sofia Central Bus Station and arriving at Матка Манастир-КОН Т via Транспортен Центар Т-Приградски Линии. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

How far is it from Sofia to Matka?

The distance between Sofia and Matka is 234 km. The road distance is 234.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Sofia to Matka without a car is to bus which takes 6h 12m and costs $15 - $20.

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

It takes approximately 6h 12m to get from Sofia to Matka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Matka bus from?

Sofia to Matka bus services, operated by Citylines, depart from Sofia Central Bus Station.

Where does the Sofia to Matka bus arrive?

Sofia to Matka bus services, operated by Citylines, arrive at Skopje Nikola Karev station.

What is the time difference between Sofia and Matka?

Matka is 1h behind Sofia. It is currently 5:58 PM in Sofia and 4:58 PM in Matka.

Can I drive from Sofia to Matka?

Yes, the driving distance between Sofia to Matka is 234 km. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Sofia to Matka.

Where can I stay near Matka?

There are 1798+ hotels available in Matka.

Sofia to Matka - 3 ways to travel via bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Sofia to Matka by bus or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Skopje Nikola Karevbus Citylines 67
6h 12m
$15–20
Drive 234.3 km
1. Drive from Sofia to Matkacar 234.3 km
3h 21m
$37–54
Bus via Skopje, Transporten Centar
1. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Skopje, Transporten Centarbus
6h 32m
$26–37

Sofia to Matka by bus

14Weekly Buses

6h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 233.7 km
Duration: 6h 12m

What companies run services between Sofia, Bulgaria and Matka, North Macedonia?

Citylines operates a bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Skopje Nikola Karev once daily. Tickets cost $14–35 and the journey takes 4h 40m.

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