What is the cheapest way to get from Sofia to Vintgar Gorge?

The cheapest way to get from Sofia to Vintgar Gorge is to bus and train via Ljubljana which costs €84 - €86 and takes 14h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sofia to Vintgar Gorge?

The fastest way to get from Sofia to Vintgar Gorge is to fly which takes 8h 38m and costs €95 - €300.

Is there a direct bus between Sofia and Vintgar Gorge?

No, there is no direct bus from Sofia to Vintgar Gorge. However, there are services departing from Sofia and arriving at Spodnje Gorje via Ljubljana AP and Bled. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 34m.

How far is it from Sofia to Vintgar Gorge?

The distance between Sofia and Vintgar Gorge is 864 km. The road distance is 984 km.

How do I travel from Sofia to Vintgar Gorge without a car?

The best way to get from Sofia to Vintgar Gorge without a car is to bus and train via Ljubljana which takes 14h 44m and costs €84 - €86.

How long does it take to get from Sofia to Vintgar Gorge?

It takes approximately 8h 38m to get from Sofia to Vintgar Gorge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Vintgar Gorge bus from?

Sofia to Vintgar Gorge bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Sofia station.

Bus or fly from Sofia to Vintgar Gorge?

The best way to get from Sofia to Vintgar Gorge is to fly which takes 8h 38m and costs €95 - €300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €85 - €130 and takes 17h 34m.

Where does the Sofia to Vintgar Gorge bus arrive?

Sofia to Vintgar Gorge bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Ljubljana bus station.

What is the time difference between Sofia and Vintgar Gorge?

Vintgar Gorge is 1h behind Sofia. It is currently 11:33 AM in Sofia and 10:33 AM in Vintgar Gorge.

Can I drive from Sofia to Vintgar Gorge?

Yes, the driving distance between Sofia to Vintgar Gorge is 984 km. It takes approximately 9h 11m to drive from Sofia to Vintgar Gorge.

Where can I stay near Vintgar Gorge?

There are 2391+ hotels available in Vintgar Gorge.

Sofia to Vintgar Gorge - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Sofia to Vintgar Gorge by plane, bus, train, car, or shuttle

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Fly to Ljubljana
best
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Ljubljana (LJU)plane SOF - LJU
8h 38m
€98–292
Bus via Niš
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika to Niš, Autobuska Stanicabus
2. Take the bus from Niš, Autobuska Stanica to Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postajabus
3. Take the bus from Ljubljana AP to Bled Unionbus
19h 30m
€81–144
Bus, train via Ljubljana
1. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Ljubljanabus
2. Take the train from Ljubljana to Lesce Bledtrain Re / ...
14h 44m
€84–85
Drive 984 km
1. Drive from Sofia to Vintgar Gorgecar 984 km
9h 11m
€144–208
Fly to Klagenfurt Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Klagenfurt Airport (KLU)plane SOF - KLU
2. Take a shuttle bus from Klagenfurt Airport to Zgornji Brnik, Letališče Jožeta Pučnika Ljubljanashuttle
9h 28m
€147–583
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sofia to Ljubljana bus stationbus N981
2. Take the bus from Ljubljana AP to Bledbus Pr A22 6370 6 / ...
17h 34m
€88–130
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Ljubljanabus
2. Take the train from Ljubljana to Lesce-Bledtrain Sž Z01 16003414 0 / ...
18h 56m
€120–146

Sofia to Vintgar Gorge by bus, train, and foot

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Distance: 864.4 km
Duration: 8h 38m

What companies run services between Sofia, Bulgaria and Vintgar Gorge, Gorje, Slovenia?

Lufthansa, Air Serbia, and two other airlines fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Ljubljana (LJU) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sofia to Vintgar Gorge via Ljubljana AP, Bled, and Spodnje Gorje in around 17h 34m.

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