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

The cheapest way to get from Tirana to Sofia is to bus which costs $52 and takes 11h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tirana to Sofia is to fly which takes 6h 38m and costs $65 - $230.

Is there a direct bus between Tirana and Sofia?

No, there is no direct bus from Tirana to Sofia station. However, there are services departing from Haxhi Dushku and arriving at Sofia Central Bus Station via Tirana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 7m.

How far is it from Tirana to Sofia?

The distance between Tirana and Sofia is 366 km. The road distance is 435.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Tirana to Sofia without a car is to bus which takes 11h 7m and costs $52.

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

It takes approximately 6h 38m to get from Tirana to Sofia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tirana to Sofia bus from?

Tirana to Sofia bus services, operated by Diamant Travel, depart from Tirana, Terminali Lindor I Autobusave station.

Bus or fly from Tirana to Sofia?

The best way to get from Tirana to Sofia is to fly which takes 6h 38m and costs $65 - $230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $52 and takes 11h 7m.

Where does the Tirana to Sofia bus arrive?

Tirana to Sofia bus services, operated by Diamant Travel, arrive at Skopje, Transporten Centar station.

What is the time difference between Tirana and Sofia?

Sofia is 1h ahead of Tirana. It is currently 2:51 AM in Tirana and 3:51 AM in Sofia.

Can I drive from Tirana to Sofia?

Yes, the driving distance between Tirana to Sofia is 435 km. It takes approximately 6h 57m to drive from Tirana to Sofia.

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

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

Where can I stay near Sofia?

There are 2286+ hotels available in Sofia.

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza (TIA) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane TIA - SOF
6h 38m
$65–225
Bus via Skopje
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tirana, Terminali Lindor I Autobusave to Skopje, Transporten Centarbus
2. Take the bus from Skopje, Transporten Centar to Sofia Central Bus Stationbus
12h 33m
$46–90
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tirana to Sofia Central Bus Stationbus
11h 7m
$51
Drive 435.1 km
1. Drive from Tirana to Sofiacar 435.1 km
6h 57m
$92–133

Tirana to Sofia by bus

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Distance: 365.9 km
Duration: 6h 38m

What companies run services between Tirana, Albania and Sofia, Bulgaria?

Aegean Airlines, Bulgaria Air, and four other airlines fly from Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza (TIA) to Sofia Airport (SOF) once daily. Alternatively, Nela Travel Tours operates a bus from Tirana to Sofia Central Bus Station 3 times a week. Tickets cost $51 and the journey takes 10h.

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