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

The cheapest way to get from Tiranë to Sofia is to bus which costs $52 and takes 11h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tiranë to Sofia is to fly which takes 6h 24m and costs $45 - $220.

Is there a direct bus between Tiranë and Sofia?

No, there is no direct bus from Tiranë to Sofia station. However, there are services departing from Muzeu Kombëtar A and arriving at Sofia Central Bus Station via Tirana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 34m.

How far is it from Tiranë to Sofia?

The distance between Tiranë and Sofia is 452 km. The road distance is 435.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Tiranë to Sofia without a car is to bus which takes 11h 34m and costs $52.

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

It takes approximately 11h 34m to get from Tiranë to Sofia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tiranë to Sofia bus from?

Tiranë to Sofia bus services, operated by Nela Travel Tours, depart from Tirana station.

Bus or fly from Tiranë to Sofia?

The best way to get from Tiranë to Sofia is to bus which takes 11h 34m and costs $52. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $45 - $220 and takes 6h 24m.

Where does the Tiranë to Sofia bus arrive?

Tiranë to Sofia bus services, operated by Nela Travel Tours, arrive at Sofia Central Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Tiranë and Sofia?

Sofia is 1h ahead of Tiranë. It is currently 10:36 PM in Tiranë and 11:36 PM in Sofia.

Can I drive from Tiranë to Sofia?

Yes, the driving distance between Tiranë to Sofia is 435 km. It takes approximately 6h 58m to drive from Tiranë to Sofia.

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

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Where can I stay near Sofia?

There are 2296+ hotels available in Sofia.

Tiranë to Sofia - 6 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Tiranë to Sofia by bus, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Tirana to Sofia Central Bus Stationbus
11h 34m
$51
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 34m
$46–90
Drive 435.5 km
1. Drive from Tiranë to Sofiacar 435.5 km
6h 58m
$79–114
Bus, bus to Podgorica Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Tiranë to Shkodërbus
2. Take the bus from Shkoder,Rruga Teuta to Podgorica , Bus stationbus
3. Fly from Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane TGD - SOF
11h 18m
$94–274
Fly from Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza
1. Fly from Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza (TIA) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane TIA - SOF
6h 24m
$48–211
Bus to Tivat Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Tirana Airport to Tivat, Autobuska stanicabus
2. Fly from Tivat Airport (TIV) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane TIV - SOF
12h 30m
$160–366

Tiranë to Sofia by bus

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11h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 451.8 km
Duration: 11h 34m

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

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. Alternatively, Ulendo Airlink, Ryanair, and Wizz Air fly from Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza (TIA) to Sofia Airport (SOF) once daily.

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