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

The cheapest way to get from Trieste to Sofia is to bus which costs $102 and takes 14h.

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

The fastest way to get from Trieste to Sofia is to fly which takes 7h 40m and costs $80 - $230.

Is there a direct bus between Trieste and Sofia?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Trieste and arriving at Sofia Central Bus Station station. Services depart twice a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 14h.

How far is it from Trieste to Sofia?

The distance between Trieste and Sofia is 907 km. The road distance is 1010.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Trieste to Sofia without a car is to bus which takes 14h and costs $102.

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

It takes approximately 7h 40m to get from Trieste to Sofia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Trieste to Sofia bus from?

Trieste to Sofia bus services, operated by M&M Travel, depart from Trieste station.

Bus or fly from Trieste to Sofia?

The best way to get from Trieste to Sofia is to fly which takes 7h 40m and costs $80 - $230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $102 and takes 14h.

Where does the Trieste to Sofia bus arrive?

Trieste to Sofia bus services, operated by M&M Travel, arrive at Sofia Central Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Trieste and Sofia?

Sofia is 1h ahead of Trieste. It is currently 8:36 AM in Trieste and 9:36 AM in Sofia.

Can I drive from Trieste to Sofia?

Yes, the driving distance between Trieste to Sofia is 1010 km. It takes approximately 9h 21m to drive from Trieste to Sofia.

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

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Where can I stay near Sofia?

There are 2314+ hotels available in Sofia.

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

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

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Fly from Trieste – Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport
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1. Fly from Trieste – Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport (TRS) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane TRS - SOF
7h 40m
$84–230
Bus
1. Take the bus from Trieste to Sofia Central Bus Stationbus
14h
$102
Drive 1,010.2 km
1. Drive from Trieste to Sofiacar 1,010.2 km
9h 21m
$183–264
Shuttle to Venice Marco Polo Airport, fly
1. Take a shuttle bus from Trieste Centrale to Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Veneziashuttle
2. Fly from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane VCE - SOF
7h 58m
$316–833
Shuttle to Klagenfurt Airport, fly
1. Take a shuttle bus from Trieste Centrale to Klagenfurt Flughafenshuttle
2. Fly from Klagenfurt Airport (KLU) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane KLU - SOF
11h 5m
$411–1,086
Bus via Ljubljana
1. Take the bus from Trieste to Ljubljana bus stationbus 402 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ljubljana bus station to Sofiabus N981
17h 45m
$92–157

Trieste to Sofia by bus

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Distance: 906.8 km
Duration: 7h 40m

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

ITA Airways, Bulgaria Air, and two other airlines fly from Trieste – Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport (TRS) to Sofia Airport (SOF) 3 times a day. Alternatively, M&M Travel operates a bus from Trieste to Sofia Central Bus Station twice a week. Tickets cost $102 and the journey takes 14h.

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