How to get from Ankara to Sofia
We compared the ways to travel from Ankara to Sofia. The most useful door-to-door route takes 17h by bus, 1 transfer. The two cities are about 855 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
Indicative price from a recent search, updated regularly. Confirm the live fare and seats with the provider at checkout. Routavio adds no booking fee.
The journey, step by step
- 1busAnkara → Bayrampaşa
FlixBus - 2busBayrampaşa → SofiaFlixBus
How the trip from Ankara to Sofia works
Start with a FlixBus bus from Ankara to Bayrampaşa, about 6h 45m. Transfer in Bayrampaşa and continue by FlixBus bus on to Sofia (8h 30m). In total it's roughly EUR 92 over 17h, 1 transfer.
Who runs Ankara to Sofia
The Ankara to Sofia route is operated by FlixBus. You book directly with them; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
Ankara to Sofia: common questions
How long does it take to get from Ankara to Sofia?
The most useful route takes about 17h by bus, 1 transfer.
How far is Sofia from Ankara?
About 855 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Ankara to Sofia cost?
The best price in our latest search was €92. The exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Ankara to Sofia?
This route is run by FlixBus. You book directly with them.
Can you get from Ankara to Sofia without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 17h.
What is the cheapest way to get from Ankara to Sofia?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or a trusted partner. We never add a booking fee, so the price you see is the price you pay there.
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