How to Get from İzmir to Sofia
İzmir to Sofia is 575 km in a straight line. The trip takes 15h by bus.
On Routavio you can compare the ways from İzmir to Sofia by price and travel time (route calculated on 10 November 2026).
- 1 bus departures a day with ArdaTur
- First bus at 19:00, last at 19:00
Compare the ways to get there. Then check them for your own date.
Start with the Whole Journey.
We compared the ways to travel from İzmir to Sofia. The most useful door-to-door route takes 15h by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 575 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This fare comes from a search on September 17, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
575 km in a straight line
Which Way Suits You?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €69Checked Nov 6 | 4h 10m1 transfer | See Flight details |
| Bus | €45Older observation | 15hdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€69Checked Nov 64h 10m · 1 transferSee Flight details
- Bus€45Older observation15h · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
İzmir to Sofia: Cheapest or Fastest?
Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1İzmir → Sofiabus
ArdaTur·15h
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Which Date Should You Go?
An amount is a fare we saw earlier; with "around" in front it is our estimate. Neither is a live offer. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Cheapest Flight Fare by Month, İzmir to Sofia
| Month | Lowest fare seen | Seen on |
|---|---|---|
| November 2026 | €70 | |
| December 2026 | €69 | |
| January 2027 | €70 |
The lowest fare Routavio has seen for each departure month, with the day it was seen. Fares change, so check the price when you search.
Departures from İzmir to Sofia
ArdaTur runs one scheduled departure a day, at 19:00.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| ArdaTurbus | 1 | 19:00 | 19:00 |
All departures
- 19:00
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, we do not hold a published timetable for that operator. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and Arrival
Ticket Prices on This Route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
- Bus· 15h€45Book
Omio last refreshed these on Mon, Sep 28.
Operators Seen on These Journeys
ArdaTurİzmir-SofiaBook →
Pegasus Airlinesİzmir Adnan Menderes-Sabiha Gökçen Airport, Sabiha Gökçen Airport-Sofia AirportSee live options and dates →On this route you travel with ArdaTur, Pegasus Airlines.
How the Trip from İzmir to Sofia Works
Routavio built this route from its own route data on 10 November 2026. Start with a ArdaTur bus from İzmir to Sofia, about 15h. In total it's roughly €45 over 15h, direct, no transfers.
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İzmir to Sofia: Common Questions
How long does it take to get from İzmir to Sofia?
Routavio's route check on 10 November 2026 puts the most useful route at about 15h by bus, with no transfer.
When is the first bus from İzmir to Sofia?
The first bus with ArdaTur leaves at 19:00 and the last at 19:00, according to the published timetable.
How many bus departures a day are there from İzmir to Sofia?
Routavio's timetable check shows 1 bus departures a day with ArdaTur, between 19:00 and 19:00.
How far is Sofia from İzmir?
About 575 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does İzmir to Sofia cost?
Routavio's price check on 17 September 2026 puts the route we recommend at €45. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run İzmir to Sofia?
According to Routavio's route data, on this route you travel with ArdaTur, Pegasus Airlines.
Can you get from İzmir to Sofia without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 15h.
What is the cheapest way to get from İzmir to Sofia?
Routavio's comparison usually points to 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 an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and Method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: ArdaTur, Pegasus Airlines
Route calculated: 10 Nov 2026
Prices checked: 17 Sept 2026