How to get from Thessaloniki to Sofya
- 246 km as the crow flies
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At a glance
Fastest
6h 30m
1 transfer
Bus
€34
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 25 Sept 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Thessaloniki to Sofya. The most useful door-to-door route takes 6h 30m by bus, 1 transfer. The two cities are about 246 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This is the lowest fare we have recorded for this route in the last 14 days.
This fare comes from a search on September 17, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
246 km
Thessaloniki to Sofya: cheapest or fastest?
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- 1Thessaloniki → Sofiabus
ArdaTur·4h 30m - 2Sofia Airport → SofyabusAirport shuttle bus·35m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
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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· 4h 40m€22Book
Omio last refreshed these on Sat, Sep 26
Operators seen on these journeys
On this route you travel with ArdaTur, Airport shuttle bus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Thessaloniki to Sofya works
Start with a ArdaTur bus from Thessaloniki to Sofia, about 4h 30m. Transfer in Sofia and continue by Airport shuttle bus bus on to Sofya (35 min). In total it's roughly €34 over 6h 30m, 1 transfer.
Thessaloniki to Sofya: common questions
How long does it take to get from Thessaloniki to Sofya?
The most useful route takes about 6h 30m by bus, 1 transfer.
Is there a bus from Thessaloniki to Sofya?
Our route search found a bus option, but we hold no verified timetable for this route yet. Check the operator's own timetable for departure times.
How far is Sofya from Thessaloniki?
About 246 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Thessaloniki to Sofya cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €34. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Thessaloniki to Sofya?
On this route you travel with ArdaTur, Airport shuttle bus.
Can you get from Thessaloniki to Sofya without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 4h 40m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Thessaloniki to Sofya?
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 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, Airport shuttle bus
Route calculated: 25 Sep 2026
Prices checked: 17 Sep 2026