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

The cheapest way to get from Kars to Sofia is to train which costs $45 - $100 and takes 46h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kars to Sofia is to fly which takes 7h 34m and costs $95 - $460.

Is there a direct bus between Kars and Sofia?

No, there is no direct bus from Kars station to Sofia. However, there are services departing from Kars bus station and arriving at Sofia via İstanbul Esenler bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Kars and Sofia?

No, there is no direct train from Kars to Sofia. However, there are services departing from Kars and arriving at Sofia via Sivas, Söğütlüçeşme, Mustafa Kemal and Halkalı. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 38h 35m.

How far is it from Kars to Sofia?

The distance between Kars and Sofia is 1672 km. The road distance is 1970.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Kars to Sofia without a car is to train and bus which takes 31h 52m and costs $70 - $100.

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

It takes approximately 7h 34m to get from Kars to Sofia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kars to Sofia bus from?

Kars to Sofia bus services, operated by Kamil Koc, depart from Kars bus station.

Where do I catch the Kars to Sofia train from?

Kars to Sofia train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), depart from Kars station.

Train, bus or fly from Kars to Sofia?

The best way to get from Kars to Sofia is to fly which takes 7h 34m and costs $95 - $460. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $100 and takes 32h 20m, you could also train via Sivas, which costs $55 - $95 and takes 38h 35m.

Where does the Kars to Sofia bus arrive?

Kars to Sofia bus services, operated by Kamil Koc, arrive at İstanbul Esenler bus station.

What is the time difference between Kars and Sofia?

Sofia is 1h behind Kars. It is currently 9:19 AM in Kars and 8:19 AM in Sofia.

Where does the Kars to Sofia train arrive?

Kars to Sofia train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), arrive at Sivas station.

Can I drive from Kars to Sofia?

Yes, the driving distance between Kars to Sofia is 1970 km. It takes approximately 23h 2m to drive from Kars to Sofia.

Where can I stay near Sofia?

There are 2102+ hotels available in Sofia.

Kars to Sofia - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Kars to Sofia by plane, train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Kars Airport (KSY) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane KSY - SOF
7h 34m
$95–456
Bus via Hopa
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kars to Hopa Artvinbus
2. Take the bus from Hopa to Istanbul Samandira Tesisbus
3. Take the bus from Istanbul Samandira Tesis to Sofiabus
35h 10m
$45–95
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Kars to Sivastrain
2. Take the train from Sivas to Istanbultrain
3. Take the bus from Istanbul Esenler to Sofiabus
31h 52m
$73–98
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kars bus station to İstanbul Esenler bus stationbus FlixBus KK0673
2. Take the bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Sofiabus FlixBus N1999
32h 20m
$57–100
Drive 1,970.4 km
1. Drive from Kars to Sofiacar 1,970.4 km
23h 2m
$311–449
Train via Sivas
1. Take the train from Kars to Sivastrain
2. Take the train from Sivas to Istanbultrain
3. Take the train from Halkalı to Sofiatrain
38h 35m
$59–94
Train
1. Take the train from Kars to Ankaratrain
2. Take the train from Ankara to Halkalitrain Yht
3. Take the train from Halkalı to Sofiatrain
46h 57m
$46–97

Kars to Sofia by bus

7Weekly Buses

32h 20mAverage Duration

$57Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 1,671.9 km
Duration: 7h 34m

What companies run services between Kars, Turkey and Sofia, Bulgaria?

Turkish Airlines and Pegasus Airlines fly from Kars Airport (KSY) to Sofia Airport (SOF) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kars bus station to Sofia via İstanbul Esenler bus station in around 32h 20m.

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