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

The cheapest way to get from Milan to Sofia is to bus and fly which costs $30 - $200 and takes 5h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Milan to Sofia is to bus and fly which takes 5h 43m and costs $30 - $200.

Is there a direct bus between Milan and Sofia?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano and arriving at Sofia Serdica Bus Stop. Services depart twice a week, and operate Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 22h.

How far is it from Milan to Sofia?

The distance between Milan and Sofia is 1206 km. The road distance is 1386.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Milan to Sofia without a car is to train and bus which takes 20h 13m and costs $120 - $210.

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

It takes approximately 5h 43m to get from Milan to Sofia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Milan to Sofia bus from?

Milan to Sofia bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, depart from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano station.

Bus or fly from Milan to Sofia?

The best way to get from Milan to Sofia is to fly which takes 7h 20m and costs $90 - $260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $107 and takes 22h.

Where does the Milan to Sofia bus arrive?

Milan to Sofia bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, arrive at Sofia Serdica Bus Stop station.

What is the time difference between Milan and Sofia?

Sofia is 1h ahead of Milan. It is currently 7:43 AM in Milan and 8:43 AM in Sofia.

Can I drive from Milan to Sofia?

Yes, the driving distance between Milan to Sofia is 1387 km. It takes approximately 13h 5m to drive from Milan to Sofia.

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

Book your Milan to Sofia bus tickets online with Omio and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Sofia?

There are 2094+ hotels available in Sofia.

Milan to Sofia - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Milan to Sofia by bus, plane, train, 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.

Bus to Il Caravaggio International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Piazza Luigi di Savoia to Bergamo Airport Bus Station
2. Fly from Il Caravaggio International Airport (BGY) to Sofia Airport (SOF)BGY - SOF
5h 43m
$33–200
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Verona Porta NuovaFr
2. Take the bus from Verona Porta Nuova to Sofia
20h 13m
$128–202
Drive 1,386.6 km
1. Drive from Milan to Sofia1,386.6 km
13h 5m
$251–363
Fly from Milan Linate Airport
1. Fly from Milan Linate Airport (LIN) to Sofia Airport (SOF)LIN - SOF
7h 20m
$93–254
Train to Milano Malpensa Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Milano Porta Garibaldi to Malpensa Aeroporto T1
2. Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Sofia Airport (SOF)MXP - SOF
5h 44m
$61–189
Train to Turin Caselle Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Torino Porta Susa
2. Fly from Turin Caselle Airport (TRN) to Sofia Airport (SOF)TRN - SOF
6h 37m
$75–245
Train to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Milan Rogoredo to Bologna Centrale
2. Fly from Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Sofia Airport (SOF)BLQ - SOF
5h 59m
$107–317
Bus
1. Take the bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Sofia Serdica Bus StopUnion Ivkoni - Unibus 3602 / ...
22h
$107
Bus via Belgrade
1. Take the bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Beograd, Autobuska stanica
2. Take the bus from Beograd, Autobuska stanica to Sofia
23h 40m
$124–160

Milan to Sofia by train and bus

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20h 13mAverage Duration

$128Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,205.7 km
Duration: 5h 43m

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

ITA Airways, Lufthansa, and five other airlines fly from Milan Linate Airport (LIN) to Sofia Airport (SOF) 4 times a day. Alternatively, Union Ivkoni operates a bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Sofia Serdica Bus Stop 6 times a week. Tickets cost $60–95 and the journey takes 22h. Two other operators also service this route.

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