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

The cheapest way to get from Sofia to Split is to bus and train which costs €55 - €90 and takes 24h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sofia to Split is to train and fly which takes 9h 15m and costs €80 - €280.

Is there a direct bus between Sofia and Split?

No, there is no direct bus from Sofia to Split station. However, there are services departing from Samokov and arriving at Split Bus Station via Borovets Bus Stop, Sofia Serdica Bus Stop and Zagreb. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 22m.

How far is it from Sofia to Split?

The distance between Sofia and Split is 678 km. The road distance is 821 km.

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

The best way to get from Sofia to Split without a car is to bus via Zagreb which takes 22h 22m and costs €40 - €90.

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

It takes approximately 9h 15m to get from Sofia to Split, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Split bus from?

Sofia to Split bus services, operated by Traventuria, depart from Borovets Bus Stop station.

Where does the Sofia to Split bus arrive?

Sofia to Split bus services, operated by Traventuria, arrive at Sofia Central Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Sofia and Split?

Split is 1h behind Sofia. It is currently 10:31 PM in Sofia and 9:31 PM in Split.

Can I drive from Sofia to Split?

Yes, the driving distance between Sofia to Split is 821 km. It takes approximately 13h 3m to drive from Sofia to Split.

Where can I stay near Split?

There are 13507+ hotels available in Split.

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

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

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

Train, fly to Split Airport
best
1. Take the train from Kostenets to Iskarsko Shosetrain
2. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Split Airport (SPU)plane SOF - SPU
9h 15m
€81–274
Bus via Zagreb
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Borovets Bus Stop to Sofia Central Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Sofia Serdica Bus Stop to Zagreb Central Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Zagreb to Split Bus Stationbus 924 / ...
22h 22m
€42–87
Drive 821 km
1. Drive from Samokov to Splitcar 821 km
13h 3m
€113–163
Train, fly to Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport, shuttle
1. Take the train from Kostenets to Iskarsko Shosetrain
2. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG)plane SOF - BEG
3. Take a shuttle bus from Beograd, Autobuska stanica to Split Bus Stationshuttle
11h 29m
€140–262
Bus
1. Take the bus from Samokov to Kjustendilbus
2. Take the bus from Kyustendil to Skopje, Transporten Centarbus
3. Take the bus from Skopje, Transporten Centar to Prizren,Autobuska Stanicabus
4. Take the bus from Prizren,Autobuska Stanica to Split Bus Stationbus
24h 15m
€66–100
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Samokov to Kostenetsbus
2. Take the train from Kostenets to Sofiatrain
3. Take the bus from Sofia Serdica Bus Stop to Zagreb Central Bus Stationbus
4. Take the train from Zagreb Glavni Kol. to Splittrain Ic
24h 34m
€58–89
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Samokov to Kjustendilbus
2. Take the bus from Kyustendil to Skopje, Transporten Centarbus
3. Take the bus from Skopje, Transporten Centar to Split Bus Stationbus
25h 45m
€69–95

Sofia Airport (SOF) to Split Airport (SPU) flights

6Weekly Planes

7h 1mAverage Duration

€72Cheapest Price

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Distance: 677.7 km
Duration: 9h 15m

What companies run services between Sofia, Bulgaria and Split, Croatia?

You can take a bus from Samokov to Split Bus Station via Borovets, Borovets Bus Stop, Sofia Central Bus Station, Sofia Serdica Bus Stop, Zagreb Central Bus Station, and Zagreb in around 22h 22m.

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