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

The cheapest way to get from Sofia to Ancona is to fly which costs €65 - €240 and takes 11h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sofia to Ancona is to fly and train which takes 6h 37m and costs €85 - €280.

Is there a direct bus between Sofia and Ancona?

No, there is no direct bus from Sofia to Ancona. However, there are services departing from Sofia and arriving at Ancona via Kumanovo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 16m.

How far is it from Sofia to Ancona?

The distance between Sofia and Ancona is 845 km. The road distance is 1424.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Sofia to Ancona without a car is to bus and train via Trieste which takes 20h 24m and costs €120 - €220.

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

It takes approximately 11h 3m to get from Sofia to Ancona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Ancona bus from?

Sofia to Ancona bus services, operated by Matpu, depart from Sofia station.

Bus or fly from Sofia to Ancona?

The best way to get from Sofia to Ancona is to fly which takes 11h 3m and costs €65 - €240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €120 - €140 and takes 23h 16m.

Where does the Sofia to Ancona bus arrive?

Sofia to Ancona bus services, operated by Matpu, arrive at Kumanovo station.

What is the time difference between Sofia and Ancona?

Ancona is 1h behind Sofia. It is currently 2:15 PM in Sofia and 1:15 PM in Ancona.

Can I drive from Sofia to Ancona?

Yes, the driving distance between Sofia to Ancona is 1424 km. It takes approximately 14h 36m to drive from Sofia to Ancona.

Where can I stay near Ancona?

There are 1208+ hotels available in Ancona.

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

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

Fly to Raffaello Sanzio Airport
best
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Raffaello Sanzio Airport (AOI)SOF - AOI
11h 3m
€67–235
Fly to Fiumicino International Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Fiumicino International Airport (FCO)SOF - FCO
2. Take the train from Roma Termini to Ancona
9h 43m
€63–271
Bus, train via Trieste
1. Take the bus from Sofia to Trieste
2. Take the train from Trieste Centrale to Venezia MestreFr
3. Take the train from Venezia Mestre to Bologna CentraleFr
4. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to AnconaFr
20h 24m
€121–211
Drive 1,424.1 km
1. Drive from Sofia to Ancona1,424.1 km
14h 36m
€224–323
Fly to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport, train
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)SOF - BLQ
2. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Ancona
6h 37m
€86–275
Fly to Roma Ciampino Airport, train
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Roma Ciampino Airport (CIA)SOF - CIA
2. Take the train from Roma Termini to Ancona
9h 58m
€63–371
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sofia to Venezia, Viale Stazione
2. Take the train from Venezia Mestre to Bologna CentraleFr
3. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to AnconaFr
20h 47m
€142–236
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sofia to Kumanovo
2. Take the bus from Kumanovo to Ancona
23h 16m
€121–137
Bus via Tirana
1. Take the bus from Sofia to Tirana
2. Take the bus from Tirana to Ancona
25h 34m
€130

Sofia to Ancona by bus and train

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20h 24mAverage Duration

€121Cheapest Price

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Distance: 844.5 km
Duration: 11h 3m

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

Lufthansa, Air Dolomiti, and two other airlines fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Raffaello Sanzio Airport (AOI) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sofia to Ancona via Kumanovo in around 23h 16m.

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