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 - €180 and takes 7h 53m.

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 9m and costs €65 - €290.

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.

Is there a direct train between Sofia and Ancona?

No, there is no direct train from Sofia to Ancona. However, there are services departing from Sofia Sever and arriving at Ancona via Gorna Oryahovitsa, Bucuresti Nord, Wien Meidling, Tarvisio Boscoverde and Bologna Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 37h 44m.

How far is it from Sofia to Ancona?

The distance between Sofia and Ancona is 995 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 which takes 20h 46m and costs €140 - €250.

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

It takes approximately 6h 9m 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.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Ancona train from?

Sofia to Ancona train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Sofia Sever station.

Bus or fly from Sofia to Ancona?

The best way to get from Sofia to Ancona is to fly which takes 7h 53m and costs €65 - €180. 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 11:15 PM in Sofia and 10:15 PM in Ancona.

Where does the Sofia to Ancona train arrive?

Sofia to Ancona train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Gorna Oryahovitsa station.

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 1332+ hotels available in Ancona.

Sofia to Ancona - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, night train, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Sofia to Ancona by plane, train, bus, night 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 Federico Fellini Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Federico Fellini Airport (RMI)SOF - RMI
2. Take the train from Rimini to Ancona
6h 9m
€69–290
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
€59–216
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 46m
€144–241
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Sofia Sever to Gorna OryahovitsaRe
2. Take the night train from Gorna Oryahovitsa to Bucharest
3. Take the night train from Bucuresti Nord to Wien Meidling
4. Take the train from Wien Meidling to Tarvisio BoscoverdeRjx / ...
5. Take the train from Tarvisio Boscoverde to Bologna CentraleNj
6. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to AnconaFr
37h 44m
€222–532
Drive 1,424.1 km
1. Drive from Sofia to Ancona1,424.1 km
14h 36m
€222–321
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 35m
€82–250
Fly to Raffaello Sanzio Airport
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Raffaello Sanzio Airport (AOI)SOF - AOI
7h 53m
€68–176
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
€69–306
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 Airport (SOF) to Federico Fellini Airport (RMI) flights

6Weekly Planes

3h 25mAverage Duration

€57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 995.4 km
Duration: 6h 9m

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

Ryanair and Lufthansa fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Raffaello Sanzio Airport (AOI) twice a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sofia to Ancona via Kumanovo in around 23h 16m.

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