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

The cheapest way to get from Sofia to Italy is to fly which costs €28 - €160 and takes 5h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sofia to Italy is to fly which takes 3h 57m and costs €55 - €160.

Is there a direct bus between Sofia and Italy?

No, there is no direct bus from Sofia to Italy. However, there are services departing from Sofia and arriving at Roma Termini via Kumanovo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Sofia and Italy?

No, there is no direct train from Sofia to Italy. However, there are services departing from Sofia Sever and arriving at Roma Termini via Gorna Oryahovitsa, Bucuresti Nord, Wien Hbf and Venezia Mestre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 37h 56m.

How far is it from Sofia to Italy?

The distance between Sofia and Italy is 597 km. The road distance is 1648.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Sofia to Italy without a car is to bus and train which takes 21h 7m and costs €130 - €250.

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

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Sofia to Italy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Italy bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Sofia to Italy train from?

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

Bus or fly from Sofia to Italy?

The best way to get from Sofia to Italy is to fly which takes 3h 57m and costs €55 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €120 - €140 and takes 27h 37m.

Where does the Sofia to Italy bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Sofia and Italy?

Italy is 1h behind Sofia. It is currently 11:35 AM in Sofia and 10:35 AM in Italy.

Where does the Sofia to Italy train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sofia to Italy?

Yes, the driving distance between Sofia to Italy is 1648 km. It takes approximately 15h 38m to drive from Sofia to Italy.

Where can I stay near Italy?

There are 21498+ hotels available in Italy.

Sofia to Italy - 12 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, night train, and car

There are 12 ways to get from Sofia to Italy by plane, bus, train, 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 Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport
best
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport (BRI)plane SOF - BRI
3h 57m
€57–153
Fly to Naples Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Naples Airport (NAP)plane SOF - NAP
4h 20m
€29–146
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sofia to Venezia, Viale Stazionebus
2. Take the train from Venezia Mestre to Roma Terminitrain Fr
21h 7m
€134–241
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Sofia Sever to Gorna Oryahovitsatrain
2. Take the night train from Gorna Oryahovitsa to Bucharestnighttrain
3. Take the night train from Bucuresti Nord to Wien Hbfnighttrain
4. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Venezia Mestretrain Rjx
5. Take the train from Venezia Mestre to Roma Terminitrain Fr
37h 56m
€202–358
Drive 1,648.5 km
1. Drive from Sofia to Romecar 1,648.5 km
15h 38m
€254–366
Fly to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)plane SOF - BLQ
4h 25m
€46–191
Fly to Fiumicino International Airport
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Fiumicino International Airport (FCO)plane SOF - FCO
5h
€44–119
Fly to Il Caravaggio International Airport
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Il Caravaggio International Airport (BGY)plane SOF - BGY
5h 25m
€29–158
Fly to Roma Ciampino Airport
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Roma Ciampino Airport (CIA)plane SOF - CIA
5h 10m
€39–175
Fly to Catania–Fontanarossa Airport
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Catania–Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)plane SOF - CTA
4h 35m
€42–155
Bus, train via Florence
1. Take the bus from Sofia to Firenze Autostazionebus
2. Take the train from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Roma Terminitrain 8959 / ...
24h 58m
€118–145
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sofia to Kumanovobus
2. Take the bus from Kumanovo to Roma Terminibus
27h 37m
€121–137

Sofia to Italy by bus and train

1Weekly Services

24h 58mAverage Duration

€118Cheapest Price

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Distance: 596.9 km
Duration: 3h 57m

What companies run services between Sofia, Bulgaria and Italy?

Ryanair and Wizz Air fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport (BRI) 6 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sofia to Roma Termini via Kumanovo in around 27h 37m.

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