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

The cheapest way to get from Sofia to Matka is to bus via Горна Матка Т which costs $18 - $40 and takes 7h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sofia to Matka is to drive which takes 3h 19m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Sofia and Matka?

No, there is no direct bus from Sofia station to Matka. However, there are services departing from Sofia Central Bus Station and arriving at Горна Матка 1-КОН Т via Банка НА РМ 2-КОН Ману and Езеро Треска-КОН Матка. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 51m.

How far is it from Sofia to Matka?

The distance between Sofia and Matka is 232 km. The road distance is 235.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Sofia to Matka without a car is to bus which takes 6h 51m and costs $34.

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

It takes approximately 6h 51m to get from Sofia to Matka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Matka bus from?

Sofia to Matka bus services, operated by Citylines, depart from Sofia Central Bus Station.

Where does the Sofia to Matka bus arrive?

Sofia to Matka bus services, operated by Citylines, arrive at Skopje, Transporten Centar (Скопjе, Транспортен Центар) station.

What is the time difference between Sofia and Matka?

Matka is 1h behind Sofia. It is currently 5:39 AM in Sofia and 4:39 AM in Matka.

Can I drive from Sofia to Matka?

Yes, the driving distance between Sofia to Matka is 236 km. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from Sofia to Matka.

Where can I stay near Matka?

There are 242+ hotels available in Matka.

Sofia to Matka - 4 ways to travel via bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Sofia to Matka by bus 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
best
1. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Skopje, Transporten Centar (Скопjе, Транспортен Центар)bus Citylines 67
6h 51m
$34
Bus via Горна Матка Т #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sofia to Skopje, Transporten Centarbus
7h 59m
$18–40
Drive 235.7 km
1. Drive from Sofia to Matkacar 235.7 km
3h 19m
$38–54
Bus via Горна Матка Т
1. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Skopje, Transporten Centarbus
7h 14m
$26–40

Sofia to Matka by bus

14Weekly Buses

7h 14mAverage Duration

$26Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 231.9 km
Duration: 6h 51m

What companies run services between Sofia, Bulgaria and Matka, North Macedonia?

Citylines operates a bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Skopje, Transporten Centar (Скопjе, Транспортен Центар) twice daily. Tickets cost $34 and the journey takes 4h 40m.

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