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

The cheapest way to get from Sofia to Merano is to bus which costs €90 and takes 24h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sofia to Merano is to fly and bus which takes 8h 57m and costs €75 - €240.

Is there a direct bus between Sofia and Merano?

No, there is no direct bus from Sofia to Merano. However, there are services departing from Sofia and arriving at Terme Merano via Bolzano, Funivia del Renon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 11m.

How far is it from Sofia to Merano?

The distance between Sofia and Merano is 1451 km. The road distance is 1296.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Sofia to Merano without a car is to bus and train which takes 22h 19m and costs €120 - €190.

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

It takes approximately 8h 57m to get from Sofia to Merano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Merano bus from?

Sofia to Merano bus services, operated by Citylines, depart from Sofia Serdica Bus Station.

Where does the Sofia to Merano bus arrive?

Sofia to Merano bus services, operated by Citylines, arrive at Innsbruck Ice Stadium station.

What is the time difference between Sofia and Merano?

Merano is 1h behind Sofia. It is currently 5:03 AM in Sofia and 4:03 AM in Merano.

Can I drive from Sofia to Merano?

Yes, the driving distance between Sofia to Merano is 1296 km. It takes approximately 13h 7m to drive from Sofia to Merano.

How do I get a bus ticket from Sofia to Merano?

Book your Sofia to Merano bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Merano?

There are 2557+ hotels available in Merano.

Sofia to Merano - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Sofia to Merano 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 Il Caravaggio International Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Il Caravaggio International Airport (BGY)SOF - BGY
2. Take the bus from Orio al Serio Airport to Merano
8h 57m
€79–231
Fly to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)SOF - BLQ
2. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Bolzano Bozen
9h 10m
€78–265
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sofia to Verona Porta Nuova
2. Take the train from Verona Porta Nuova to Bolzano-Bozen89
22h 19m
€127–181
Drive 1,296.2 km
1. Drive from Sofia to Merano1,296.2 km
13h 7m
€200–289
Fly to Innsbruck Airport, train
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Innsbruck Airport (INN)SOF - INN
2. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano Meran
10h 33m
€120–423
Fly to Munich International Airport, train
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Munich International Airport (MUC)SOF - MUC
2. Take the train from Ostbahnhof to Bolzano-Bozen
11h 3m
€125–334
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sofia to Bolzano Autostazione
24h 11m
€90
Bus via Innsbruck
1. Take the bus from Sofia Serdica Bus Station to Innsbruck Ice StadiumCitylines 27 / ...
2. Take the bus from Innsbruck Südbahnstraße to Meran095
28h 56m
€95–143

Sofia to Merano by bus

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24h 11mAverage Duration

€90Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,450.5 km
Duration: 8h 57m

What companies run services between Sofia, Bulgaria and Merano, Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy?

M&M Travel operates a bus from Sofia to Bolzano Autostazione once a week. Tickets cost €90 and the journey takes 23h.

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