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 shuttle which takes 8h 21m and costs €75 - €200.

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 1454 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 21h 36m and costs €120 - €190.

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

It takes approximately 8h 21m 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 M&M Travel, depart from Sofia station.

Where does the Sofia to Merano bus arrive?

Sofia to Merano bus services, operated by M&M Travel, arrive at Bolzano Autostazione station.

What is the time difference between Sofia and Merano?

Merano is 1h behind Sofia. It is currently 12:50 AM in Sofia and 11:50 PM in Merano.

Can I drive from Sofia to Merano?

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

Where can I stay near Merano?

There are 2736+ hotels available in Merano.

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

There are 8 ways to get from Sofia to Merano by plane, shuttle, 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, shuttle
best
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Il Caravaggio International Airport (BGY)plane SOF - BGY
2. Take a shuttle bus from Orio al Serio Airport to Meranoshuttle
8h 21m
€77–193
Bus via Kumanovo
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sofia to Kumanovobus
2. Take the bus from Kumanovo to Bolzanobus
28h 30m
€66–107
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sofia to Verona Porta Nuovabus
2. Take the train from Verona Porta Nuova to Bolzano Bozentrain Fr
21h 36m
€129–181
Drive 1,296.2 km
1. Drive from Sofia to Meranocar 1,296.2 km
13h 13m
€204–295
Fly to Innsbruck Airport, train
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Innsbruck Airport (INN)plane SOF - INN
2. Take the train from Vipiteno Val Vizze/Sterzing Pfitsch to Merano Merantrain
12h 52m
€186–362
Fly to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport, train
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)plane SOF - BLQ
2. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Bolzano Bozentrain
8h 48m
€113–256
Fly to Munich International Airport, train
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Munich International Airport (MUC)plane SOF - MUC
2. Take the train from Ostbahnhof to Bolzano-Bozentrain
10h 41m
€181–363
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sofia to Bolzano Autostazionebus
24h 11m
€90

Sofia to Merano by bus

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24h 11mAverage Duration

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 1,454 km
Duration: 8h 21m

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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