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

The cheapest way to get from Sofia to Van is to bus which costs 2.200 ₺ - 4.600 ₺ and takes 35h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sofia to Van is to fly which takes 8h 43m and costs 3.500 ₺ - 15.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Sofia and Van?

No, there is no direct bus from Sofia to Van station. However, there are services departing from Sofia and arriving at Van bus station via İstanbul Esenler bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 35h 45m.

How far is it from Sofia to Van?

The distance between Sofia and Van is 1759 km. The road distance is 2062.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Sofia to Van without a car is to bus and train which takes 29h 50m and costs 3.400 ₺ - 4.500 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 8h 43m to get from Sofia to Van, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Van bus from?

Sofia to Van bus services, operated by Kamil Koc, depart from Sofia station.

Bus or fly from Sofia to Van?

The best way to get from Sofia to Van is to fly which takes 8h 43m and costs 3.500 ₺ - 15.000 ₺. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 2.200 ₺ - 4.600 ₺ and takes 35h 45m.

Where does the Sofia to Van bus arrive?

Sofia to Van bus services, operated by Kamil Koc, arrive at İstanbul Esenler bus station.

What is the time difference between Sofia and Van?

Van is 1h ahead of Sofia. It is currently 11:49 AM in Sofia and 12:49 PM in Van.

Can I drive from Sofia to Van?

Yes, the driving distance between Sofia to Van is 2063 km. It takes approximately 24h 53m to drive from Sofia to Van.

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

Book your Sofia to Van bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Van?

There are 26+ hotels available in Van.

Sofia to Van - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Sofia to Van 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
best
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN)plane SOF - VAN
8h 43m
₺3,496–14,236
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Sofia to Halkalıtrain
2. Take the bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Van bus stationbus FlixBus KK0122B
40h 37m
₺2,177–6,586
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sofia to Istanbul Esenlerbus
2. Take the train from Istanbul Söğütlüçeşme to Yildizelitrain Yht
3. Take the bus from Yıldızeli to Vanbus
29h 50m
₺3,401–4,458
Train, bus via Sivas
1. Take the train from Sofia to Halkalıtrain
2. Take the train from Istanbul Söğütlüçeşme to Sivastrain Yht
3. Take the train from Sivas to Tatvantrain
4. Take the bus from Tatvan bus station to Van bus stationbus
40h 22m
₺3,067–7,564
Drive 2,062.9 km
1. Drive from Sofia to Vancar 2,062.9 km
24h 53m
₺14,004–20,227
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sofia to İstanbul Esenler bus stationbus FlixBus N1999
2. Take the bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Van bus stationbus FlixBus KK0122B
35h 45m
₺2,275–4,568
Bus via Istanbul
1. Take the bus from Sofia Serdica Bus Station to Istanbul Büyük Otogaribus Citylines 40 / ...
2. Take the bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Van bus stationbus FlixBus KK0122B
35h 45m
₺2,577–4,441

Sofia to Van by bus

21Weekly Buses

35h 45mAverage Duration

₺2,275Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,758.8 km
Duration: 8h 43m

What companies run services between Sofia, Bulgaria and Van, Turkey?

Turkish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, and AJet fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sofia to Van bus station via İstanbul Esenler bus station in around 35h 45m.

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