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

The cheapest way to get from Split to Sofia is to bus which costs $80 - $120 and takes 24h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Split to Sofia is to bus and fly which takes 8h 19m and costs $110 - $400.

Is there a direct bus between Split and Sofia?

No, there is no direct bus from Split station to Sofia. However, there are services departing from Split Bus Station and arriving at Samokov via Herceg Novi, Jova Bijelića 1, Kumanovo and Kjustendil. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 5m.

How far is it from Split to Sofia?

The distance between Split and Sofia is 669 km. The road distance is 820.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Split to Sofia without a car is to bus via Herceg Novi which takes 17h 5m and costs $130 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 8h 44m to get from Split to Sofia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Split to Sofia bus from?

Split to Sofia bus services, operated by Croatia Bus, depart from Split Bus Station.

Where does the Split to Sofia bus arrive?

Split to Sofia bus services, operated by Croatia Bus, arrive at Herceg Novi, Jova Bijelića 1 station.

What is the time difference between Split and Sofia?

Sofia is 1h ahead of Split. It is currently 7:20 PM in Split and 8:20 PM in Sofia.

Can I drive from Split to Sofia?

Yes, the driving distance between Split to Sofia is 821 km. It takes approximately 13h 7m to drive from Split to Sofia.

Where can I stay near Sofia?

There are 561+ hotels available in Sofia.

Split to Sofia - 8 ways to travel via plane, bus, car, shuttle, and car ferry

There are 8 ways to get from Split to Sofia by plane, bus, car, shuttle, or car ferry

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly from Split Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Split Airport (SPU) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane SPU - SOF
2. Take the bus from Sofia Airport Terminal 1 Bus Stop to Samokov Lidl Parking Lotbus
8h 44m
$99–334
Bus #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Split Bus Station to Prizren,Autobuska Stanicabus
2. Take the bus from Prizren,Autobuska Stanica to Skopje, Transporten Centarbus
3. Take the bus from Skopje, Transporten Centar to Kyustendilbus
4. Take the bus from Kjustendil to Samokovbus
24h 45m
$80–119
Bus via Herceg Novi
1. Take the bus from Split Bus Station to Herceg Novi, Jova Bijelića 1bus
2. Take the bus from Herceg Novi, Jova Bijelića 1 to Kumanovobus
3. Take the bus from Kumanovo to Kyustendilbus
4. Take the bus from Kjustendil to Samokovbus
17h 5m
$131–137
Drive 820.7 km
1. Drive from Split to Samokovcar 820.7 km
13h 7m
$134–194
Shuttle to Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport, fly, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Split Bus Station to Beograd, Autobuska stanicashuttle
2. Fly from Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane BEG - SOF
3. Take the bus from Sofia Airport Terminal 1 Bus Stop to Samokov Lidl Parking Lotbus
11h 13m
$173–317
Drive, car ferry to Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport, fly, bus
1. Drive from Split to Dubrovnikcar
2. Take the car ferry from Dubrovnik to Port of Baricarferry
3. Fly from Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport (BRI) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane BRI - SOF
4. Take the bus from Sofia Airport Terminal 1 Bus Stop to Samokov Lidl Parking Lotbus
16h 40m
$97–258
Bus to Zadar Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the bus from Split Bus Station to Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvorbus
2. Fly from Zadar Airport (ZAD) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane ZAD - SOF
3. Take the bus from Sofia Airport Terminal 1 Bus Stop to Samokov Lidl Parking Lotbus
8h 19m
$118–395
Bus
1. Take the bus from Split Bus Station to Skopje, Transporten Centarbus
2. Take the bus from Skopje, Transporten Centar to Kyustendilbus
3. Take the bus from Kjustendil to Samokovbus
24h 45m
$84–113

Split Airport (SPU) to Sofia Airport (SOF) flights

7Weekly Planes

5h 34mAverage Duration

$58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 668.6 km
Duration: 8h 44m

What companies run services between Split, Croatia and Sofia, Bulgaria?

You can take a bus from Split Bus Station to Samokov via Herceg Novi, Jova Bijelića 1, Kumanovo, Kyustendil, and Kjustendil in around 17h 5m.

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