What is the cheapest way to get from Trieste to Bulgaria?

The cheapest way to get from Trieste to Bulgaria is to bus via Ljubljana which costs $75 - $140 and takes 17h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Trieste to Bulgaria?

The fastest way to get from Trieste to Bulgaria is to fly which takes 7h 40m and costs $85 - $250.

Is there a direct bus between Trieste and Bulgaria?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Trieste and arriving at Sofia. Services depart twice a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 14h.

How far is it from Trieste to Bulgaria?

The distance between Trieste and Bulgaria is 907 km. The road distance is 1010.2 km.

How do I travel from Trieste to Bulgaria without a car?

The best way to get from Trieste to Bulgaria without a car is to bus which takes 14h and costs $101.

How long does it take to get from Trieste to Bulgaria?

It takes approximately 7h 40m to get from Trieste to Bulgaria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Trieste to Bulgaria bus from?

Trieste to Bulgaria bus services, operated by M&M Travel, depart from Trieste station.

Bus or fly from Trieste to Bulgaria?

The best way to get from Trieste to Bulgaria is to fly which takes 7h 40m and costs $85 - $250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $101 and takes 14h.

Where does the Trieste to Bulgaria bus arrive?

Trieste to Bulgaria bus services, operated by M&M Travel, arrive at Sofia station.

What is the time difference between Trieste and Bulgaria?

Bulgaria is 1h ahead of Trieste. It is currently 1:25 PM in Trieste and 2:25 PM in Bulgaria.

Can I drive from Trieste to Bulgaria?

Yes, the driving distance between Trieste to Bulgaria is 1010 km. It takes approximately 9h 21m to drive from Trieste to Bulgaria.

How do I get a bus ticket from Trieste to Bulgaria?

Book your Trieste to Bulgaria bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Bulgaria?

There are 2151+ hotels available in Bulgaria.

Trieste to Bulgaria - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and shuttle

There are 7 ways to get from Trieste to Bulgaria by plane, bus, car, shuttle, or train

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

Fly Trieste – Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport to Sofia Airport
best
1. Fly from Trieste – Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport (TRS) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane TRS - SOF
7h 40m
$89–249
Bus via Ljubljana
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Trieste to Ljubljana bus stationbus 402 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ljubljana bus station to Sofiabus N981
17h 53m
$78–133
Bus
1. Take the bus from Trieste to Sofiabus
14h
$101
Drive 1,010.2 km
1. Drive from Trieste to Sofiacar 1,010.2 km
9h 21m
$183–264
Shuttle to Ljubljana, fly to Sofia Airport
1. Take a shuttle bus from Trieste Centrale to Zgornji Brnik, Letališče Jožeta Pučnika Ljubljanashuttle
2. Fly from Ljubljana (LJU) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane LJU - SOF
8h 1m
$116–567
Shuttle to Klagenfurt Airport, fly to Sofia Airport
1. Take a shuttle bus from Trieste Centrale to Klagenfurt Flughafenshuttle
2. Fly from Klagenfurt Airport (KLU) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane KLU - SOF
9h 35m
$273–1,027
Train to Treviso Airport, fly to Bucharest Otopeni, shuttle
1. Take the train from Trieste Centrale to Treviso Centraletrain
2. Fly from Treviso Airport (TSF) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)plane TSF - OTP
3. Take a shuttle bus from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Ruseshuttle
9h 15m
$179–529

Trieste to Bulgaria by bus

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14hAverage Duration

$101Cheapest Price

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Distance: 906.8 km
Duration: 7h 40m

What companies run services between Trieste, Italy and Bulgaria?

ITA Airways, Bulgaria Air, and two other airlines fly from Trieste – Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport (TRS) to Sofia Airport (SOF) 4 times a day. Alternatively, M&M Travel operates a bus from Trieste to Sofia twice a week. Tickets cost $101 and the journey takes 14h.

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