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

The cheapest way to get from Trieste to Sofia is to bus via Ljubljana which costs $50 - $110 and takes 17h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Trieste to Sofia is to fly which takes 8h 15m and costs $95 - $340.

Is there a direct bus between Trieste and Sofia?

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 Sofia?

The distance between Trieste and Sofia is 1013 km. The road distance is 1010.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Trieste to Sofia without a car is to bus which takes 14h and costs $103.

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

The bus from Trieste to Sofia takes 14h including transfers and departs twice a week.

Where do I catch the Trieste to Sofia bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Trieste to Sofia?

The best way to get from Trieste to Sofia is to bus which takes 14h and costs $103. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $95 - $340 and takes 8h 15m.

Where does the Trieste to Sofia bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Trieste and Sofia?

Sofia is 1h ahead of Trieste. It is currently 1:13 PM in Trieste and 2:13 PM in Sofia.

Can I drive from Trieste to Sofia?

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

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

Book your Trieste to Sofia bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Sofia?

There are 2108+ hotels available in Sofia.

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

There are 8 ways to get from Trieste to Sofia by bus, car, shuttle, plane, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Trieste to Sofiabus
14h
$103
Bus via Ljubljana
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Trieste to Ljubljana bus stationbus N907 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ljubljana bus station to Sofiabus N981
17h 34m
$53–102
Drive 1,010.2 km
1. Drive from Trieste to Sofiacar 1,010.2 km
9h 21m
$183–264
Shuttle to Ljubljana, fly
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 51m
$118–432
Fly from Trieste – Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport
1. Fly from Trieste – Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport (TRS) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane TRS - SOF
8h 15m
$97–331
Shuttle to Venice Marco Polo Airport, fly
1. Take a shuttle bus from Trieste Centrale to Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Veneziashuttle
2. Fly from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane VCE - SOF
8h 33m
$102–497
Train, train to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Trieste Centrale to Venezia Mestretrain
2. Take the train from Venezia Mestre to Bologna Centraletrain
3. Fly from Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane BLQ - SOF
8h 50m
$84–343
Shuttle, shuttle to Vienna International Airport, fly
1. Take a shuttle bus from Trieste Centrale to Zgornji Brnik, Letališče Jožeta Pučnika Ljubljanashuttle
2. Take a shuttle bus from Zgornji Brnik, Letališče Jožeta Pučnika Ljubljana to Wien Hbfshuttle
3. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane VIE - SOF
8h 53m
$125–1,057

Trieste to Sofia by bus

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14hAverage Duration

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Trieste to Sofia.

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Distance: 1,013.3 km
Duration: 14h

What companies run services between Trieste, Italy and Sofia, Bulgaria?

M&M Travel operates a bus from Trieste to Sofia twice a week. Tickets cost $103 and the journey takes 14h. Alternatively, ITA Airways, Bulgaria Air, and Ryanair fly from Trieste – Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport (TRS) to Sofia Airport (SOF) once daily.

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