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

The cheapest way to get from Turkey to Sofia is to train which costs $15 - $25 and takes 15h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Turkey to Sofia is to fly which takes 4h 44m and costs $120 - $230.

Is there a direct train between Turkey and Sofia?

No, there is no direct train from Turkey to Sofia. However, there are services departing from Yenikapi and arriving at Sofia via Halkalı. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 19m.

How far is it from Turkey to Sofia?

The distance between Turkey and Sofia is 570 km. The road distance is 546.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Turkey to Sofia without a car is to bus which takes 8h 45m and costs $28.

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

It takes approximately 8h 45m to get from Turkey to Sofia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Turkey to Sofia train from?

Turkey to Sofia train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), depart from Halkalı station.

Train, bus or fly from Turkey to Sofia?

The best way to get from Turkey to Sofia is to bus which takes 8h 45m and costs $28. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $15 - $25 and takes 15h 19m, you could also fly, which costs $90 - $330 and takes 5h 10m.

What is the time difference between Turkey and Sofia?

Sofia is 1h behind Turkey. It is currently 11:26 AM in Turkey and 10:26 AM in Sofia.

Where does the Turkey to Sofia train arrive?

Turkey to Sofia train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), arrive at Sofia station.

Can I drive from Turkey to Sofia?

Yes, the driving distance between Turkey to Sofia is 547 km. It takes approximately 4h 55m to drive from Turkey to Sofia.

Where can I stay near Sofia?

There are 2074+ hotels available in Sofia.

Turkey to Sofia - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and Metro

There are 8 ways to get from Turkey to Sofia by bus, train, car, or plane

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 Istanbul Esenler to Sofia
8h 45m
$28
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Halkalı to Sofia
15h 19m
$16–25
Drive 546.7 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Sofia546.7 km
4h 55m
$87–125
Bus to Istanbul, fly
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Aksaray to Istanbul Airport Bus
2. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Sofia Airport (SOF)IST - SOF
5h 38m
$89–219
Bus via Esenler Otogar
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Büyük Otogari to Sofia Serdica Bus StationCitylines 19 / ...
10h 13m
$29–33
Fly from Antalya Airport
1. Fly from Antalya Airport (AYT) to Sofia Airport (SOF)AYT - SOF
5h 10m
$92–325
Fly from İzmir Adnan Menderes International Airport
1. Fly from İzmir Adnan Menderes International Airport (ADB) to Sofia Airport (SOF)ADB - SOF
4h 44m
$122–222
Metro to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Ayrılık Çeşmesi to Sabiha Gokcen Airport
2. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Sofia Airport (SOF)SAW - SOF
5h 25m

Istanbul (IST) to Sofia Airport (SOF) flights

21Weekly Planes

1h 18mAverage Duration

$72Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 570.4 km
Duration: 8h 45m

What companies run services between Turkey and Sofia, Bulgaria?

Luks Yonca operates a bus from Istanbul Esenler to Sofia once daily. Tickets cost $28 and the journey takes 7h 30m. Alternatively, Turkish Railways (TCDD) operates a train from Halkalı to Sofia once daily. Tickets cost $15–24 and the journey takes 13h 40m.

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