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

The cheapest way to get from Van to Sofia is to bus and train which costs $45 - $90 and takes 43h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Van to Sofia is to fly which takes 7h 39m and costs $150 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Van and Sofia?

No, there is no direct bus from Van to Sofia. However, there are services departing from Van and arriving at Sofia via Istanbul Samandira Tesis. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 36h 19m.

How far is it from Van to Sofia?

The distance between Van and Sofia is 1765 km. The road distance is 2062.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Van to Sofia without a car is to bus and train which takes 30h 10m and costs $80 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 7h 39m to get from Van to Sofia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Van to Sofia bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Van to Sofia?

The best way to get from Van to Sofia is to fly which takes 7h 39m and costs $150 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $85 and takes 36h 19m.

Where does the Van to Sofia bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Van and Sofia?

Sofia is 1h behind Van. It is currently 10:45 PM in Van and 9:45 PM in Sofia.

Can I drive from Van to Sofia?

Yes, the driving distance between Van to Sofia is 2063 km. It takes approximately 24h 47m to drive from Van to Sofia.

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

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Where can I stay near Sofia?

There are 2130+ hotels available in Sofia.

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

There are 7 ways to get from Van to Sofia 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 Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane VAN - SOF
7h 39m
$155–606
Bus, train #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Van bus station to İstanbul Esenler bus stationbus FlixBus KK0122B
2. Take the train from Halkalı to Sofiatrain
43h 58m
$49–87
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Van to Yıldızelibus
2. Take the train from Yildizeli to Istanbul Söğütlüçeşmetrain Yht
3. Take the bus from Istanbul Esenler to Sofiabus
30h 10m
$82–102
Bus, train via Tatvan
1. Take the bus from Van bus station to Tatvan bus stationbus
2. Take the train from Tatvan to Sivastrain
3. Take the train from Sivas to Istanbul Söğütlüçeşmetrain Yht
4. Take the train from Halkalı to Sofiatrain
41h 51m
$71–113
Drive 2,062.9 km
1. Drive from Van to Sofiacar 2,062.9 km
24h 47m
$325–470
Bus
1. Take the bus from Van to Istanbul Samandira Tesisbus
2. Take the bus from Istanbul Samandira Tesis to Sofiabus
36h 19m
$50–84
Bus via Istanbul
1. Take the bus from Van bus station to İstanbul Esenler bus stationbus FlixBus KK0122B
2. Take the bus from Istanbul Büyük Otogari to Sofia Serdica Bus Stationbus Citylines 19 / ...
38h 20m
$62–96

Van to Sofia by bus

21Weekly Buses

38h 20mAverage Duration

$62Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 1,764.6 km
Duration: 7h 39m

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

Turkish Airlines flies from Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN) to Sofia Airport (SOF) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Van to Sofia via Istanbul Samandira Tesis in around 36h 19m.

Airlines