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

The cheapest way to get from Albania to Sofia is to bus which costs $47 and takes 11h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Albania to Sofia is to drive which takes 6h 35m and costs $75 - $120.

Is there a direct bus between Albania and Sofia?

No, there is no direct bus from Albania to Sofia. However, there are services departing from Kulla E Sahatit, Tiranë and arriving at Sofia via Tirana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 20m.

How far is it from Albania to Sofia?

The distance between Albania and Sofia is 451 km. The road distance is 435 km.

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

The best way to get from Albania to Sofia without a car is to bus which takes 11h 20m and costs $47.

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

It takes approximately 11h 20m to get from Albania to Sofia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Albania to Sofia bus from?

Albania to Sofia bus services, operated by Nela Travel Tours, depart from Tirana station.

Bus or fly from Albania to Sofia?

The best way to get from Albania to Sofia is to bus which takes 11h 20m and costs $47. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $65 - $170 and takes 6h 53m.

Where does the Albania to Sofia bus arrive?

Albania to Sofia bus services, operated by Nela Travel Tours, arrive at Sofia station.

What is the time difference between Albania and Sofia?

Sofia is 1h ahead of Albania. It is currently 2:00 AM in Albania and 3:00 AM in Sofia.

Can I drive from Albania to Sofia?

Yes, the driving distance between Albania to Sofia is 435 km. It takes approximately 6h 35m to drive from Albania to Sofia.

Where can I stay near Sofia?

There are 2061+ hotels available in Sofia.

Albania to Sofia - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Albania to Sofia by bus, 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 Tirana to Sofia
11h 20m
$47
Bus via Skopje
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tirana, Terminali Lindor I Autobusave to Skopje, Transporten Centar
2. Take the bus from Skopje, Transporten Centar to Sofia
12h 5m
$36–63
Drive 435 km
1. Drive from Tirana to Sofia435 km
6h 35m
$79–114
Fly
1. Fly from Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza (TIA) to Sofia Airport (SOF)TIA - SOF
6h 53m
$66–167

Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza (TIA) to Sofia Airport (SOF) flights

11Weekly Planes

5h 38mAverage Duration

$57Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 451 km
Duration: 11h 20m

What companies run services between Albania and Sofia, Bulgaria?

Nela Travel Tours operates a bus from Tirana to Sofia 3 times a week. Tickets cost $47 and the journey takes 10h. Alternatively, Ryanair, Ulendo Airlink, and two other airlines fly from Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza (TIA) to Sofia Airport (SOF) twice daily.

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