Ankara to Sofia by bus
Travelling from Ankara to Sofia by bus takes about 18h 30m, run by Metro Turizm, ArdaTur. A quicker option we found is flight, at 7h 50m. The bus is still the cheapest.
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€44
18h 30m·1 transfer
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The journey, step by step
- 1busAnkara → Edirne
Metro Turizm - 2busEdirne → Sofia
ArdaTur
bus or flight?
| Transport | Price | Duration | Transfers |
|---|---|---|---|
| bus | €44 | 18h 30m | 1 transfer |
| flight | €158 | 7h 50m | 1 transfer |
All rows come from the same recent route search. Exact fares depend on your travel date.
Ankara to Sofia by bus: common questions
How long does Ankara to Sofia take by bus?
About 18h 30m, 1 transfer.
How much is a bus ticket from Ankara to Sofia?
The best price in our latest check was €44. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the bus from Ankara to Sofia?
Metro Turizm, ArdaTur. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the bus or the flight better?
The flight is faster at 7h 50m. The bus wins on price.
Where else this route goes
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