Sofia to Skopje bus

Thu, 12 Nov
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Sofia to Skopje

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 12 Nov
Cheapest price on 12 Nov
€26
Average ticket price on 12 Nov
€27
Fastest journey on 12 Nov
3 h 40 m
Average journey duration on 12 Nov
4 h 18 m
Buses on 12 Nov
4
Distance
174 km
Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Sofia to Skopje is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Sofia to Skopje will cost around €27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only €26.

Fast coaches

On Thu, 12 Nov, we found 4 buses from Sofia to Skopje, including 4 direct services.

These direct buses cover the 174 km distance in an average of 4 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .

The slowest buses will take 4 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

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  • Kaleia
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  • Citylines
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Sofia to Skopje

BulgariaBulgaria
North MacedoniaNorth Macedonia
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Take a bus from Sofia to Skopje and enjoy the approximately 174 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.

The earliest coach runs at 07:00, the last at 17:30.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from €159
Distance
174 km
First bus
7:00 AM
Last bus
5:30 PM
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from €159

Frequently asked questions about your Sofia to Skopje trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Sofia to Skopje.

The earliest coach from Sofia to Skopje leaves at 7:00 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Sofia to Skopje leaves at 5:30 pm.

Live departures

Sofia to Skopje bus times

The table below shows live departures for Sofia to Skopje coaches for today, Wednesday, 11 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Kaleia5:30 PM Sofia
4h00
9:30 PM Skopje0 changesdirect
Thursday, 12 November
Citylines7:00 AM Sofia
3h40
10:40 AM Skopje0 changesdirect
Matpu9:30 AM Sofia
4h45
2:15 PM Skopje0 changesdirect
Matpu4:00 PM Sofia
4h45
8:45 PM Skopje0 changesdirect

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FAQs: Sofia to Skopje coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sofia to Skopje by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Skopje, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Sofia and Skopje including taking a coach and flight.
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