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Compare bus for Katerini to Sofia
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Katerini to Sofia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $46 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 6h 43m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $46, while a bus costs an average of $46.
Distance: 172 miles (278 km)
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Most popular Bus | Driving |
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$46 Average price Cheapest | $101 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 43m Average total duration Fastest 6h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $46 compared to roughly $101 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $55. The journey takes 6h 13m versus 4h 25m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
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Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Katerini to Sofia is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
8:15 PM5h45Katerini2:00 AMSofia$431One-way0 transfers
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8:15 PM5h45Katerini2:00 AMSofia$431One-way0 transfers
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8:15 PM5h45Katerini2:00 AMSofia$431One-way0 transfers
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- Around 2 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Katerini and Sofia as scheduled services by bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Buses mostly depart from Katerini, Nikolaos Dikas - KTEL (Κατερίνης, Νικόλαος Δίκας - ΚΤΕΛ) and arrive in Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика).
- Travel with ArdaTur, Union Ivkoni International, Infobus, LikeBus, FlixBus, Euroticket, LikeBus to go to Sofia by bus.
- 2 direct buses per day with ArdaTur, Union Ivkoni International, Infobus, LikeBus, FlixBus, Euroticket, LikeBus.
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