How to travel from Sofia to Katerini

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Compare bus for Sofia to Katerini

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Sofia to Katerini among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $45 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 6h 48m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $45, while a bus costs an average of $45.

Distance: 172 miles (278 km)

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$45

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$104

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6h 48m

Average total duration

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6h 18m

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4h 16m

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The cheapest way to travel from Sofia to Katerini is a bus with an average price of $45 (€37).
The fastest way to travel from Sofia to Katerini is by bus with an average journey time of 6h 48m.
Yes, you can take a bus between Sofia and Katerini.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Sofia to Katerini among Omio's users.

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from Sofia to Katerini

How to get from Sofia to Katerini by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Sofia to Katerini is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Union Ivkoni International
    7:30 AM6h45
    Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика)
    2:15 PMKaterini, Nikolaos Dikas - KTEL (Κατερίνης, Νικόλαος Δίκας - ΚΤΕΛ)
    $431One-way
    0 transfers

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  • Union Ivkoni International
    7:30 AM6h45
    Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика)
    2:15 PMKaterini, Nikolaos Dikas - KTEL (Κατερίνης, Νικόλαος Δίκας - ΚΤΕΛ)
    $431One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • ArdaTur7435548
    5:00 PM6h30
    Sofia
    11:30 PMKaterini
    $461One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Sofia to Katerini

Travel to Katerini easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Sofia to Katerini.

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You can travel between Sofia and Katerini by bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Sofia to Katerini is a bus with an average price of $45 (€37).
The fastest way to travel from Sofia to Katerini is by bus with an average journey time of 6h 48m.
The distance from Sofia to Katerini is approximately 172 miles (278 km).
The average frequency per day from Sofia to Katerini is:
  • Around 4 flights per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Sofia and Katerini as scheduled services by bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Sofia to Katerini:
  • Flights mostly depart from Sofia Airport and arrive in Thessaloniki International Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Sofia (София) and arrive in Κατερίνη (Katerini).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Sofia to Katerini, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Union Ivkoni International, ArdaTur, Infobus, Citylines to go to Katerini by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Sofia to Katerini:
  • 2 direct buses per day with Union Ivkoni International, ArdaTur, Infobus.
Omio customers who travel from Sofia to Katerini often also extend their vacation to go to Thessaloniki, Athens, Larissa, Paralia, Volos. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Katerini and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Katerini to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

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