How to travel from Venice to Sofia

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Compare bus and flight for Venice to Sofia

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Venice to Sofia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $105 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 36m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $105, while a flight costs an average of $193.

Distance: 577 miles (929 km)

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$105

Average price

Cheapest

$193

Average price

$232

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

19h 19m

Average total duration

18h 49m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 36m

Average total duration

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2h 36m

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2h 0m

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11h 7m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Union Ivkoni International

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Buzz

Most popular airline

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The cheapest way to travel from Venice to Sofia is a bus with an average price of $105.

This is compared to other travel options from Venice to Sofia:

A bus is $88 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Venice to Sofia costing on average $193.

The fastest way to travel from Venice to Sofia is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 36m.

Other travel options to Sofia take longer:

Bus takes on average 19h 19m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Venice and Sofia including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Venice to Sofia among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around $105 compared to roughly $232 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $127. The journey takes 18h 49m versus 11h 7m 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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from Venice to Sofia

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    4:00 PM27h00
    Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti
    8:00 PMСофия, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)
    $651One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    4:00 PM27h00
    Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti
    8:00 PMСофия, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)
    $651One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • Union Ivkoni International
    7:00 PM18h30
    Venezia, Viale Stazione (Mestre Stazione - fermata ATVO)
    2:30 PMSofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика)
    $931One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    4:45 PM26h15
    Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione)
    8:00 PMСофия, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)
    $661One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    7:30 PM27h15
    Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione)
    11:45 PMСофия, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)
    $711One-way
    1 transfer
  • Union Ivkoni International
    8:45 PM18h45
    Venezia, Viale Stazione (Mestre Stazione - fermata ATVO)
    4:30 PMSofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика)
    $931One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Venice to Sofia

Travel to Sofia 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 Venice to Sofia.

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There are 2 options to travel between Venice and Sofia including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Venice to Sofia is a bus with an average price of $105.

This is compared to other travel options from Venice to Sofia:

A bus is $88 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Venice to Sofia costing on average $193.

The fastest way to travel from Venice to Sofia is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 36m.

Other travel options to Sofia take longer:

Bus takes on average 19h 19m.

The distance from Venice to Sofia is approximately 577 miles (929 km).
The average frequency per day from Venice to Sofia is:
  • Around 45 flights per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Venice to Sofia:
  • Flights mostly depart from Venice Marco Polo Airport and arrive in Sofia Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) and arrive in София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Venice to Sofia, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Buzz, Austrian Airlines, Air Serbia, ITA to go to Sofia by flight.
  • Travel with Union Ivkoni International, FlixBus to go to Sofia by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Venice to Sofia with the following travel companies:
  • 0 direct flights per day with Buzz.
  • 0 direct buses per day with Union Ivkoni International.
Omio customers who travel from Venice to Sofia often also extend their vacation to go to Istanbul, Plovdiv, Belgrade, Thessaloniki, Bucharest. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Sofia and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Sofia to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Sofia, you can enjoy a leisurely walk or outdoor activities in Borisova Gradina, visit the Sofia Zoo to see a wide variety of animals, and learn about the city's past at the Sofia History Museum. Explore ancient Roman ruins at the Serdika Archaeological Complex or experience world-class performances at the Sofia Opera and Ballet. Don't miss the stunning Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, vibrant Vitosha Boulevard, and the National Palace of Culture. Visit the Boyana Church for its medieval frescoes and explore the Sofia Central Mineral Baths, a historic site with beautiful architecture.
Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in Sofia allows visitors to explore its main attractions, such as Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Vitosha Boulevard, and the National Palace of Culture, while also enjoying the local cuisine and culture.

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