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National Archaeological Museum
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Alanya to Sofia
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 19 Sept
Cheapest price on 19 Sept
£57
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£57
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
1 d 4 h
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
1 d 4 h
Buses on 19 Sept
1
Distance
1009 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Alanya to Sofia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alanya to Sofia will cost around £57 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £57.
Fast coaches
On Sat 19 Sept, we found 1 buses from Alanya to Sofia, including 1 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 1009 km distance in an average of 1 d 4 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 4 h .
The slowest buses will take 1 d 4 h 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.
12:3028h00Alanya16:30Sofia£571One-way0 changes
- 12:3028h00Alanya16:30Sofia£571One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Alanya to Sofia
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Alanya to Sofia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £67 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 50m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £67, while a flight costs an average of £111.
Distance: 1009 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Driving |
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£67 Average Price Cheapest | £111 Average Price | £170 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
25h 45m Average total duration 25h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 15h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Alanya to Sofia is a coach with an average price of £67.
This is compared to other travel options from Alanya to Sofia:
A coach is £44 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Alanya to Sofia costing on average £111.
The fastest way to travel from Alanya to Sofia is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 50m.
Other travel options to Sofia take longer:
Coach takes on average 25h 15m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Alanya and Sofia including taking a coach and flight.
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 £67 compared to roughly £170 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £103. The journey takes 25h 15m versus 15h 40m 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.
Live departures
Alanya to Sofia bus times
The table below shows live departures for Alanya to Sofia coaches for today, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 12:30 Alanya | 28h00 | 16:30 Sofia | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Alanya to Sofia coaches with Omio?
FlixBus as well as Alanyalılar Turizm or Güney Akdeniz Seyahat offer coaches services from Alanya to Sofia.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Alanya to Sofia.
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Alanyalılar Turizm or Güney Akdeniz Seyahat to find the best option for your trip from Alanya to Sofia.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Alanya to Sofia.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Alanya to Sofia.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Alanya to Sofia
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Buses from Alanya to Sofia run on average 1 times per day, taking around 25h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £61 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 11:00, the last at 15:30. The fastest coach covers the 1009 km distance in 28h 0m.
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
Distance 1009 km |
Average bus duration 25h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £61 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 28h 0m |
First bus 11:00 |
Last bus 15:30 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Best time to book 1 day |
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
Bus providers: FlixBus, Alanyalılar Turizm, Güney Akdeniz Seyahat from Alanya to SofiaYou can travel by bus between Alanya to Sofia with FlixBus, Alanyalılar Turizm, Güney Akdeniz Seyahat for as low as £61. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixBus Duration
28h 0m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
£61
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
Alanyalılar Turizm
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Alanyalılar Turizm Duration
21h 0m
Cheapest Alanyalılar Turizm Price
£41
Alanyalılar Turizm frequency
1 a day
Güney Akdeniz Seyahat
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Güney Akdeniz Seyahat Duration
30h 45m
Cheapest Güney Akdeniz Seyahat Price
£56
Güney Akdeniz Seyahat frequency
1 a day
Complete guide to Sofia
Things to do in Sofia
Discover the best of Sofia — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Sofia trip today.
- Recommended
Sofia History Museum
Set in the former mineral baths, this museum presents Sofia’s urban development, daily life and civic history in a striking historic building.
- Recommended
National Gallery at the Palace
A major national gallery in a former royal palace, showing Bulgarian art from past centuries to modern works in grand historic interiors.
- Must visit
Vitosha Boulevard
A broad pedestrian boulevard lined with landmarks, shops and public buildings. It is Sofia’s main walking route for sightseeing and people-watching.
- Recommended
Independence Square
A central square between key institutions and churches, with Roman remains nearby. It is a useful starting point for exploring historic Sofia on foot.
- Recommended
Borisova Gradina
A city garden at the foot of Vitosha Mountain, popular for walks, concerts and open views. It offers a relaxed local atmosphere beyond the busiest centre.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Shopska salata
Shopska salad of tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers and sirene cheese. A national staple closely linked with Bulgarian home cooking and rakia.
- Vegetarian
Banitsa
Banitsa is a flaky pastry pie with eggs and white cheese, baked for breakfast and festive occasions. It is one of Bulgaria’s most familiar comfort foods.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Tarator
Tarator is a cold yoghurt soup with cucumber, dill, garlic and walnuts. It is a classic summer dish in Bulgaria, especially refreshing in Sofia’s heat.
Cosmos
Stylish restaurant focused on Bulgarian ingredients and contemporary presentation, with a refined dining room suited to a special meal.
Pod Lipite
Traditional Bulgarian restaurant in a historic setting, known for regional dishes, folk-style interiors and a polished but welcoming atmosphere.
Hadjidraganovite kashti
Long-established Bulgarian venue serving grills, salads and classic national dishes in a lively, rustic tavern atmosphere near the city centre.
Bulgarian lev (лв.)
Budget-friendly for Europe: hotels, meals and public transport are cheaper than in many EU capitals, though central areas and upscale venues cost more.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- 12-20 лв. for fast food or street food.
- Mid-range
- 25-45 лв. per person for a meal.
- Fine dining
- 80+ лв. per person for upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- 4-6 лв. for cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Round up in cafés and taxis. In restaurants, 5-10% is usual for good service if not already included.
Sofia2Go
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Prices
- Single ticket
- €0.80
- Day pass
- €2.00
To the city centre
Sofia, Centralna Avtogara -> Serdika, Sofia
- Distance
- 2.5 km
- Travel time
- 9 min
- Tap a bank card or device directly on buses, trams, trolleybuses and metro gates; the system caps contactless fares at the day-pass price.
- For the city centre from Centralna Avtogara, use Metro M2 from Central Railway Station/Bus Station to Serdika; it is usually the quickest public transport option.
FAQs: Alanya to Sofia coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alanya to Sofia 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 Sofia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Alanya to Sofia can start from as little as £61 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Alanya to Sofia is £67; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Alanya to Sofia is 28h 0m to travel the 1009 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Alanya to Sofia leaves at 11:00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Alanya to Sofia leaves at 15:30.
There are 1 coaches a day from Alanya to Sofia which require at least one change with FlixBus, Alanyalılar Turizm, Güney Akdeniz Seyahat. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Alanya to Sofia, you can count on FlixBus, Alanyalılar Turizm, Güney Akdeniz Seyahat for the best way to get you to Sofia. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Alanya and Sofia and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Sofia from Alanya is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 28h 0m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Alanya to Sofia is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Alanya and Sofia including taking a coach and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Alanya to Sofia:
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Alanya to Sofia for coach company FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Alanya to Sofia depends on the coach companies:
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company FlixBus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Alanya to Sofia.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Alanya to Sofia:
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Alanya to Sofia:
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Alanya to Sofia. The following conditions apply:
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Alanya to Sofia with the following coach company: FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Alanya to Sofia with the following coach company: FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Alanya to Sofia with the following coach company: FlixBus.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Alanya and Sofia
Most Alanya to Sofia buses use the Alanya, Otogarı to София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) station pair. Use this guide to compare Alanya and Sofia bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Alanya
Arrival bus stations in Sofia
Which Alanya station do buses to Sofia leave from?
Buses from Alanya to Sofia leave from Alanya, Otogarı. The station is 2 km from Alanya city centre at Kızlar Pınarı, Alanya Otogarı, 07460 Alanya/Antalya, Türkiye.
Alanya, OtogarıKızlar Pınarı, Alanya Otogarı, 07460 Alanya/Antalya, Türkiye
City-centre transport
Getting to Alanya, Otogarı from Alanya city centre
Alanya, Otogarı is 2 km from Alanya city centre. Public transport options include:
Shuttle4m · £0.90
Alanya, Otogarı bus station facilities and services
Alanya, Otogarı has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Several food stalls are available.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Alanya, Otogarı. ATMs are near the entrance, operated by major banks.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Alanya, Otogarı.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Alanya, Otogarı: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Alanya, Otogarı: Wheelchair ramps and assistance available upon request.
София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)
City-centre transport
Getting to София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) from Sofia city centre
Bus78 · 13m · every ~5 min
Subway2 · 3m · £0.90 · every ~20 min
M2 · 4m · every ~16 min
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