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7:006h00Skopje13:00Sofia£221One-way0 changes
17:306h00Skopje23:30Sofia£241One-way0 changes
- 7:006h00Skopje13:00Sofia£221One-way0 changes
- 17:306h00Skopje23:30Sofia£241One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Skopje to Sofia
The cheapest option from Skopje to Sofia is coach, with an average price of £23. Omio recommends booking the bus, as it is the most popular option from Skopje to Sofia among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 174 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£23 Average Price Cheapest option | £329 Average Price |
5h 32m Average total duration Fastest option 5h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 51m Average total duration 13h 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Skopje to Sofia bus times
The table below shows live departures for Skopje to Sofia coaches for tomorrow, Friday 3 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 7:00 Skopje | 6h00 | 13:00 Sofia | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:30 Skopje | 6h00 | 23:30 Sofia | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Skopje to Sofia by coach or flight
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Why should you book Skopje to Sofia coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs City Lines?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for City Lines, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus, Citylines or Kaleia to find the best option for your trip from Skopje 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 City Lines with all available travel options, which are bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Skopje to Sofia.
Why book with Omio over Busbud or Checkmybus?
- Official reseller: City Lines tickets can only be bought on Omio or City Lines's website as Omio is the only official third party seller for City Lines tickets. Busbud or Checkmybus do not sell City Lines tickets as they are not official sellers.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Skopje to Sofia.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Skopje to Sofia
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Typically, there are 1 buses per day from Skopje to Sofia, including 1 direct buses, taking around 5h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 07:00, the last at 17:30. The fastest coach covers the 174 km distance in 6h 0m.
Distance 174 km |
Average bus duration 5h 2m |
Lowest ticket price £22 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 6h 0m |
First bus 7:00 |
Last bus 17:30 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 63 days |
Bus providers: City Lines, FlixBus, Citylines, Kaleia from Skopje to SofiaYou can travel by bus between Skopje to Sofia with City Lines, FlixBus, Citylines, Kaleia for as low as £22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Skopje to Sofia coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Skopje 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.
- City Lines
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- City Lines
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 20% fee.
- 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.
- City Lines
- One carry-on bag up to 8kg (55x35x25) and one checked bag up to 25kg (70x50x30).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- City Lines
- 10€ per additional bag up to 25 kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- City Lines
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Skopje and Sofia
Most Skopje to Sofia buses use the Skopje, Transporten Centar (Скопjе, Транспортен Центар) to Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) station pair. Use this guide to compare Skopje and Sofia bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Skopje station do buses to Sofia leave from?
Getting to Skopje, Transporten Centar (Скопjе, Транспортен Центар) from Skopje city centre
Skopje, Transporten Centar (Скопjе, Транспортен Центар) is 1 km from Skopje city centre. Public transport options include:
Skopje, Transporten Centar (Скопjе, Транспортен Центар) bus station facilities and services
Skopje, Transporten Centar (Скопjе, Транспортен Центар) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bakery (in the station), Fast-food Outlet (in the station)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Skopje, Transporten Centar (Скопjе, Транспортен Центар).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Skopje, Transporten Centar (Скопjе, Транспортен Центар): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Skopje, Transporten Centar (Скопjе, Транспортен Центар): Elevators, ramps.
Which Sofia station do buses from Skopje arrive at?
Getting to Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) from Sofia city centre
Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) is 1 km from Sofia city centre. Public transport options include:
Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) bus station facilities and services
Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара): Elevators, ramps.
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