How to get to Kiten from Sofia

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Compare coach and flight for Sofia to Kiten

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Sofia to Kiten among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £20 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 28m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.4 - 0.9kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, while a flight costs an average of £268.

Distance: 369 km

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£20

Average Price

Cheapest

£268

Average Price

£63

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

7h 25m

Average total duration

6h 55m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 28m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 28m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

4h 22m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.4 - 0.9kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

1.1 - 2.2kg

CO2 emissions

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CO2 emissions

Union Ivkoni International

Most popular bus company

Austrian Airlines

Most popular airline

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Sofia to Kiten is a coach with an average price of £20.

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

A coach is £248 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Sofia to Kiten costing on average £268.

The fastest way to travel from Sofia to Kiten is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 28m.

Other travel options to Kiten take longer:

Coach takes on average 7h 25m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Sofia and Kiten 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 £20 compared to roughly £63 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £43. The journey takes 6h 55m versus 4h 22m 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 Sofia to Kiten

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • Union Ivkoni
    10:007h31
    Sofia
    17:31Kiten
    £181One-way
    0 changes

Cheapest

  • Union Ivkoni
    10:007h31
    Sofia
    17:31Kiten
    £181One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • Union Ivkoni
    10:007h31
    Sofia
    17:31Kiten
    £181One-way
    0 changes

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Best day trips from Kiten by bus

The most popular day trips by bus from Kiten are Burgas, Sozopol, Primorsko, Tsarevo and Lozenets. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Kiten on Omio.

A view of Burgas

Day trip from Kiten to Burgas by bus

Why visit Burgas for the day?

Burgas is a Black Sea city known for its port, beaches and the long Sea Garden along the waterfront. It feels practical and relaxed, with nearby salt lakes and a local cultural scene adding to its character.

A view of Sozopol

Day trip from Kiten to Sozopol by bus

Why visit Sozopol for the day?

Sozopol is one of Bulgaria’s oldest Black Sea towns, known for its old wooden houses and rocky peninsula. Ancient history, small beaches and a relaxed summer atmosphere give it a historic yet easy-going character.

A view of Primorsko

Day trip from Kiten to Primorsko by bus

Why visit Primorsko for the day?

Primorsko is a Black Sea resort town known for its wide sandy beaches and busy summer atmosphere. Nearby nature, including the Ropotamo Reserve, gives it a calmer side beyond the seafront.

A view of Tsarevo

Day trip from Kiten to Tsarevo by bus

Why visit Tsarevo for the day?

Tsarevo is a small Black Sea town in south-eastern Bulgaria, known for its beaches and easy-going summer atmosphere. Close to Strandzha Nature Park, it combines seaside holidays with a sense of the region’s fishing heritage and rural character.

A view of Lozenets

Day trip from Kiten to Lozenets by bus

Why visit Lozenets for the day?

Lozenets is a small Black Sea resort in south-east Bulgaria known for its sandy beach and laid-back summer feel. Formerly a fishing village, it combines seaside holidays with a quieter atmosphere than larger coastal towns.

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FAQs: Sofia to Kiten

Travel to Kiten 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 Kiten.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Sofia and Kiten including taking a coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Sofia to Kiten is a coach with an average price of £20.

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

A coach is £248 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Sofia to Kiten costing on average £268.

The fastest way to travel from Sofia to Kiten is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 28m.

Other travel options to Kiten take longer:

Coach takes on average 7h 25m.

The Sofia to Kiten distance is approximately 369 km.
The average frequency per day from Sofia to Kiten is:
  • Around 3 coaches per day.
  • Around 2 flights per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Sofia to Kiten:
  • Flights mostly depart from Sofia Airport and arrive in Burgas Airport.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) and arrive in Kiten, Avtogara (Китен, Автогара).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Sofia to Kiten, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Union Ivkoni International to go to Kiten by coach.
  • Travel with Air Baltic, Bulgaria Air, Austrian Airlines to go to Kiten by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Sofia to Kiten with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct coaches per day with Union Ivkoni International.
  • 1 direct flights per day with Bulgaria Air.
Omio customers who travel from Sofia to Kiten often also extend their vacation to go to Burgas, Yambol, Plovdiv, Varna, Sunny Beach. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Kiten and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Sofia to Kiten, you can choose from several travel options including coach and flight.

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