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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Sofia to Gjirokastër

Composite routes from Sofia to Gjirokastër

Cheapest
7 h 20 min
Car
632 km.
from $34
Other
13 h 45 min
394 km.
from $67.20
9 h 41 min
Bus, Plane
393 km.
from $10.87
11 h 40 min
394 km.
Select a ticket
12 h 19 min
Bus, Plane
393 km.
from $10.87

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Sofia to Thessaloniki
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.06–$41.69

Union Ivkoni

Phone:
07001 8282
Email:
booking@union-ivkoni.com
Website:
union-ivkoni.com/
Bus from Dupnitsa to Serres
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.84–$15.16
Bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Thessaloniki
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$15.16–$25.27
Bus from Sofia to Thessaloniki
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$13.90–$24.00

Citylines

Phone:
+3590885700870
Email:
support@citylines.eu
Website:
citylines.eu/
Bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Thessaloniki
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.21–$27.79

Traventuria

Phone:
+359 2 493 0191
Email:
info@traventuria.com
Website:
traventuria.com/
Bus from Sofia Alexander Nevski Cathedral to Dupnitsa
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$17.69–$25.27

Crazy Holidays

Phone:
+30 2310241545
Email:
crazy.holidays.tours@gmail.com
Website:
crazyholidays.gr/root.en.aspx
Bus from Thessaloníki to Gjirokastër
Ave. Duration:
7h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$49.27–$82.12

Liko & Kosta Tours

Phone:
+355 69 661 4303
Email:
likospartak@gmail.com
Website:
likokostatours.weebly.com/
Bus from Ioannina to Gjirokastër
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Bus from Thessaloníki to Gjirokastër
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
Twice a week

KTEL Serron

Phone:
+30 23210-22822
Email:
ktelserres@gmail.com
Website:
ktelserron.gr/
Bus from Dupnitsa to Serres
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$13.90–$20.21
Bus from Serres to Thessaloniki
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$7.58–$11.37

Tirana International Airport

Phone:
+355 52 22 55 39
Website:
tirana-airport.com/
Bus from Tirana Airport to Fier
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$9.48–$12.63

Linja të autobusëve Gjirafa

Phone:
+383 38 616 161
Email:
travel@gjirafa.com
Website:
gjirafa.com/Autobus
Bus from Fier to Gjirokastër
Ave. Duration:
1h 42m
Frequency:
Once daily

KTEL Ioanninon

Phone:
+30 26510 25014
Email:
ktelioa@otenet.gr
Website:
ktelioannina.gr/
Bus from Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station to Ioannina
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$30.32–$39.16

Airlines

Ulendo Airlink

Website:
flyulendo.com/
Plane from Sofia Airport to Rinas
Ave. Duration:
6h 47m
Frequency:
Friday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$31.58–$240.04

Aegean Airlines

Website:
en.aegeanair.com/
Plane from Sofia Airport to Ioannina
Ave. Duration:
7h 33m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$113.70–$517.98
Plane from Sofia Airport to Rinas
Ave. Duration:
6h 53m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.12–$694.85

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Sofia to Gjirokastër?

The cheapest way to get from Sofia to Gjirokastër is to bus via Thessaloníki which costs $54.35 - $92.39 and takes 13h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sofia to Gjirokastër?

The fastest way to get from Sofia to Gjirokastër is to drive which takes 7h 19m and costs $108.70 - $163.04 .

Is there a direct bus between Sofia and Gjirokastër?

No, there is no direct bus from Sofia to Gjirokastër. However, there are services departing from Sofia Alexander Nevski Cathedral and arriving at Gjirokastër via Dupnitsa, Serres, Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station and Ioannina. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 10m.

How far is it from Sofia to Gjirokastër?

The distance between Sofia and Gjirokastër is 664 km. The road distance is 633.2 km.

How do I travel from Sofia to Gjirokastër without a car?

The best way to get from Sofia to Gjirokastër without a car is to night bus and bus which takes 11h 10m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Sofia to Gjirokastër?

It takes approximately 11h 10m to get from Sofia to Gjirokastër, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Gjirokastër bus from?

Sofia to Gjirokastër bus services, operated by Traventuria, depart from Sofia Alexander Nevski Cathedral station.

Where does the Sofia to Gjirokastër bus arrive?

Sofia to Gjirokastër bus services, operated by Traventuria, arrive at Dupnitsa Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Sofia and Gjirokastër?

Gjirokastër is 1h behind Sofia. It is currently 09:49 in Sofia and 08:49 in Gjirokastër.

Can I drive from Sofia to Gjirokastër?

Yes, the driving distance between Sofia to Gjirokastër is 633 km. It takes approximately 7h 19m to drive from Sofia to Gjirokastër.

Where can I stay near Gjirokastër?

There are 508+ hotels available in Gjirokastër. Prices start at $21.21 per night.
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