Private car transfer from Skopje to Sofia

Door-to-door
in 3 h 40 min
From €79
per seat
Comfortable
car
One way
One way
Cancel for free 24 hours before departure
Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice 2024
Excellent

Trip Information

Pick-up

Your driver will meet you at your address in Skopje.

  • Door-to-door service
  • Help with your luggage

Trip

You’ll travel in comfort for 3 h 40 min.

  • Optional sight-seeing
  • Clean, comfortable car
  • Professional driver
  • Bottled water
  • Child seats
  • Prepared for handicapped
  • Smoke-free
  • Pet friendly

Drop-off

Your driver will drop you off at your address in Sofia.

  • Door-to-door service
  • Help with your luggage
In total
242 km3 h 40 min

Questions & Answers about Traveling from Skopje to Sofia

How much is the bus from Skopje to Sofia?
The most popular bus leaving from the Skopje bus station costs $13-$28, and takes 4 hours and 40 minutes. The bus arrives at the Serdika bus station, and travelers can get their bus ticket online through many of the bus companies, or purchase it at the station.
Is there public transport from Skopje to Sofia?
Yes, there are public transport options on this route. Travelers can either take a bus or a combination of a bus and train between the two cities. The bus route is the more direct option and takes 4 hours and 40 minutes.
How much is a taxi from Skopje to Sofia?
Taxis on this route can vary in cost depending on the company and the amount of luggage you travel with, but in general, this route will cost $150-$180. For a more luxurious experience, consider a private transfer with Daytrip and enjoy optional sightseeing stops.
How far is Skopje from Sofia Airport?
Skopje is about 158 miles (254 km) from Sofia Airport, which takes about 3.5 hours by car. With a Daytrip private transfer, you can turn the journey into an adventure with optional sightseeing stops on the way to Bulgaria's busiest airport.
How do I get from Skopje to Sofia?
The best way to get from Skopje to Sofia is to take a Daytrip private car transfer. This seamless door-to-door service beats the travel time of the fastest bus route. Travelers will enjoy a comfortable ride in a luxurious car with a friendly, professional driver.
Can you get a train from Skopje to Sofia?
No, however, you can take the bus or elevate your travel experience further with a Daytrip private car transfer. Enjoy a comfortable door-to-door trip in a luxurious car with a professional driver, and explore on the way with optional sightseeing stops.

Visit these sights on the way

Osogovo Monastery

Osogovo Monastery

Along with its striking murals, this peaceful monastery also hosts aspiring artists and architects.Β Artistic ParadiseΒ 

Rila Monastery

Rila Monastery

This art-covered UNESCO World Heritage Site embodies Bulgaria's history and heritage. Β The Treasure of BulgariaΒ 

The Goritsa Waterfall

The Goritsa Waterfall

This picturesque cascade bears the name of the girl who leapt from a cliff rather than be separated from her true love.Β Falling for LoveΒ 

Krakra Fortress

Krakra Fortress

This ancient fortress was a stalwart defender of Bulgaria.Β Beware Byzantine Invaders!Β 

Good to know

Children

If you’re traveling with children, make sure to let us know in the booking so we can get the appropriate child seats ready!

Pets

Pets are allowed (and loved)! We just need to know beforehand. You can tell us about them in the next phase of the booking.

Tips

Gratuity isn’t included or required, but if you really enjoyed your trip, you can show your driver your appreciation with an optional tip (10% is sufficient).

Luggage

  • Big luggage
  • 29x21x11 inches
  • 74x53x28 cm
  • Small luggage
  • 22x14x9 inches
  • 56x36x23 cm

Each passenger is allowed to have one checked bag and one carry on. If you’re traveling with more bags or oversized luggage, you can adjust this while booking.

Payment methods

Pay by credit card online, or in cash directly to your driver!

Frequently Asked Questions

If you have any questions, here are the answers.
Daytrip is a platform that connects you with local drivers who will transport you door-to-door, from one city to the next. We also give you the opportunity to explore sights/attractions along the way. We drive, you discover.
Yes! A return trip will take you back to your city of origin in the same size car in which you arrived. Return trips can be booked for the any day. You can also add customized sightseeing stops separately for each trip! Don’t worry if you don’t know your exact address at the time of booking - you’ll have the opportunity to update us closer to your travel date. Make sure to select β€œReturn” when you start the booking process, then choose the dates and times of your departures.
For private trips, you can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before departure. For the Daytrip Pool shared shuttle, we offer 3 ticket options when booking: Non-refundable, Flexible with cancellations 24 hours before departure, and Super-flexible with cancellations up to 15 minutes before departure.
Simply choose your origin and destination via our homepage and enter your departure date and time. Browse and add sightseeing stops along the way by following the booking instructions provided on-screen. Select β€œOne Way” or β€œReturn” to change the type of trip you need. It’s a simple, easy, and fun way to book your next adventure! And if you don’t see your desired route on our website, you can request a custom trip. You can even book without knowing your exact pick-up or drop-off address - we let you add these later!
Each passenger is allowed one large bag (29" x 21" x 11" / 74 x 53 x 28 cm) and one small bag (22" x 14" x 9" / 56 x 36 x 23 cm). Luxury sedans can only accommodate 2 large bags. We always send the vehicle that is the best fit for you and your luggage, so make sure to select the actual amount of luggage you are traveling with when booking. If you have oversized luggage, or are unsure if your luggage will fit, contact us.
Everywhere except the USA, drivers will supply appropriate child seats (just let us know during booking). In the USA, certain states require you to supply your own child seats.

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