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TURKEY → BULGARIA · BUS ROUTE GUIDE

Antalya
↳ Sofiaby bus.

Bus services from Antalya to Sofia are listed on 12Go, where you can compare operators, departure times and prices for your date. The road distance is about 1229 km. By car that is roughly 14 h without stops; buses usually take longer once pickups and rest breaks are included.

1229 km by road~14 h by carBorder crossing
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AntalyaSofiaTURKEYBULGARIA1229 km by road
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THE SHORT VERSION

Antalya to Sofia at a glance.

From
Antalya
To
Sofia София
Road distance
About 1229 km
Straight line
902 km
Car time, no stops
~14 h buses take longer
Return route
Not listed as direct
Border
Turkey → Bulgaria. Passport and visa rules apply
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Right place. Right bus. Better start.

1

Leaving Antalya

Boarding points depend on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from their office or your hotel. Your ticket shows the exact place and check-in time.

2

Arriving in Sofia

Ask the seller where the service ends in Sofia. A town-name stop can be a bus station some way from the centre, and the last stretch to your accommodation is usually up to you.

3

Keep the essentials offline

Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.

KEEP GOING

From Sofia, the road continues.

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GOOD QUESTIONS

Before you take your seat.

How far is Antalya from Sofia by road?+

About 1229 km by road (902 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.

How long does the bus from Antalya to Sofia take?+

We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 14 h by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.

Where does the bus leave from in Antalya?+

It depends on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.

Is there a bus back from Sofia to Antalya?+

12Go's public route list doesn't include Sofia to Antalya as a direct route. You may need to change in another town.

Where does the bus from Antalya arrive in Sofia?+

It depends on the operator. Some services end at the local bus station, others at an office or a stop on the main road. Ask the seller for the drop-off address before you book.

What kind of bus runs from Antalya to Sofia?+

It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.

Can I book the Antalya to Sofia bus online?+

Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.

Where can I go next from Sofia by bus?+

Direct buses from Sofia include Budapest, Zagreb, Athens, Vienna, Venice and more. See all connections on our Sofia bus page.

Do I need a visa to take the bus from Antalya to Sofia?+

This journey crosses from Turkey into Bulgaria. Check the current entry and visa rules for your nationality before you travel, and keep your passport with you on the bus.

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FOLLOW THE INFORMATION

Clear sources. Better decisions.

Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.

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