Facts about the transport from Sofia to Skopje
| Cheapest Transport | $42 |
| Fastest Transport | 3h 25m |
| Earliest Departure | 7:00 AM |
| Latest Departure | 11:40 AM |
| Departures per day | 1 |
| Distance | 171 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | Citylines, Wizz Air |
Sofia to Skopje
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Sofia to Skopje Destination Reviews
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Anonymous All the service was great!
Sofia to Skopje, Bus Standard AC, Matpu, Feb 6, 2026
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Anonymous Sofia - Skopje. Very professional driver, clean bus, arrived on time. Address of Sofia bus station on the ticket was incorrect, almost missed the bus.
Sofia to Skopje, Bus Standard AC, Kaleia, Nov 5, 2025
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Anonymous The arriving time wasn’t right. The service was nice, the driver too; although he didn’t knew any English, that would have made it easier. The arrival time to Sofia was wrong in the ticket, they didn’t take in count the time zone change and we were supposed to arrive at 12:45 and we finally arrived around 14:00.
Sofia to Skopje, Bus Standard AC, Transkop, Oct 27, 2025
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Anonymous Comfortable journey. Our driver didn't speak English but was very helpful and communicated with us in a friendly manner and drove safely. The bus was comfortable.
Sofia to Skopje, Bus Standard AC, Matpu, Oct 21, 2025
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Anonymous Good ride from Sofia to Skopje. affordable on time clean good driver. seat belts not functioning driver frequently typing on cell phone.
Sofia to Skopje, Bus Standard AC, Matpu, Oct 21, 2025
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Anonymous Recommend! The driver drove carefully, gave clear instructions AC started working when it got hotter during the day.
Sofia to Skopje, Bus Standard AC, Kaleia, Aug 28, 2025
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Anonymous Depart sharp, arrive sharp. The bus stopped right in front of Maptu’s ticket office. The driver is polite and carries a smile. The driver departed punctually and arrived punctually. The ride is comfortable with air conditioning. The coach is big and clean. Smell clean. The seat is comfortable that can recline. It has a break in the middle of the journey which has a clean toilet and some snacks supply stations. The driver honed the honk to remind the passengers that the break was over. No phone charger.
Sofia to Skopje, Bus Standard AC, Matpu, Jul 7, 2025
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Caroline AEverything was well organised and efficient. The bus driver had my name on his list. The desk at the station knew exactly where the bus would start.
Sofia to Skopje, Bus Standard AC, Matpu, Jun 23, 2025
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Mats KThe bus company could not find my reservation and was asking me a thousand times to send it and show it to them in different formats.
Sofia to Skopje, Bus Standard AC, Transkop, May 6, 2025
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Anonymous A good journey, comfortable bus, shame about the driver. Comfortable bus. The bus driver was rude and not friendly. He let us on approximately 20 minutes before we were due to leave (we wanted to put our bags on) then would not let us off again, locking us inside even though the bus was very hot. He was on his phone whilst driving and also spent a lot of time talking (very loudly) with the passengers on the 2 front seats so he was not concentrating on his driving.
Sofia to Skopje, Bus Standard AC, Transkop, Mar 28, 2025
Sofia to Skopje Schedule
| Type | Operator | Class | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Price | Rating |
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Taxi | Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver | Minivan 7pax | Any time | +3h 25m | $577.24 | |
Flight | Air Serbia | Economy | 05:00 | 03:05 | $183.07 | |
Flight | LOT Polish Airlines | Economy | 05:20 | 13:55 | $945.19 | |
Flight | Wizz Air | Economy | 05:55 | 02:05 | $251.44 | |
Flight | Lufthansa | Economy | 06:15 | 23:15 | $407.37 | |
Flight | Wizz Air | Economy | 06:55 | 12:50 | $111.62 | |
Flight | Austrian Airlines | Business | 08:00 | 16:15 | $2,209.73 | |
Flight | Turkish Airlines | Economy | 09:25 | 08:55 | $543.43 | |
Flight | Aegean | Economy | 09:45 | 23:45 | $172.65 | |
Flight | Tarom | Business | 10:05 | 03:05 | $625.95 | |
Flight | Wizz Air | Economy | 10:45 | 12:50 | $161.06 | |
Flight | Aegean | Economy | 11:15 | 23:45 | $172.65 | |
Flight | Wizz Air | Economy | 12:00 | 20:25 | $66.62 | |
Flight | Austrian Airlines | Business | 12:25 | 23:50 | $2,606.76 | |
Flight | Pegasus Airlines | Economy | 12:45 | 16:15 | $199.30 | |
Flight | Wizz Air | Economy | 13:10 | 19:20 | $118.19 | |
Flight | Pegasus Airlines | Economy | 13:30 | 21:00 | $307.46 | |
Flight | Lufthansa | Economy | 13:50 | 15:05 | $423.18 | |
Flight | Wizz Air | Economy | 14:20 | 12:50 | $129.77 | |
Flight | Bulgaria Air | Economy | 15:00 | 00:55 | $170.33 |
How to get from Sofia to Skopje
Travelling between Sofia and Skopje is possible by Flight, bus and taxi. Taxi guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 41.16 if you go by Bus; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 41.16.
How long does it take to get from Sofia to Skopje?
It can take you anywhere between 4 and 5 hours to travel between Sofia and Skopje depending on the means of transport you choose.
Taxi is the fastest way to travel between Sofia and Skopje. Taxi will bring you to your destination in 3h 25m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 4h 40m to reach Skopje.
How much does it cost to get from Sofia to Skopje?
Travelling between Sofia and Skopje can be as cheap as USD 41.16 if you opt for a Citylines bus and as expensive as USD 41.16 if you buy a Citylines Bus ticket.
Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.
How many trips per day are there between Sofia and Skopje ?
- 1 from Sofia to Skopje starting from 07:00 Sofia until 07:00 Sofia
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Sofia to Skopje.
What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?
Bus
Travelling from Sofia to Skopje overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.
They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.
Companies operating bus routes between Sofia and Skopje
Citylines
Taxi
Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.
Companies offering charters between Sofia and Skopje
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver
What is the most popular transport to get from Sofia to Skopje?
There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.
Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route
- 67% opted for a bus
- 33% bought a taxi ride
Transportation from Sofia to Skopje
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Buses$ 41.26
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Flights$ 180.98
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Taxis$ 240.51
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Trains are not available
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Ferries are not available
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Vans are not available