What is the distance between Katerini and Sofia?

The distance between the two cities is 173 miles (278 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Katerini to Sofia?

If you're headed to Sofia from Katerini, chances are that your bus will depart from Katerini Olympus Plaza and arrive at Serdika. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

What are the best sights and things to do in Sofia?

Once in Sofia, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Boyana Church, National Opera and Ballet, Statue of Slaveikovs, Rotunda of St George and Vitosha Boulevard.

Bus Katerini to Sofia from $26 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Katerini to Sofia on November 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:15pm	Nikolaos Dikas str.	5h 45m	5:00am	Serdika	No tags
Bus	3:10pm	Katerini Katerini Station	6h 50m	10:00pm	Sofia Central Bus Station	No tags
Bus	3:10pm	Katerini Katerini Station	6h 50m	10:00pm	Sofia Central Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:15pm	Nikolaos Dikas str.	5h 45m	5:00am	Serdika	No tags
Bus	3:10pm	Katerini Katerini Station	6h 50m	10:00pm	Sofia Central Bus Station	No tags

Get from Katerini to Sofia

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 7 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

7h 15mAverage Duration

174 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Katerini and Sofia?

Stops in Katerini

A
Katerini Olympus Plaza
A/D PAThE, Katerini 600 62, Greece
B
Katerini Stási Leoforeíou
Katerini 601 00, Greece
C
Katerini
Geor. Malea 39, Katerini 601 00, Greece
D
KTEL Intercity Bus Terminal
Δίκα Νικολάου &, 19is Maiou, Katerini 601 00, Greece

Stops in Sofia

A
Serdika
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 108, 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria
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B
Sofia Airport
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C
bul. Kniaz Aleksandar Dondukov 2
bul. Kniaz Aleksandar Dondukov 2, 1000 Sofia, Bulgaria
D
Central Bus Station - Sofia
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria
E
Central Bus Station
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria
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F
Knyaginya Maria Luiza
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 65, 1202 Sofia Center, Sofia, Bulgaria

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Katerini to Sofia by bus

What is the distance between Katerini and Sofia?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Katerini to Sofia?
What are the best sights and things to do in Sofia?

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/25

$34

11/26

$27

Today

$27

11/28

$28

11/29

$28

11/30

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The cheapest trip from Katerini to Sofia was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $27

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Katerini to Sofia, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $27 to $39 for a bus ticket from Katerini to Sofia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $28 which is on 2025-11-28.