Private car transfer from Sofia to Skopje

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 Sofia.

  • 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 Skopje.

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

Questions & Answers about Traveling from Sofia to Skopje

What is the cheapest way from Sofia to Skopje?
Taking one of the public buses will be the most budget-friendly transfer option from Sofia to Skopje, as a bus ticket starts at $13 when booked in advance online, and even pricier tickets tend not to cost more than $55 per seat.
How do I get to Sofia from Skopje?
Travelers of Bulgaria and North Macedonia can choose between a bus, taxi, or a private driver from Sofia to Skopje. The most comfortable option is booking a private driver with Daytrip's door-to-door transfer service, which minimizes travel time and maximizes convenience.
Can you drive from Sofia to Skopje?
While it is possible to drive yourself from Sofia to Skopje, opting for a private driver will offer you a far more relaxing experience. With Daytrip, you'll even have the option to add sightseeing stops to your trip from Bulgaria to North Macedonia.
Is there public transport from Sofia to Skopje?
There are buses from Sofia to Skopje and the average travel time is between 5 and 5.5 hours. The cost of a bus ticket is between $13-$55 depending on the bus company, with the fastest bus route through Flixbus having a higher price.
Is it safe to travel to Skopje?
Yes, travelers are generally perfectly safe in Skopje. As with any destination, it is important to take normal precautions and remain aware of your surroundings when traveling to a new city. Travelers should always be mindful of their belongings while exploring and plan ahead for the safest stay.
How much is a taxi from Sofia to Skopje?
The prices of taxis can vary widely across companies, but as the journey is fairly long, travelers should budget $160-$200 for this route. For a more elevated experience, consider booking a seat on one of Daytrip's private transfers, where the comfort and safety of passengers are the top priority.

Visit these sights on the way

Krakra Fortress

Krakra Fortress

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

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. Falling for Love 

Rila Monastery

Rila Monastery

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

Osogovo Monastery

Osogovo Monastery

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

Why people love Daytrip

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5,100+ reviews
  • 1,162 travelers took this route with us
Oct 2, 2025

Great transfer option.

I used this service for a transfer from Split in Croatia to Perast Montenegro. My experience was exceptional. My driver Bojan was helpful, informative and ensured my journey was comfortable and enjoyable. I highly recommend the service.

Reviewed by Tripadvisor traveler Robyn C
Sep 20, 2025

It was a fantastic trip.

We were extremely satisfied with the quality of service we received from Day Trip. We had two Day Trip rides on August 31 from Athens to Lefkada and September 7 from Lefkada back to Athens. Both trips included stops at scenic sites in Greece. Both drivers were excellent and accommodating. However, we’d especially like to recognize Panos Peppas, who was our driver from Lefkada to Athens. Panos was incredibly nice & pleasant and delivered outstanding customer service, which included handling all of luggage, providing us with cold waters throughout the trip, providing us protein bars, providing us with printed materials on the Corinth Canal (one of scenic stops), looking up and providing us with terminal & gate info for our flight back home and providing us with a recipe for tzatziki.

Reviewed by Tripadvisor traveler Daydream20046758137
Sep 15, 2025

Best transport company anywhere

We absolutely love this company and have used it many times over the years to get from A to B without the hassle of hiring a car ourselves. Excellent drivers every time. Efficient and professional. It’s worth every penny and we can honestly recommend Day Trip to everyone. It’s 5 star rating is well deserved.

Reviewed by Tripadvisor traveler Mary L
Aug 20, 2025

Excellent experience in traveling

We traveled from Nuremberg to Munich in a beautiful Audi. Driver picked us at our hotel at the exact time requested. Got us to Munich in plenty of time for our next tour. Driver made sure we were comfortable

Reviewed by Tripadvisor traveler Steve N
Apr 22, 2025

Reasonably Priced and Safe Transportation

Gonzalo from daytrip was our driver and he was absolutely amazing. He went over and beyond trying to locate us as our service wasn't so good on our phones. He patiently awaited our arrival to the lobby so he could take us from Tulum Dreams Resort to our other hotel in cancun an hour and a half away near the airport prior to our departure flight home. He was polite, respectful and kind. Made sure we were comfortable during our long ride. Fast and to the point. I recommend this company as finding a one way ride from Tulum to Cancun isn't easy or cheap and this company provides a great service for a great price. I will definitely be using them again whenever I'm in the Cancun/Tulum area. Thank you DayTrip and Gonzola.

Reviewed by Tripadvisor traveler COCO
Apr 2, 2025

Daytrip never disappoints

We were picked up by Marianna to drive us from Heraklion to Chania. The weather was terrible & due to this Marianna arrived a few minutes late. She contacted me to advise of this. Marianna lives in Chana and she made our trip very interesting by informing us of local things to do and see in Chania. Marianna is a safe driver and we all felt comfortable with the speed she drove at and how good her driving was in heavy rain. She is a lovely person with fluent English. We highly recommend Daytrips and if you are in Heraklion or Chania please make sure you ask for Marianna.

Reviewed by Tripadvisor traveler Julie M
Feb 28, 2025

Great driver in Egypt

Used the service to go from Luxor to Hurghada, Egypt. Ahmed H was our driver and he was perfect. The car was new, clean, he had water and snacks for us, and accommodated our stops. Great service from him and would recommend it.

Reviewed by Tripadvisor traveler Maps315861
Oct 21, 2021

Daytrip through The Balkans

In August my husband and I and another couple had a wonderful 3-week tour of The Balkans. We started in Romania and finished up in Croatia. After having one driver/guide in Romania and part of Bulgaria, we began to use My Daytrip on our trip from Sofia to Skopje. (A few years ago we had a wonderful experience with Daytrip on a previous trip to Spain and Portugal, so we had no hesitation in using them on this trip.) Over the course of our Balkan trip, we used Daytrip 7 times, and were never disappointed. Each time our driver picked us up at our departure hotel and delivered us to the lobby of our next hotel. The drivers were always on time. They were always excellent drivers. Language was never a barrier. Most were very fluent with English and quite personable, eager to share information about their countries and willing to make any stops to address our comfort and curiosity. The vehicles were always clean, comfortable, and of high quality. Our drivers—Ivo, Goran, Milosh, Nikki, Amer, Luca, and Andrea—have become a permanent part of our memories of The Balkans. They played a large role in making our trip a very special time.

Reviewed by Tripadvisor traveler C1598RLjom
Nov 29, 2019

Sofia to Skopje

The trip was great 👍 Dimitar was very professional and courteous. He was on time and a very safe driver. He was also friendly and helpful. Definitely 5 stars for Dimitar He is a credit to your company.

Reviewed by Tripadvisor traveler theonetrekker
Nov 6, 2018

Hassle free and reliable form of transfer and sight seeing

I used daytrip twice on my recent vacation. First trip was from Skopje to Sofia with stops at Osogovo Monastry and Krakra Fortress. A border crossing was included. The guide was Stefan and he was very professional, punctual and knowledgeable particularly taking time to explain about the iconostasis and frescoes at the church. The second trip was from Plovdiv to Sofia with stops at Assen's Fortress and Bachkovo Monastry. The guide was David and similarly, he was very reliable and friendly. In fact, he suggested that I change the last stop from Starosel to Wonderful Bridges as the former was more of a summer spa and pool complex. Wonderful Bridges isn't one of the listed stops, but judging by its popularity with the locals and the fantastical rock formations, daytrip should really consider adding that stop in. All in all, I would not hesitate to use daytrip again!

Reviewed by Tripadvisor traveler LiQiChiu

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 “Return” 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 “One Way” or “Return” 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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