What is the cheapest way to get from Bucharest to Sofia?

The cheapest way to get from Bucharest to Sofia is to night train and train which costs $15 - $26 and takes 6h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bucharest to Sofia?

The fastest way to get from Bucharest to Sofia is to fly which takes 4h 14m and costs $130 - $270.

Is there a direct bus between Bucharest and Sofia?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from București, Autogara Militari and arriving at Sofia Central Bus Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h.

Is there a direct train between Bucharest and Sofia?

No, there is no direct train from Bucharest to Sofia. However, there are services departing from Bucharest and arriving at Sofia Sever via Gorna Oryahovitsa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 57m.

How far is it from Bucharest to Sofia?

The distance between Bucharest and Sofia is 497 km. The road distance is 382.5 km.

How do I travel from Bucharest to Sofia without a car?

The best way to get from Bucharest to Sofia without a car is to night train and train which takes 6h 57m and costs $15 - $26.

How long does it take to get from Bucharest to Sofia?

It takes approximately 6h 57m to get from Bucharest to Sofia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bucharest to Sofia bus from?

Bucharest to Sofia bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, depart from București, Autogara Militari station.

Where do I catch the Bucharest to Sofia train from?

Bucharest to Sofia train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Bucharest station.

Bus or fly from Bucharest to Sofia?

The best way to get from Bucharest to Sofia is to bus which takes 8h and costs $18 - $60. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $130 - $270 and takes 4h 14m.

Where does the Bucharest to Sofia bus arrive?

Bucharest to Sofia bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, arrive at Sofia Central Bus Station.

Where does the Bucharest to Sofia train arrive?

Bucharest to Sofia train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Gorna Oryahovitsa station.

Can I drive from Bucharest to Sofia?

Yes, the driving distance between Bucharest to Sofia is 383 km. It takes approximately 5h 17m to drive from Bucharest to Sofia.

How do I get a bus ticket from Bucharest to Sofia?

Book your Bucharest to Sofia bus tickets online with Omio, Distribusion and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Sofia?

There are 2100+ hotels available in Sofia.

Bucharest to Sofia - 6 ways to travel via train, night train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Bucharest to Sofia by night train, train, bus, car, plane, or shuttle

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Night train, train
best
1. Take the night train from Bucharest to Gorna Oryahovitsanighttrain Bosphor Express
2. Take the train from Gorna Oryahovitsa to Sofia Severtrain 4611 / ...
6h 57m
$16–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from București, Autogara Militari to Sofia Central Bus Stationbus Union Ivkoni - Unibus 7
8h
$18–60
Drive 382.5 km
1. Drive from Bucharest to Sofiacar 382.5 km
5h 17m
$61–88
Fly from Bucharest Otopeni
1. Fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane OTP - SOF
4h 14m
$134–270
Shuttle to Varna Airport, fly
1. Take a shuttle bus from Bucharest to Varnashuttle
2. Fly from Varna Airport (VAR) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane VAR - SOF
6h 40m
$358–564
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Bucharest to Sofiashuttle
4h 45m
$270–380

Bucharest to Sofia by bus

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Distance: 496.5 km
Duration: 6h 57m

What companies run services between Bucharest, Romania and Sofia, Bulgaria?

Union Ivkoni operates a bus from București, Autogara Militari to Sofia Central Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost $18–27 and the journey takes 8h. FlixBus also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Tarom flies from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Sofia Airport (SOF) 6 times a week.

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