What is the cheapest way to get from Leipzig to Bulgaria?

The cheapest way to get from Leipzig to Bulgaria is to bus which costs $65 - $100 and takes 20h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Leipzig to Bulgaria?

The fastest way to get from Leipzig to Bulgaria is to train and fly which takes 6h 15m and costs $190 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Leipzig and Bulgaria?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Leipzig and arriving at Sofia Central Bus Station station. Services depart once a week, and operate Wednesday. The journey takes approximately 20h 31m.

How far is it from Leipzig to Bulgaria?

The distance between Leipzig and Bulgaria is 1321 km. The road distance is 1480 km.

How do I travel from Leipzig to Bulgaria without a car?

The best way to get from Leipzig to Bulgaria without a car is to bus which takes 20h 31m and costs $65 - $100.

How long does it take to get from Leipzig to Bulgaria?

It takes approximately 7h 8m to get from Leipzig to Bulgaria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leipzig to Bulgaria bus from?

Leipzig to Bulgaria bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, depart from Leipzig station.

Bus or fly from Leipzig to Bulgaria?

The best way to get from Leipzig to Bulgaria is to fly which takes 7h 8m and costs $160 - $420. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $65 - $100 and takes 20h 31m.

Where does the Leipzig to Bulgaria bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Leipzig and Bulgaria?

Bulgaria is 1h ahead of Leipzig. It is currently 1:09 AM in Leipzig and 2:09 AM in Bulgaria.

Can I drive from Leipzig to Bulgaria?

Yes, the driving distance between Leipzig to Bulgaria is 1480 km. It takes approximately 15h 18m to drive from Leipzig to Bulgaria.

How do I get a bus ticket from Leipzig to Bulgaria?

Book your Leipzig to Bulgaria bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Bulgaria?

There are 2224+ hotels available in Bulgaria.

Leipzig to Bulgaria - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and shuttle

There are 9 ways to get from Leipzig to Bulgaria by plane, bus, car, train, 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.

Fly Leipzig-Halle Airport to Sofia Airport
best
1. Fly from Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane LEJ - SOF
7h 8m
$165–411
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leipzig to Sofia Central Bus Stationbus
20h 31m
$65–100
Drive 1,480 km
1. Drive from Leipzig to Sofiacar 1,480 km
15h 18m
$244–353
Train to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, fly to Sofia Airport
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to S Südkreuz Bhftrain
2. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane BER - SOF
6h 38m
$96–297
Fly Leipzig-Halle Airport to Varna Airport
1. Fly from Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) to Varna Airport (VAR)plane LEJ - VAR
7h 19m
$334–620
Train to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, fly to Varna Airport
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to S Südkreuz Bhftrain
2. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Varna Airport (VAR)plane BER - VAR
6h 15m
$195–536
Train to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, fly to Bucharest Otopeni, shuttle
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to S Südkreuz Bhftrain
2. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)plane BER - OTP
3. Take a shuttle bus from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Ruseshuttle
7h 48m
$205–586
Bus via Serdika
1. Take the bus from Leipzig Goethestraße to Sofia Serdica Bus Stationbus Racic Eurobus
21h 37m
$93–115
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Chemnitz, Hauptbahnhoftrain Re6
2. Take the bus from Chemnitz Bus Station to Sofia Serdica Bus Stationbus Citylines 17
24h 41m
$99–156

Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) to Sofia Airport (SOF) flights

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Map of how to get from Leipzig to Bulgaria.

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Distance: 1,320.7 km
Duration: 7h 8m

What companies run services between Leipzig, Germany and Bulgaria?

Austrian Airlines and Lufthansa fly from Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) to Sofia Airport (SOF) 4 times a day. Alternatively, Union Ivkoni operates a bus from Leipzig to Sofia Central Bus Station once a week. Tickets cost $65–100 and the journey takes 20h 31m.

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