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

The cheapest way to get from Lienz to Sofia is to train and bus which costs $100 - $170 and takes 19h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lienz to Sofia is to drive which takes 10h 39m and costs $210 - $310.

How far is it from Lienz to Sofia?

The distance between Lienz and Sofia is 1119 km. The road distance is 1126.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Lienz to Sofia without a car is to train and bus which takes 19h 33m and costs $100 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 19h 33m to get from Lienz to Sofia, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Lienz and Sofia?

Sofia is 1h ahead of Lienz. It is currently 3:12 AM in Lienz and 4:12 AM in Sofia.

Can I drive from Lienz to Sofia?

Yes, the driving distance between Lienz to Sofia is 1127 km. It takes approximately 10h 39m to drive from Lienz to Sofia.

Where can I stay near Sofia?

There are 2121+ hotels available in Sofia.

Lienz to Sofia - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Lienz to Sofia by train, bus, car, or plane

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

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Lienz In Osttirol to Villach Hbftrain 4637 / ...
2. Take the bus from Villach Hbf to Sofiabus N981
19h 33m
$109–165
Train, train to Vienna International Airport, fly
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lienz In Osttirol to Villach Hbftrain
2. Take the train from Villach Hbf to Wien Hbftrain
3. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane VIE - SOF
10h 56m
$99–421
Drive 1,126.6 km
1. Drive from Lienz to Sofiacar 1,126.6 km
10h 39m
$212–307
Train to Klagenfurt Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Lienz In Osttirol to Klagenfurt Hbftrain
2. Fly from Klagenfurt Airport (KLU) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane KLU - SOF
13h 15m
$150–484
Train, bus via Villach
1. Take the train from Lienz In Osttirol to Villach Hbftrain 4637 / ...
2. Take the bus from Villach to Sofiabus
20h 47m
$128–211
Train, bus to Innsbruck Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Lienz In Osttirol to Vandoies Vintltrain
2. Take the bus from Vandoies di Sotto to Innsbruck Airportbus
3. Fly from Innsbruck Airport (INN) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane INN - SOF
11h 34m
$197–560
Train, train to Munich International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Lienz In Osttirol to Spittal-Millstaetter Seetrain
2. Take the train from Spittal-Millstaetter See to Salzburg Hbftrain
3. Take the train from Salzburg Hauptbahnhof to München Osttrain
4. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane MUC - SOF
10h 43m
$150–664

Lienz to Sofia by train and bus

7Weekly Services

19h 33mAverage Duration

$109Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 1,119.2 km
Duration: 19h 33m

What companies run services between Lienz, Tyrol, Austria and Sofia, Bulgaria?

There is no direct connection from Lienz to Sofia. However, you can take the train to Villach Hbf, walk to Villach Hbf, then take the bus to Sofia. Alternatively, you can drive from Lienz to Sofia in around 10h 39m.

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