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

The cheapest way to get from Lugano to Sofia is to train and fly which costs $55 - $180 and takes 6h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lugano to Sofia is to train and fly which takes 6h 38m and costs $55 - $180.

Is there a direct bus between Lugano and Sofia?

No, there is no direct bus from Lugano to Sofia. However, there are services departing from Lugano and arriving at Sofia via Verona Porta Nuova. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 58m.

How far is it from Lugano to Sofia?

The distance between Lugano and Sofia is 1308 km. The road distance is 1436.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Lugano to Sofia without a car is to bus which takes 22h 58m and costs $120 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 6h 38m to get from Lugano to Sofia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Sofia bus from?

Lugano to Sofia bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Lugano station.

Where does the Lugano to Sofia bus arrive?

Lugano to Sofia bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Verona station.

What is the time difference between Lugano and Sofia?

Sofia is 1h ahead of Lugano. It is currently 8:35 PM in Lugano and 9:35 PM in Sofia.

Can I drive from Lugano to Sofia?

Yes, the driving distance between Lugano to Sofia is 1437 km. It takes approximately 14h 9m to drive from Lugano to Sofia.

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

Book your Lugano to Sofia bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Sofia?

There are 2130+ hotels available in Sofia.

Lugano to Sofia - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Lugano to Sofia by train, plane, bus, or car

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

Train to Milano Malpensa Airport, fly
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1. Take the train from Lugano to Malpensa Aeroporto T1train
2. Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane MXP - SOF
6h 38m
$58–180
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lugano to Veronabus FlixBus 024
2. Take the bus from Verona Porta Nuova to Sofiabus
22h 58m
$125–137
Drive 1,436.8 km
1. Drive from Lugano to Sofiacar 1,436.8 km
14h 9m
$290–419
Train, bus to Il Caravaggio International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Lugano to Milano Centraletrain
2. Take the bus from Piazza Luigi di Savoia to Bergamo Airport Bus Stationbus
3. Fly from Il Caravaggio International Airport (BGY) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane BGY - SOF
7h 7m
$70–218
Train to Zurich Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Lugano to Zürich HBtrain
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane ZRH - SOF
7h 10m
$166–343
Train to Milan Linate Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Lugano to Seregnotrain
2. Fly from Milan Linate Airport (LIN) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane LIN - SOF
9h 10m
$96–286
Train, train to Turin Caselle Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Lugano to Milano Centraletrain
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Torino Porta di Susatrain
3. Fly from Turin Caselle Airport (TRN) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane TRN - SOF
8h 51m
$132–314
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lugano to Milano Centraletrain Re 80
2. Take the bus from Milano, Stazione Centrale to Sofiabus
23h 15m
$114–116
Train, bus via Milan
1. Take the train from Lugano to Milano Centraletrain Re 80
2. Take the bus from Stazione Centrale - Piazza Duca d'Aosta to Sofiabus
23h 45m
$137–179

Lugano to Sofia by bus and foot

2Weekly Services

22h 58mAverage Duration

$125Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 1,307.5 km
Duration: 6h 38m

What companies run services between Lugano, Switzerland and Sofia, Bulgaria?

You can take a bus from Lugano to Sofia via Verona and Verona Porta Nuova in around 22h 58m.

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