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

The cheapest way to get from Lyon to Bulgaria is to bus which costs $80 - $120 and takes 28h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lyon to Bulgaria is to fly which takes 6h 4m and costs $65 - $220.

Is there a direct bus between Lyon and Bulgaria?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lyon Gare Perrache and arriving at Sofia Serdica Bus Stop. Services depart three times a week, and operate Tuesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 28h 30m.

How far is it from Lyon to Bulgaria?

The distance between Lyon and Bulgaria is 1533 km. The road distance is 1821.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Lyon to Bulgaria without a car is to train and bus which takes 25h 46m and costs $190 - $430.

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

It takes approximately 6h 4m to get from Lyon to Bulgaria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lyon to Bulgaria bus from?

Lyon to Bulgaria bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, depart from Lyon Gare Perrache station.

Bus or fly from Lyon to Bulgaria?

The best way to get from Lyon to Bulgaria is to fly which takes 6h 4m and costs $65 - $220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $80 - $120 and takes 28h 30m.

Where does the Lyon to Bulgaria bus arrive?

Lyon to Bulgaria bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, arrive at Sofia Serdica Bus Stop station.

What is the time difference between Lyon and Bulgaria?

Bulgaria is 1h ahead of Lyon. It is currently 10:54 PM in Lyon and 11:54 PM in Bulgaria.

Can I drive from Lyon to Bulgaria?

Yes, the driving distance between Lyon to Bulgaria is 1822 km. It takes approximately 17h 19m to drive from Lyon to Bulgaria.

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

Book your Lyon to Bulgaria bus tickets online with Omio and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Bulgaria?

There are 2074+ hotels available in Bulgaria.

Lyon to Bulgaria - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and shuttle

There are 8 ways to get from Lyon to Bulgaria by plane, train, bus, car, 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 Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport to Sofia Airport
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1. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Sofia Airport (SOF)LYS - SOF
6h 4m
$68–218
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Milano CentraleFr
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Venezia MestreFr
3. Take the train from Venezia Mestre to Trieste CentraleRe
4. Take the bus from Trieste to Sofia
25h 46m
$198–429
Drive 1,821.9 km
1. Drive from Lyon to Sofia1,821.9 km
17h 19m
$327–472
Fly Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport to Bucharest Otopeni, shuttle
1. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)LYS - OTP
2. Take a shuttle bus from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Ruse
7h 15m
$197–507
Fly Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport to Varna Airport
1. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Varna Airport (VAR)LYS - VAR
9h 2m
$187–487
Train to Turin Caselle Airport, fly to Sofia Airport
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Torino Porta Susa
2. Fly from Turin Caselle Airport (TRN) to Sofia Airport (SOF)TRN - SOF
9h 46m
$133–368
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lyon Gare Perrache to Sofia Serdica Bus StopUnion Ivkoni - Unibus 3419 / ...
28h 30m
$80–120
Bus via Niš
1. Take the bus from Lyon, Ibis Hotel to Nis
2. Take the bus from Niš, Autobuska Stanica to Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika
38h 49m
$320–329

Lyon to Bulgaria by bus

3Weekly Buses

28h 30mAverage Duration

$80Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,532.9 km
Duration: 6h 4m

What companies run services between Lyon, France and Bulgaria?

Wizz Air and Lufthansa fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Sofia Airport (SOF) once daily. Alternatively, Union Ivkoni operates a bus from Lyon Gare Perrache to Sofia Serdica Bus Stop 3 times a week. Tickets cost $80–120 and the journey takes 28h 30m.

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