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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Lyon to Sofia is to fly which takes 6h 4m and costs $65 - $230.

Is there a direct bus between Lyon and Sofia?

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 Sofia?

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

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

The best way to get from Lyon to Sofia without a car is to train and bus which takes 25h 29m and costs $180 - $370.

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

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

Where do I catch the Lyon to Sofia bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Lyon to Sofia?

The best way to get from Lyon to Sofia is to fly which takes 6h 4m and costs $65 - $230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $80 - $120 and takes 28h 30m.

Where does the Lyon to Sofia bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Lyon and Sofia?

Sofia is 1h ahead of Lyon. It is currently 6:29 AM in Lyon and 7:29 AM in Sofia.

Can I drive from Lyon to Sofia?

Yes, the driving distance between Lyon to Sofia is 1822 km. It takes approximately 17h 16m to drive from Lyon to Sofia.

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

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

Where can I stay near Sofia?

There are 2094+ hotels available in Sofia.

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

There are 8 ways to get from Lyon to Sofia by plane, train, 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.

Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport
best
1. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Sofia Airport (SOF)LYS - SOF
6h 4m
$68–228
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Milano CentraleFr
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Verona Porta NuovaFr
3. Take the bus from Verona Porta Nuova to Sofia
25h 29m
$189–364
Drive 1,821.9 km
1. Drive from Lyon to Sofia1,821.9 km
17h 16m
$327–472
Train to Geneva International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Geneve
2. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Sofia Airport (SOF)GVA - SOF
9h 19m
$124–367
Train to Turin Caselle Airport, fly
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 43m
$125–359
Train, bus to Il Caravaggio International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Milano Centrale
2. Take the bus from Piazza Luigi di Savoia to Bergamo Airport Bus Station
3. Fly from Il Caravaggio International Airport (BGY) to Sofia Airport (SOF)BGY - SOF
10h 29m
$94–363
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 42m
$321–330

Lyon to Sofia by train and bus

2Weekly Services

25h 29mAverage Duration

$189Cheapest Price

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

What companies run services between Lyon, France and Sofia, Bulgaria?

Wizz Air flies from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Sofia Airport (SOF) 3 times a week. 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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