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 $70 - $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 bus which takes 28h 30m and costs $80 - $120.

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 $70 - $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 4:10 PM in Lyon and 5:10 PM in Sofia.

Can I drive from Lyon to Sofia?

Yes, the driving distance between Lyon to Sofia is 1822 km. It takes approximately 17h 28m 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 2111+ hotels available in Sofia.

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

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

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)plane LYS - SOF
6h 4m
$73–228
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lyon Gare Perrache to Sofia Serdica Bus Stopbus Union Ivkoni - Unibus 3419 / ...
28h 30m
$80–120
Drive 1,821.9 km
1. Drive from Lyon to Sofiacar 1,821.9 km
17h 28m
$327–472
Train to Geneva International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Genevetrain
2. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane GVA - SOF
9h 19m
$119–375
Train to Turin Caselle Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Torino Porta Susatrain
2. Fly from Turin Caselle Airport (TRN) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane TRN - SOF
9h 46m
$135–366
Bus via Niš
1. Take the bus from Lyon, Ibis Hotel to Nisbus
2. Take the bus from Niš, Autobuska Stanica to Sofiya, Avtogara Serdikabus
38h 22m
$318–326
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Lyon to München Ostcar
2. Take the car train from München Ost to Villach Hbf ARZcartrain
3. Drive from Villach Hbf ARZ to Sofiacar
19h 21m
$429–596

Lyon to Sofia by bus

3Weekly Buses

28h 30mAverage Duration

$80Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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

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

Wizz Air, Austrian Airlines, 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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