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

The cheapest way to get from Prague to Sofia is to bus which costs $80 - $160 and takes 19h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Prague to Sofia is to fly which takes 5h 10m and costs $50 - $180.

Is there a direct bus between Prague and Sofia?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Praha, ÚAN Florenc and arriving at Sofia Serdica Bus Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 19h 25m.

How far is it from Prague to Sofia?

The distance between Prague and Sofia is 1111 km. The road distance is 1235.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Prague to Sofia without a car is to bus which takes 19h 25m and costs $80 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 10m to get from Prague to Sofia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prague to Sofia bus from?

Prague to Sofia bus services, operated by Arda Tur, depart from Praha, ÚAN Florenc station.

Bus or fly from Prague to Sofia?

The best way to get from Prague to Sofia is to fly which takes 5h 10m and costs $50 - $180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $80 - $160 and takes 19h 25m.

Where does the Prague to Sofia bus arrive?

Prague to Sofia bus services, operated by Arda Tur, arrive at Sofia Serdica Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Prague and Sofia?

Sofia is 1h ahead of Prague. It is currently 2:12 AM in Prague and 3:12 AM in Sofia.

Can I drive from Prague to Sofia?

Yes, the driving distance between Prague to Sofia is 1235 km. It takes approximately 12h 58m to drive from Prague to Sofia.

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

Book your Prague to Sofia bus tickets online with Omio, Distribusion and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Sofia?

There are 2130+ hotels available in Sofia.

Prague to Sofia - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Prague to Sofia by plane, bus, car, or 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
best
1. Fly from Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane PRG - SOF
5h 10m
$53–175
Bus
1. Take the bus from Praha, ÚAN Florenc to Sofia Serdica Bus Stationbus Arda-Tur
19h 25m
$80–160
Drive 1,235.4 km
1. Drive from Prague to Sofiacar 1,235.4 km
12h 58m
$219–317
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Wien Hbftrain Rj
2. Take the bus from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz to Sofia Serdica Bus Stationbus Citylines 28 / ...
21h 12m
$75–130

Prague to Sofia by bus

16Weekly Buses

19h 25mAverage Duration

$80Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,110.8 km
Duration: 5h 10m

What companies run services between Prague, Czechia and Sofia, Bulgaria?

Wizz Air, Bulgaria Air, and two other airlines fly from Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Sofia Airport (SOF) twice daily. Alternatively, Arda Tur operates a bus from Praha, ÚAN Florenc to Sofia Serdica Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost $80–110 and the journey takes 19h 25m. Four other operators also service this route.

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