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

The cheapest way to get from Simeria to Sofia is to train which costs $40 - $55 and takes 14h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Simeria to Sofia is to drive which takes 7h 57m and costs $80 - $120.

Is there a direct bus between Simeria and Sofia?

No, there is no direct bus from Simeria to Sofia. However, there are services departing from Simeria and arriving at Sofia via Hateg and Caransebeș. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Simeria and Sofia?

No, there is no direct train from Simeria to Sofia. However, there are services departing from Simeria and arriving at Sofia Sever via Craiova and Vidin. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 56m.

How far is it from Simeria to Sofia?

The distance between Simeria and Sofia is 708 km. The road distance is 514 km.

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

The best way to get from Simeria to Sofia without a car is to bus which takes 12h 40m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 12h 40m to get from Simeria to Sofia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Simeria to Sofia bus from?

Simeria to Sofia bus services, operated by Normandia Transport, depart from Hateg station.

Where do I catch the Simeria to Sofia train from?

Simeria to Sofia train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), depart from Simeria station.

Train or bus from Simeria to Sofia?

The best way to get from Simeria to Sofia is to bus which takes 12h 40m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $40 - $55 and takes 14h 56m.

Where does the Simeria to Sofia bus arrive?

Simeria to Sofia bus services, operated by Normandia Transport, arrive at Caransebeş station.

Where does the Simeria to Sofia train arrive?

Simeria to Sofia train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), arrive at Craiova station.

Can I drive from Simeria to Sofia?

Yes, the driving distance between Simeria to Sofia is 514 km. It takes approximately 7h 57m to drive from Simeria to Sofia.

Where can I stay near Sofia?

There are 2121+ hotels available in Sofia.

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

There are 9 ways to get from Simeria to Sofia by bus, train, car, plane, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Hateg to Caransebeşbus T4-T5-T6 / ...
2. Take the bus from Caransebeș to Sofiabus 1950
12h 40m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Simeria to Craiovatrain
2. Take the train from Craiova to Vidintrain
3. Take the train from Vidin to Sofia Severtrain
14h 56m
$44–54
Drive 514 km
1. Drive from Simeria to Sofiacar 514 km
7h 57m
$82–119
Bus to Timișoara Traian Vuia International Airport, fly to Sofia Airport
1. Take the bus from Simeria to Timisoara Airportbus
2. Fly from Timișoara Traian Vuia International Airport (TSR) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane TSR - SOF
10h 15m
$86–239
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Simeria to Caransebeşbus
2. Take the train from Caransebes to Baile Herculanetrain Ic
3. Take the bus from Băile Herculane to Sofiabus
13h 42m
$52–81
Bus to Timișoara Traian Vuia International Airport, fly to Bucharest Otopeni, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Simeria to Timisoara Airportbus
2. Fly from Timișoara Traian Vuia International Airport (TSR) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)plane TSR - OTP
3. Take a shuttle bus from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Sofiashuttle
9h 47m
$335–538
Train, bus to Cluj-Napoca, fly to Sofia Airport
1. Take the train from Simeria to Alba Iuliatrain
2. Take the bus from Alba Iulia to Cluj-Napocabus
3. Fly from Cluj-Napoca (CLJ) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane CLJ - SOF
10h 25m
$70–224
Train, bus to Cluj-Napoca, fly to Bucharest Otopeni, shuttle
1. Take the train from Simeria to Alba Iuliatrain
2. Take the bus from Alba Iulia to Cluj-Napocabus
3. Fly from Cluj-Napoca (CLJ) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)plane CLJ - OTP
4. Take a shuttle bus from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Sofiashuttle
10h 41m
$339–523
Train to Bucharest Otopeni, fly to Sofia Airport
1. Take the train from Simeria to Bucuresti Nordtrain
2. Fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane OTP - SOF
12h 43m
$86–204

Simeria to Sofia by train

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14h 56mAverage Duration

$44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 707.5 km
Duration: 12h 40m

What companies run services between Simeria, Romania and Sofia, Bulgaria?

You can take a bus from Simeria to Sofia via Haţeg, Hateg, Caransebeş, and Caransebeș in around 12h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Simeria to Sofia Sever via Craiova and Vidin in around 14h 56m.

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