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

The cheapest way to get from Sofia to Albufeira is to fly which costs €55 - €230 and takes 12h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sofia to Albufeira is to fly and bus which takes 10h 33m and costs €80 - €250.

Is there a direct bus between Sofia and Albufeira?

No, there is no direct bus from Sofia to Albufeira. However, there are services departing from Sofia and arriving at Albufeira via Caransebeş, Lugoj and Huelva. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 22h.

How far is it from Sofia to Albufeira?

The distance between Sofia and Albufeira is 2783 km. The road distance is 3506.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Sofia to Albufeira without a car is to bus and train which takes 2 days 3h and costs €140 - €310.

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

It takes approximately 12h 26m to get from Sofia to Albufeira, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Albufeira bus from?

Sofia to Albufeira bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Sofia station.

Bus or fly from Sofia to Albufeira?

The best way to get from Sofia to Albufeira is to fly which takes 12h 26m and costs €55 - €230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2 days 22h.

Where does the Sofia to Albufeira bus arrive?

Sofia to Albufeira bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Caransebeș station.

What is the time difference between Sofia and Albufeira?

Albufeira is 2h behind Sofia. It is currently 6:53 PM in Sofia and 4:53 PM in Albufeira.

Can I drive from Sofia to Albufeira?

Yes, the driving distance between Sofia to Albufeira is 3507 km. It takes approximately 34h 59m to drive from Sofia to Albufeira.

Where can I stay near Albufeira?

There are 8251+ hotels available in Albufeira.

Sofia to Albufeira - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Sofia to Albufeira by plane, bus, train, 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 to Faro Airport
best
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Faro Airport (FAO)plane SOF - FAO
12h 26m
€56–230
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sofia Serdica Bus Stop to Barcelona Sants Central Bus Stationbus
2. Take the train from Barcelona-Sants to Sevilla-Santa Justatrain Ave
3. Take the bus from Seville to Albufeirabus
2d 3h
€148–302
Drive 3,506.8 km
1. Drive from Sofia to Albufeiracar 3,506.8 km
34h 59m
€525–758
Fly to Lisbon-Portela Airport, bus
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Lisbon-Portela Airport (LIS)plane SOF - LIS
2. Take the bus from Lisbon to Albufeirabus
10h 33m
€83–247
Fly to Seville Airport, bus
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Seville Airport (SVQ)plane SOF - SVQ
2. Take the bus from Seville to Albufeirabus
13h
€83–222
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sofia to Caransebeșbus
2. Take the bus from Caransebeş to Lugojbus T1
3. Take the bus from Lugoj to Huelvabus
4. Take the bus from Huelva to Albufeirabus
2d 22h

Sofia to Albufeira by bus, train, and foot

4Weekly Services

2d 3hAverage Duration

€148Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Sofia to Albufeira.

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Distance: 2,783 km
Duration: 12h 26m

What companies run services between Sofia, Bulgaria and Albufeira, Portugal?

Ryanair and Wizz Air fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Faro Airport (FAO) 6 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sofia to Albufeira via Caransebeș, Caransebeş, Lugoj, and Huelva in around 2d 22h.

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