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

The cheapest way to get from Sofia to Bucharest is to train and night train which costs $14 - $26 and takes 6h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sofia to Bucharest is to fly which takes 3h 49m and costs $120 - $320.

Is there a direct bus between Sofia and Bucharest?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sofia Central Bus Station station and arriving at București, Autogara Militari. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Sofia and Bucharest?

No, there is no direct train from Sofia to Bucharest. However, there are services departing from Sofia Sever and arriving at Bucharest via Gorna Oryahovitsa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

How far is it from Sofia to Bucharest?

The distance between Sofia and Bucharest is 332 km. The road distance is 382.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Sofia to Bucharest without a car is to train and night train which takes 6h 35m and costs $14 - $26.

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

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Sofia to Bucharest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Bucharest bus from?

Sofia to Bucharest bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, depart from Sofia Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Bucharest train from?

Sofia to Bucharest train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Sofia Sever station.

Bus or fly from Sofia to Bucharest?

The best way to get from Sofia to Bucharest is to fly which takes 3h 49m and costs $120 - $320. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $19 - $50 and takes 8h 1m.

Where does the Sofia to Bucharest bus arrive?

Sofia to Bucharest bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, arrive at București, Autogara Militari station.

Where does the Sofia to Bucharest train arrive?

Sofia to Bucharest train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Gorna Oryahovitsa station.

Can I drive from Sofia to Bucharest?

Yes, the driving distance between Sofia to Bucharest is 382 km. It takes approximately 5h 4m to drive from Sofia to Bucharest.

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

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

Where can I stay near Bucharest?

There are 5330+ hotels available in Bucharest.

Sofia to Bucharest - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, night train, and bus

There are 6 ways to get from Sofia to Bucharest by plane, train, night train, bus, car, 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.

Fly to Bucharest Otopeni
best
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)SOF - OTP
3h 49m
$126–311
Train, night train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Sofia Sever to Gorna Oryahovitsa2601 / ...
2. Take the night train from Gorna Oryahovitsa to BucharestBosphor Express
6h 35m
$15–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to București, Autogara MilitariUnion Ivkoni - Unibus 3670
8h 1m
$19–50
Drive 382.4 km
1. Drive from Sofia to Bucharest382.4 km
5h 4m
$61–88
Fly to Varna Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Varna Airport (VAR)SOF - VAR
2. Take a shuttle bus from Varna to Bucharest
6h 37m
$356–571
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Sofia to Bucharest
4h 44m
$270–410

Sofia to Bucharest by bus

11Weekly Buses

8h 1mAverage Duration

$19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 331.6 km
Duration: 3h 49m

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

Tarom flies from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) 6 times a week. Alternatively, Union Ivkoni operates a bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to București, Autogara Militari 6 times a week. Tickets cost $20–29 and the journey takes 8h 1m. FlixBus also services this route 5 times a week.

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