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

The cheapest way to get from Sofia to Leipzig is to bus which costs €55 - €85 and takes 20h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sofia to Leipzig is to fly and train which takes 6h 46m and costs €75 - €250.

Is there a direct bus between Sofia and Leipzig?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sofia and arriving at Leipzig. Services depart once a week, and operate Wednesday. The journey takes approximately 20h 30m.

How far is it from Sofia to Leipzig?

The distance between Sofia and Leipzig is 1318 km. The road distance is 1481 km.

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

The best way to get from Sofia to Leipzig without a car is to bus which takes 20h 30m and costs €55 - €85.

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

It takes approximately 7h 39m to get from Sofia to Leipzig, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Leipzig bus from?

Sofia to Leipzig bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, depart from Sofia station.

Bus or fly from Sofia to Leipzig?

The best way to get from Sofia to Leipzig is to fly which takes 7h 39m and costs €140 - €340. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €55 - €85 and takes 20h 30m.

Where does the Sofia to Leipzig bus arrive?

Sofia to Leipzig bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, arrive at Leipzig station.

What is the time difference between Sofia and Leipzig?

Leipzig is 1h behind Sofia. It is currently 1:14 PM in Sofia and 12:14 PM in Leipzig.

Can I drive from Sofia to Leipzig?

Yes, the driving distance between Sofia to Leipzig is 1481 km. It takes approximately 15h 19m to drive from Sofia to Leipzig.

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

Book your Sofia to Leipzig bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Leipzig?

There are 1478+ hotels available in Leipzig.

Sofia to Leipzig - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and car train

There are 8 ways to get from Sofia to Leipzig 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 to Leipzig-Halle Airport
best
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ)plane SOF - LEJ
7h 39m
€141–333
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sofia to Leipzigbus
20h 30m
€55–85
Drive 1,481 km
1. Drive from Sofia to Leipzigcar 1,481 km
15h 19m
€212–306
Fly to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, train
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane SOF - BER
2. Take the train from S Südkreuz Bhf to Leipzig Hbftrain
6h 46m
€79–246
Fly to Dresden Airport, train
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Dresden Airport (DRS)plane SOF - DRS
2. Take the train from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt to Leipzig Hbftrain
8h 2m
€194–681
Fly to Nuremberg Airport, train
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Nuremberg Airport (NUE)plane SOF - NUE
2. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Leipzig Hbftrain
7h 38m
€93–359
Bus via Niš
1. Take the bus from Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika to Niš, Autobuska Stanicabus
2. Take the bus from Niš, Autobuska Stanica to Leipzigbus
26h 40m
€109–184
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Sofia to Villach Hbf ARZcar
2. Take the car train from Villach Hbf ARZ to Würzburg Hbfcartrain
3. Drive from Würzburg Hbf to Leipzigcar
16h 27m
€302–426

Sofia to Leipzig by bus

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26h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,318.2 km
Duration: 7h 39m

What companies run services between Sofia, Bulgaria and Leipzig, Germany?

Lufthansa, Austrian Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) twice daily. Alternatively, Union Ivkoni operates a bus from Sofia to Leipzig once a week. Tickets cost €55–85 and the journey takes 20h 30m.

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