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

The cheapest way to get from Sofia to Lienz is to bus and train which costs €80 - €140 and takes 19h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sofia to Lienz is to fly and train which takes 9h 42m and costs €95 - €500.

How far is it from Sofia to Lienz?

The distance between Sofia and Lienz is 1125 km. The road distance is 1127.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Sofia to Lienz without a car is to bus and train via Ljubljana which takes 16h 46m and costs €100 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 16h 46m to get from Sofia to Lienz, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Sofia and Lienz?

Lienz is 1h behind Sofia. It is currently 4:34 PM in Sofia and 3:34 PM in Lienz.

Can I drive from Sofia to Lienz?

Yes, the driving distance between Sofia to Lienz is 1127 km. It takes approximately 10h 46m to drive from Sofia to Lienz.

Where can I stay near Lienz?

There are 631+ hotels available in Lienz.

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

There are 9 ways to get from Sofia to Lienz 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, train via Ljubljana
best
1. Take the bus from Sofia to Ljubljanabus
2. Take the train from Ljubljana to Villach Hbftrain 318 / ...
3. Take the train from Villach Hbf to Lienz In Osttiroltrain
16h 46m
€104–126
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sofia to Villach Hbfbus N981
2. Take the train from Villach Hbf to Lienz In Osttiroltrain 4632 / ...
19h 31m
€83–138
Drive 1,127.3 km
1. Drive from Sofia to Lienzcar 1,127.3 km
10h 46m
€183–264
Fly to Innsbruck Airport, shuttle, train
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Innsbruck Airport (INN)plane SOF - INN
2. Take a shuttle bus from Innsbruck Airport to Villabassashuttle
3. Take the train from Villabassa Braies/Niederdorf Prags to Lienz In Osttiroltrain
10h 30m
€185–350
Bus, train #2
1. Take the bus from Sofia to Villachbus
2. Take the train from Villach Hbf to Lienz In Osttiroltrain 4632 / ...
20h 49m
€106–177
Fly to Klagenfurt Airport, train
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Klagenfurt Airport (KLU)plane SOF - KLU
2. Take the train from Klagenfurt Hbf to Lienz In Osttiroltrain
9h 42m
€96–501
Fly to Vienna International Airport, train
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane SOF - VIE
2. Take the train from Flughafen Wien to Lienz In Osttiroltrain
10h 39m
€101–261
Fly to Il Caravaggio International Airport, shuttle, train
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Il Caravaggio International Airport (BGY)plane SOF - BGY
2. Take a shuttle bus from Orio al Serio Airport to Bruneckshuttle
3. Take the train from Brunico Bruneck to Lienz In Osttiroltrain
11h 31m
€96–216
Fly to Munich International Airport, train
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Munich International Airport (MUC)plane SOF - MUC
2. Take the train from Ostbahnhof to Salzburg Hauptbahnhoftrain
3. Take the train from Salzburg Hbf to Spittal-Millstaetter Seetrain
4. Take the train from Spittal-Millstaetter See to Lienz In Osttiroltrain
11h 3m
€158–563

Sofia to Lienz by bus and train

2Weekly Services

16h 46mAverage Duration

€104Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 1,125.4 km
Duration: 16h 46m

What companies run services between Sofia, Bulgaria and Lienz, Tyrol, Austria?

There is no direct connection from Sofia to Lienz. However, you can take the bus to Ljubljana, walk to Ljubljana, take the train to Villach Hbf, then take the train to Lienz In Osttirol. Alternatively, you can drive from Sofia to Lienz in around 10h 46m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Austria

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.