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

The cheapest way to get from Sofia to Semmering is to bus and train which costs €70 - €90 and takes 17h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sofia to Semmering is to fly and train which takes 6h 35m and costs €55 - €190.

How far is it from Sofia to Semmering?

The distance between Sofia and Semmering is 931 km. The road distance is 1005.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Sofia to Semmering without a car is to bus and train via Bratislava which takes 15h 41m and costs €40 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 6h 35m to get from Sofia to Semmering, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Sofia and Semmering?

Semmering is 1h behind Sofia. It is currently 10:49 AM in Sofia and 9:49 AM in Semmering.

Can I drive from Sofia to Semmering?

Yes, the driving distance between Sofia to Semmering is 1006 km. It takes approximately 11h 9m to drive from Sofia to Semmering.

Where can I stay near Semmering?

There are 325+ hotels available in Semmering.

Sofia to Semmering - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Sofia to Semmering by plane, train, bus, 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 Vienna International Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane SOF - VIE
2. Take the train from Flughafen Wien to Semmeringtrain
6h 35m
€57–186
Bus, train via Bratislava
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sofia to Bratislavabus
2. Take the train from Bratislava Hlavna Stanica to Wien Hbftrain 46 / ...
3. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Semmeringtrain Rj
15h 41m
€43–128
Drive 1,005.8 km
1. Drive from Sofia to Semmeringcar 1,005.8 km
11h 9m
€162–234
Fly to Graz Airport, train
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Graz Airport (GRZ)plane SOF - GRZ
2. Take the train from Graz Hauptbahnhof to Semmeringtrain
9h 41m
€162–386
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sofia Knyaginya Maria Luiza Station to Vienna, International Busterminalbus
2. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Gloggnitztrain Cjx / ...
17h 1m
€70–89
Bus, train #2
1. Take the bus from Sofia Serdica Bus Station to Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platzbus Citylines 27 / ...
2. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Semmeringtrain Rj
18h 18m
€58–121
Bus, train #3
1. Take the bus from Sofia to Grazbus
2. Take the train from Graz Hauptbahnhof to Semmeringtrain Rj
19h 14m
€105–135

Sofia to Semmering by bus and train

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18h 18mAverage Duration

€58Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Sofia to Semmering.

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Distance: 931.4 km
Duration: 6h 35m

What companies run services between Sofia, Bulgaria and Semmering, Lower Austria?

There is no direct connection from Sofia to Semmering. However, you can take the line 84 shuttle to Terminal 1, walk to Sofia Airport (SOF) airport, fly to Vienna International Airport (VIE), walk to Flughafen Wien, then take the train to Semmering. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sofia to Semmering via Bratislava, Bratislava Hlavna Stanica, and Wien Hbf in around 15h 41m.

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