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 via Bratislava which costs €40 - €120 and takes 15h 24m.

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 - €270.

Is there a direct train between Sofia and Semmering?

No, there is no direct train from Sofia to Semmering. However, there are services departing from Sofia Sever and arriving at Semmering via Vidin, Craiova, Budapest-Keleti and Wien Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 46m.

How far is it from Sofia to Semmering?

The distance between Sofia and Semmering is 931 km. The road distance is 1005.9 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 24m and costs €40 - €120.

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

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

Where do I catch the Sofia to Semmering train from?

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

What is the time difference between Sofia and Semmering?

Semmering is 1h behind Sofia. It is currently 3:57 PM in Sofia and 2:57 PM in Semmering.

Where does the Sofia to Semmering train arrive?

Sofia to Semmering train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Vidin station.

Can I drive from Sofia to Semmering?

Yes, the driving distance between Sofia to Semmering is 1006 km. It takes approximately 11h 4m to drive from Sofia to Semmering.

Where can I stay near Semmering?

There are 311+ hotels available in Semmering.

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

There are 8 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)SOF - VIE
2. Take the train from Flughafen Wien to Semmering
6h 35m
€57–266
Bus, train via Bratislava
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sofia to Bratislava
2. Take the train from Bratislava Hlavna Stanica to Wien Hbf
3. Take the train from Wien Hbf to SemmeringRj
15h 24m
€43–118
Train
1. Take the train from Sofia Sever to VidinRe
2. Take the train from Vidin to Craiova
3. Take the train from Craiova to Budapest-KeletiIr
4. Take the train from Budapest-Keleti to Wien HbfEc / ...
5. Take the train from Wien Hbf to SemmeringRj
28h 46m
€105–182
Drive 1,005.9 km
1. Drive from Sofia to Semmering1,005.9 km
11h 4m
€165–238
Fly to Graz, train
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Graz (GRZ)SOF - GRZ
2. Take the train from Graz Hbf to Semmering
9h 14m
€138–428
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sofia Knyaginya Maria Luiza Station to Vienna, International Busterminal
2. Take the train from Wien Hbf to SemmeringRj
16h 9m
€68–111
Bus, train #2
1. Take the bus from Sofia Serdica Bus Station to Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler PlatzCitylines 27 / ...
2. Take the train from Wien Hbf to SemmeringRj
18h 3m
€58–116
Bus, train #3
1. Take the bus from Sofia to Graz
2. Take the train from Graz Hbf to SemmeringRj
18h 50m
€101–130

Sofia to Semmering by train

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28h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 931.4 km
Duration: 6h 35m

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You can take a train from Sofia Sever to Semmering via Vidin, Craiova, Budapest-Keleti, and Wien Hbf in around 28h 46m.

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