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

The cheapest way to get from Sofia to Semmering railway is to bus and train via Bratislava which costs €40 - €120 and takes 15h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sofia to Semmering railway is to fly and train which takes 6h 54m and costs €55 - €270.

Is there a direct train between Sofia and Semmering railway?

No, there is no direct train from Sofia to Semmering railway. 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 29h 5m.

How far is it from Sofia to Semmering railway?

The distance between Sofia and Semmering railway is 933 km. The road distance is 1003.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Sofia to Semmering railway without a car is to bus and train via Bratislava which takes 15h 43m and costs €40 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 6h 54m to get from Sofia to Semmering railway, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Semmering railway train from?

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

Where does the Sofia to Semmering railway train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sofia to Semmering railway?

Yes, the driving distance between Sofia to Semmering railway is 1003 km. It takes approximately 11h 10m to drive from Sofia to Semmering railway.

Where can I stay near Semmering railway?

There are 311+ hotels available in Semmering railway.

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

There are 8 ways to get from Sofia to Semmering railway 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 54m
€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 43m
€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
29h 5m
€105–182
Drive 1,003.1 km
1. Drive from Sofia to Semmering railway1,003.1 km
11h 10m
€164–237
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 33m
€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 28m
€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 22m
€58–116
Bus, train #3
1. Take the bus from Sofia to Graz
2. Take the train from Graz Hbf to SemmeringRj
19h 9m
€101–130

Sofia to Semmering railway by train and foot

7Weekly Services

29h 5mAverage Duration

€105Cheapest Price

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Distance: 932.9 km
Duration: 6h 54m

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

You can take a train from Sofia Sever to Semmering railway via Vidin, Craiova, Budapest-Keleti, Wien Hbf, and Semmering in around 29h 5m.

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