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

The cheapest way to get from Sofia to Vienna is to bus via Erdberg which costs €64 and takes 13h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sofia to Vienna is to fly which takes 4h 27m and costs €40 - €150.

Is there a direct bus between Sofia and Vienna?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sofia and arriving at Wien Hbf. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 14h 10m.

How far is it from Sofia to Vienna?

The distance between Sofia and Vienna is 839 km. The road distance is 951.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Sofia to Vienna without a car is to bus via Erdberg which takes 13h 39m and costs €64.

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

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Sofia to Vienna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Vienna bus from?

Sofia to Vienna bus services, operated by Karat-S, depart from Sofia station.

Bus or fly from Sofia to Vienna?

The best way to get from Sofia to Vienna is to fly which takes 4h 27m and costs €40 - €150. Alternatively, you can bus via Erdberg, which costs €64 and takes 13h 39m.

Where does the Sofia to Vienna bus arrive?

Sofia to Vienna bus services, operated by Karat-S, arrive at Wien Hbf station.

What is the time difference between Sofia and Vienna?

Vienna is 1h behind Sofia. It is currently 1:38 PM in Sofia and 12:38 PM in Vienna.

Can I drive from Sofia to Vienna?

Yes, the driving distance between Sofia to Vienna is 952 km. It takes approximately 10h 33m to drive from Sofia to Vienna.

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

Book your Sofia to Vienna bus tickets online with Omio and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Vienna?

There are 4792+ hotels available in Vienna.

Sofia to Vienna - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Sofia to Vienna by plane, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane SOF - VIE
4h 27m
€41–149
Bus via Erdberg
1. Take the bus from Sofia Knyaginya Maria Luiza Station to Vienna, International Busterminalbus
13h 39m
€64
Drive 951.7 km
1. Drive from Sofia to Viennacar 951.7 km
10h 33m
€154–222
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sofia to Wien Hbfbus
14h 10m
€50–150
Bus via Sofia Serdica Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Sofia Serdica Bus Station to Vienna, International Busterminalbus
16h 23m
€103–145
Bus via Sofia
1. Take the bus from Sofia to Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)bus N982
19h 9m
€80–131

Sofia to Vienna by bus and subway

3Weekly Services

19h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 838.7 km
Duration: 4h 27m

What companies run services between Sofia, Bulgaria and Vienna, Austria?

Ryanair and Austrian Airlines fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Vienna International Airport (VIE) 5 times a day. Alternatively, Air Kona operates a bus from Sofia Knyaginya Maria Luiza Station to Vienna, International Busterminal once daily. Tickets cost €61 and the journey takes 13h 30m.

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