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

The cheapest way to get from Spain to Sofia is to fly which costs $40 - $180 and takes 6h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Spain to Sofia is to fly which takes 5h 46m and costs $50 - $220.

Is there a direct bus between Spain and Sofia?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Barcelona and arriving at Sofia. Services depart twice a week, and operate Tuesday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 35h 30m.

How far is it from Spain to Sofia?

The distance between Spain and Sofia is 1798 km. The road distance is 2299.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Spain to Sofia without a car is to train and bus which takes 32h 3m and costs $260 - $500.

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

It takes approximately 6h 7m to get from Spain to Sofia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Spain to Sofia bus from?

Spain to Sofia bus services, operated by Yubim, depart from Barcelona station.

Bus or fly from Spain to Sofia?

The best way to get from Spain to Sofia is to fly which takes 6h 7m and costs $40 - $180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $130 - $170 and takes 35h 30m.

Where does the Spain to Sofia bus arrive?

Spain to Sofia bus services, operated by Yubim, arrive at Sofia station.

Can I drive from Spain to Sofia?

Yes, the driving distance between Spain to Sofia is 2300 km. It takes approximately 23h 22m to drive from Spain to Sofia.

Where can I stay near Sofia?

There are 2130+ hotels available in Sofia.

Spain to Sofia - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and car train

There are 10 ways to get from Spain to Sofia by plane, train, bus, car, or car train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly from Barcelona–El Prat Airport
best
1. Fly from Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane BCN - SOF
6h 7m
$41–177
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Barcelona-Sants to Lyon Part Dieutrain
2. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Torino Porta Susatrain Fr
3. Take the train from Torino Porta Susa to Trieste Centraletrain Fr
4. Take the bus from Trieste to Sofiabus
32h 3m
$267–502
Bus
1. Take the bus from Barcelona to Sofiabus
35h 30m
$130–170
Drive 2,299.9 km
1. Drive from Barcelona to Sofiacar 2,299.9 km
23h 22m
$421–607
Fly from Son Sant Joan Airport
1. Fly from Son Sant Joan Airport (PMI) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane PMI - SOF
5h 46m
$52–217
Fly from Valencia Airport
1. Fly from Valencia Airport (VLC) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane VLC - SOF
6h 24m
$65–207
Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport
1. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane MAD - SOF
6h 52m
$55–206
Fly from Málaga Airport
1. Fly from Málaga Airport (AGP) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane AGP - SOF
6h 34m
$58–203
Bus via Tirana
1. Take the bus from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord to Tiranabus
2. Take the bus from Tirana to Skopje, Transporten Centarbus
3. Take the bus from Skopje, Transporten Centar to Sofiabus
47h 21m
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Barcelona to München Ostcar
2. Take the car train from München Ost to Villach Hbf ARZcartrain
3. Drive from Villach Hbf ARZ to Sofiacar
24h 56m
$532–760

Spain to Sofia by train and bus

2Weekly Services

32h 3mAverage Duration

$267Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,797.9 km
Duration: 6h 7m

What companies run services between Spain and Sofia, Bulgaria?

Wizz Air, Ryanair, and Bulgaria Air fly from Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN) to Sofia Airport (SOF) twice daily. Alternatively, Yubim operates a bus from Barcelona to Sofia twice a week. Tickets cost $130–170 and the journey takes 35h 30m.

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