Bucharest to Sofia

Bucharest to Sofia

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Bucharest to Sofia Schedule

Bucharest to Sofia Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Daytrip Minivan 7pax Any timeRON 2,355
Tarom Economy #RO29108:20 - 09:35RON 548
Wizz Air Economy 15:05 - 23:10RON 437
Tarom Economy #RO29718:00 - 19:15RON 548
Union Ivkoni International Standard AC 23:30 - 07:30RON 148

Transportation from Bucharest to Sofia

Facts about the transport from Bucharest to Sofia

Cheapest Transport$32
Fastest Transport1h 15m
Earliest Departure8:20 AM
Latest Departure11:30 PM
Departures per day0
Distance400 kilometers
Transport CompaniesDaytrip, Tarom, Union Ivkoni International , Wizz Air

How to get from Bucharest to Sofia

Travelling between Bucharest and Sofia is possible by Flight, bus and taxi. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 512.33 if you go by ; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a which will set you back mere USD 336.07.

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

It can take you anywhere between 2 and 9 hours to travel between Bucharest and Sofia depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Bucharest and Sofia. Flight will bring you to your destination in 1h 15m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 8h 45m to reach Sofia.

How much does it cost to get from Bucharest to Sofia?

Travelling between Bucharest and Sofia can be as cheap as USD 336.07 if you opt for a and as expensive as USD 512.33 if you buy a ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Bucharest and Sofia ?

  • 2 from Bucharest to Sofia starting from 08:20 Henri Coanda Airport until 18:00 Henri Coanda Airport
  • 1 from Bucharest to Sofia starting from 22:45 Henri Coanda Airport until 23:30 Bucharest Militari Bus Station
  • 1 from Bucharest to Sofia starting from 00:00 Bucharest Hotel Transfer until 00:00 Bucharest Hotel Transfer

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Bucharest to Sofia.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Flights

Flying is the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Bucharest to Sofia, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 93.84.

Things to remember: Note that some of the airlines may have restrictions on checked luggage weight or require paying extra for check-in, choosing seats or transportation of oversized luggage.

If opting for a flight, calculate the time you will spend getting to and from the airports as well as the waiting time before your flight, getting through immigration in case of an international flight and recovering your checked luggage.

In certain cases all these procedures can add no less than 5 hours to your total travel time.

Airlines flying between Bucharest and Sofia

Tarom, Wizz Air

Bus

Travelling from Bucharest to Sofia overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Bucharest and Sofia

Union Ivkoni International

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Bucharest and Sofia

Daytrip

What is the most popular transport to get from Bucharest to Sofia?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 100% opted for a bus