Facts about the transport from Sofia to Budapest
| Cheapest Transport | $81 |
| Fastest Transport | 8h 8m |
| Earliest Departure | 9:00 AM |
| Latest Departure | 2:45 PM |
| Departures per day | 1 |
| Distance | 767 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | Karat S, Wizz Air |
Sofia to Budapest
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Sofia to Budapest Schedule
| Type | Operator | Class | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Price | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Taxi | Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver | Standard 3pax | Any time | +7h 54m | $668.38 | |
Flight | Air Serbia | Economy | 05:00 | 10:00 | $355.72 | |
Flight | LOT Polish Airlines | Economy | 05:20 | 17:55 | $175.02 | |
Flight | Ryanair | Economy | 05:45 | 07:05 | $276.35 | |
Flight | Lufthansa | Economy | 06:05 | 13:35 | $356.85 | |
Flight | Lufthansa | Economy | 06:25 | 19:05 | $323.79 | |
Flight | Wizz Air | Economy | 06:55 | 15:40 | $338.34 | |
Flight | Austrian Airlines | Economy | 08:00 | 15:30 | $1,270.22 | |
Bus | Karat S | Regular | 09:00 | 20:30 | $86.24 | |
Flight | Egyptair | Economy | 09:25 | 15:40 | $959.00 | |
Flight | Aegean Airlines | Economy | 09:45 | 17:25 | $463.88 | |
Flight | Tarom | Economy | 10:05 | 18:50 | $245.64 | |
Flight | Aegean | Economy | 10:50 | 15:15 | $361.51 | |
Flight | El Al | Economy | 11:20 | 20:30 | $748.79 | |
Flight | Wizz Air | Economy | 11:45 | 11:30 | $258.39 | |
Flight | Wizz Air | Economy | 12:05 | 12:05 | $101.39 | |
Flight | Austrian Airlines | Economy | 12:25 | 11:35 | $1,087.92 | |
Flight | Lufthansa | Economy | 12:45 | 00:35 | $1,302.09 | |
Flight | SWISS International Airlines | Economy | 13:15 | 09:45 | $773.49 | |
Flight | Bulgaria Air | Economy | 13:45 | 19:40 | $383.53 |
How to get from Sofia to Budapest
Travelling between Sofia and Budapest is possible by Flight, bus and taxi. Taxi guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 83.06 if you go by Bus; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 83.06.
How long does it take to get from Sofia to Budapest?
It can take you anywhere between 9 and 12 hours to travel between Sofia and Budapest depending on the means of transport you choose.
Taxi is the fastest way to travel between Sofia and Budapest. Taxi will bring you to your destination in 8h 8m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 11h 30m to reach Budapest.
How much does it cost to get from Sofia to Budapest?
Travelling between Sofia and Budapest can be as cheap as USD 83.06 if you opt for a Karat S bus and as expensive as USD 83.06 if you buy a Karat S Bus 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 Sofia and Budapest ?
- 1 from Sofia to Budapest starting from 09:00 Sofia Serdica Bus Station until 09:00 Sofia Serdica Bus Station
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Sofia to Budapest.
What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?
Bus
Travelling from Sofia to Budapest 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 Sofia and Budapest
Karat S
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 Sofia and Budapest
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver
What is the most popular transport to get from Sofia to Budapest?
There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with taxi remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.
Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route
- 100% bought a taxi ride
Transportation from Sofia to Budapest
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Buses$ 83.12
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Flights$ 80.17
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Taxis$ 731.56
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Trains are not available
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Ferries are not available
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Vans are not available