The train between Bucharest (Station) and Sofia takes 6h 42m. The train runs, on average, once a week from Bucharest (Station) to Sofia. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run on demand between Bucharest (Station) and Sofia. Service times information will be available soon. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 6h 42m.
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No, there is no direct train from Bucharest (Station) to Sofia. However, there are services departing from Bucharest station and arriving at Sofia Sever station via Gorna Oryahovitsa station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 42m.
Bucharest (Station) to Sofia train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Bucharest station.
Bucharest (Station) to Sofia train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Sofia Sever station.
The distance between Bucharest (Station) and Sofia is 294.8 km. The road distance is 385 km.
There is no direct connection from Bucharest (Station) to Sofia. However, you can take the vehicle to Gorna Oryahovitsa, walk to Gorna Oryahovitsa, then take the train to Sofia Sever.