What is the cheapest way to get from Berlin to Bulgaria?

The cheapest way to get from Berlin to Bulgaria is to bus which costs $75 - $120 and takes 24h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Berlin to Bulgaria?

The fastest way to get from Berlin to Bulgaria is to fly which takes 4h 29m and costs $95 - $350.

Is there a direct bus between Berlin and Bulgaria?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Berlin Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Sofia Central Bus Station station. Services depart once a week, and operate Wednesday. The journey takes approximately 24h 11m.

How far is it from Berlin to Bulgaria?

The distance between Berlin and Bulgaria is 1349 km. The road distance is 1562 km.

How do I travel from Berlin to Bulgaria without a car?

The best way to get from Berlin to Bulgaria without a car is to bus which takes 24h 11m and costs $75 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Berlin to Bulgaria?

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from Berlin to Bulgaria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Berlin to Bulgaria bus from?

Berlin to Bulgaria bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, depart from Berlin Hauptbahnhof station.

Bus or fly from Berlin to Bulgaria?

The best way to get from Berlin to Bulgaria is to fly which takes 5h 31m and costs $50 - $290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $75 - $120 and takes 24h 11m.

Where does the Berlin to Bulgaria bus arrive?

Berlin to Bulgaria bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, arrive at Sofia Central Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Berlin and Bulgaria?

Bulgaria is 1h ahead of Berlin. It is currently 12:00 PM in Berlin and 1:00 PM in Bulgaria.

Can I drive from Berlin to Bulgaria?

Yes, the driving distance between Berlin to Bulgaria is 1562 km. It takes approximately 16h 12m to drive from Berlin to Bulgaria.

How do I get a bus ticket from Berlin to Bulgaria?

Book your Berlin to Bulgaria bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Bulgaria?

There are 2268+ hotels available in Bulgaria.

Berlin to Bulgaria - 7 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Berlin to Bulgaria by plane, bus, or car

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Fly to Sofia Airport
best
1. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane BER - SOF
5h 31m
$55–283
Fly to Bucharest Otopeni, bus
cheapest
1. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)plane BER - OTP
2. Take the bus from Buchurest to Rusebus
7h 45m
$53–278
Bus
1. Take the bus from Berlin Hauptbahnhof to Sofia Central Bus Stationbus
24h 11m
$75–120
Drive 1,562 km
1. Drive from Berlin to Sofiacar 1,562 km
16h 12m
$258–372
Fly to Varna Airport
1. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Varna Airport (VAR)plane BER - VAR
5h 7m
$149–472
Fly to Burgas Airport
1. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Burgas Airport (BOJ)plane BER - BOJ
4h 29m
$96–345
Bus via S Westkreuz
1. Take the bus from Berlin Central Bus Station to Sofia Serdica Bus Stationbus Arda-Tur
25h 16m
$251–253

Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Sofia Airport (SOF) flights

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Distance: 1,349 km
Duration: 5h 31m

What companies run services between Berlin, Germany and Bulgaria?

Ryanair, Bulgaria Air, and five other airlines fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Sofia Airport (SOF) every 3 hours. Alternatively, Union Ivkoni operates a bus from Berlin Hauptbahnhof to Sofia Central Bus Station once a week. Tickets cost $75–120 and the journey takes 24h 11m.

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