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

The cheapest way to get from Budapest to Sofia is to bus which costs $45 - $95 and takes 11h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Budapest to Sofia is to fly which takes 4h 13m and costs $28 - $190.

Is there a direct bus between Budapest and Sofia?

No, there is no direct bus from Budapest to Sofia station. However, there are services departing from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar and arriving at Sofia Central Bus Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 40m.

How far is it from Budapest to Sofia?

The distance between Budapest and Sofia is 647 km. The road distance is 760.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Budapest to Sofia without a car is to bus which takes 11h 40m and costs $45 - $95.

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

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Budapest to Sofia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Budapest to Sofia bus from?

Budapest to Sofia bus services, operated by Karat-S, depart from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar station.

Bus or fly from Budapest to Sofia?

The best way to get from Budapest to Sofia is to fly which takes 4h 13m and costs $28 - $190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $95 and takes 11h 40m.

Where does the Budapest to Sofia bus arrive?

Budapest to Sofia bus services, operated by Karat-S, arrive at Sofia Central Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Budapest and Sofia?

Sofia is 1h ahead of Budapest. It is currently 3:27 PM in Budapest and 4:27 PM in Sofia.

Can I drive from Budapest to Sofia?

Yes, the driving distance between Budapest to Sofia is 760 km. It takes approximately 7h 18m to drive from Budapest to Sofia.

How do I get a bus ticket from Budapest to Sofia?

Book your Budapest to Sofia bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Sofia?

There are 2283+ hotels available in Sofia.

Budapest to Sofia - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and shuttle

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There are 5 ways to get from Budapest to Sofia by plane, bus, train, car, or shuttle

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1. Fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane BUD - SOF
4h 13m
$28–182
Bus
1. Take the bus from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Sofia Central Bus Stationbus
11h 40m
$46–91
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Budapest-Keleti to Baile Herculanetrain Ic
2. Take the bus from Băile Herculane to Sofiabus 1950
19h 19m
$70–105
Drive 760.2 km
1. Drive from Budapest to Sofiacar 760.2 km
7h 18m
$133–192
Shuttle, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Budapest to Beograd, Autobuska stanicashuttle
2. Take the bus from Beograd, Autobuska stanica to Sofia Central Bus Stationbus
12h 30m
$87–91

Budapest to Sofia by tram, train, and bus

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Distance: 647.3 km
Duration: 4h 13m

What companies run services between Budapest, Hungary and Sofia, Bulgaria?

Ryanair, Wizz Air, and Austrian Airlines fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Sofia Airport (SOF) twice daily. Alternatively, Karat-S operates a bus from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Sofia Central Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost $55–90 and the journey takes 10h 30m. Citylines also services this route 3 times a week.

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