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

The cheapest way to get from Dresden to Sofia is to bus and fly which costs $55 - $220 and takes 6h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dresden to Sofia is to train and fly which takes 6h 15m and costs $80 - $400.

Is there a direct bus between Dresden and Sofia?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Dresden Bayrische Strasse and arriving at Sofia Serdica Bus Station station. Services depart once a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21h 35m.

How far is it from Dresden to Sofia?

The distance between Dresden and Sofia is 1214 km. The road distance is 1375 km.

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

The best way to get from Dresden to Sofia without a car is to bus which takes 21h 35m and costs $95 - $220.

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

It takes approximately 7h 14m to get from Dresden to Sofia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dresden to Sofia bus from?

Dresden to Sofia bus services, operated by Arda Tur, depart from Dresden Bayrische Strasse station.

Bus or fly from Dresden to Sofia?

The best way to get from Dresden to Sofia is to fly which takes 7h 14m and costs $130 - $430. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $95 - $220 and takes 21h 35m.

Where does the Dresden to Sofia bus arrive?

Dresden to Sofia bus services, operated by Arda Tur, arrive at Sofia Serdica Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Dresden and Sofia?

Sofia is 1h ahead of Dresden. It is currently 1:26 AM in Dresden and 2:26 AM in Sofia.

Can I drive from Dresden to Sofia?

Yes, the driving distance between Dresden to Sofia is 1375 km. It takes approximately 14h 24m to drive from Dresden to Sofia.

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

Book your Dresden to Sofia bus tickets online with Omio and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Sofia?

There are 2254+ hotels available in Sofia.

Dresden to Sofia - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Dresden to Sofia by plane, bus, car, or train

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Fly from Dresden Airport
best
1. Fly from Dresden Airport (DRS) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane DRS - SOF
7h 14m
$134–427
Bus to Václav Havel Airport Prague, fly
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dresden to Praha Hlavní nádražíbus
2. Fly from Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane PRG - SOF
6h 33m
$60–217
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dresden Bayrische Strasse to Sofia Serdica Bus Stationbus Arda-Tur
21h 35m
$95–220
Drive 1,375 km
1. Drive from Dresden to Sofiacar 1,375 km
14h 24m
$227–328
Train to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt to Flughafen BERtrain
2. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane BER - SOF
6h 15m
$85–395
Bus via Prague
1. Take the bus from Dresden central station to Praha, ÚAN Florencbus N60 / ...
2. Take the bus from Praha, ÚAN Florenc to Sofiabus N982
25h 30m
$132–220

Dresden to Sofia by bus

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25h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,214.3 km
Duration: 7h 14m

What companies run services between Dresden, Germany and Sofia, Bulgaria?

Lufthansa, World Ticket, and Bulgaria Air fly from Dresden Airport (DRS) to Sofia Airport (SOF) twice daily. Alternatively, Arda Tur operates a bus from Dresden Bayrische Strasse to Sofia Serdica Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost $218 and the journey takes 21h 35m. Two other operators also service this route.

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