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

The cheapest way to get from Giurgiu to Sofia is to bus which costs $34 and takes 4h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Giurgiu to Sofia is to drive which takes 4h 21m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Giurgiu and Sofia?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ruse East and arriving at Sofia. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Giurgiu and Sofia?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Giurgiu Nord and arriving at Sofia. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 28m.

How far is it from Giurgiu to Sofia?

The distance between Giurgiu and Sofia is 314 km. The road distance is 323.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Giurgiu to Sofia without a car is to bus which takes 4h 35m and costs $34.

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

The bus from Ruse East to Sofia takes 4h 35m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Giurgiu to Sofia bus from?

Giurgiu to Sofia bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Ruse East station.

Where do I catch the Giurgiu to Sofia train from?

Giurgiu to Sofia train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), depart from Giurgiu Nord station.

Train or bus from Giurgiu to Sofia?

The best way to get from Giurgiu to Sofia is to bus which takes 4h 35m and costs $34. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $37 - $40 and takes 7h 28m.

Where does the Giurgiu to Sofia bus arrive?

Giurgiu to Sofia bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Sofia station.

Where does the Giurgiu to Sofia train arrive?

Giurgiu to Sofia train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), arrive at Sofia station.

Can I drive from Giurgiu to Sofia?

Yes, the driving distance between Giurgiu to Sofia is 323 km. It takes approximately 4h 21m to drive from Giurgiu to Sofia.

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

Book your Giurgiu to Sofia bus tickets online with Omio, FlixBus and 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near Sofia?

There are 2302+ hotels available in Sofia.

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There are 4 ways to get from Giurgiu to Sofia by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ruse East to Sofiabus N980 / ...
4h 35m
$34
Train
1. Take the train from Giurgiu Nord to Sofiatrain 461
7h 28m
$37–40
Drive 323.1 km
1. Drive from Giurgiu to Sofiacar 323.1 km
4h 21m
$52–75
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Ruse Razpredelitelna to Varnatrain
2. Fly from Varna Airport (VAR) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane VAR - SOF
6h 14m
$139–241

Giurgiu to Sofia by bus

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Distance: 313.5 km
Duration: 4h 35m

What companies run services between Giurgiu, Romania and Sofia, Bulgaria?

FlixBus operates a bus from Ruse East to Sofia twice daily. Tickets cost $30–55 and the journey takes 4h 35m. LIKEBUS also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Romanian Railways (CFR) operates a train from Giurgiu Nord to Sofia 3 times a day. Tickets cost $37–40 and the journey takes 7h 28m.

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