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

The cheapest way to get from Sofia to Banat is to bus and train which costs $60 - $90 and takes 13h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sofia to Banat is to drive which takes 6h 59m and costs $80 - $120.

Is there a direct bus between Sofia and Banat?

No, there is no direct bus from Sofia to Banat. However, there are services departing from Sofia and arriving at Timișoara via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 10m.

How far is it from Sofia to Banat?

The distance between Sofia and Banat is 601 km. The road distance is 515.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Sofia to Banat without a car is to bus which takes 12h 10m and costs $70 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 12h 10m to get from Sofia to Banat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Banat bus from?

Sofia to Banat bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Sofia station.

Bus or fly from Sofia to Banat?

The best way to get from Sofia to Banat is to bus which takes 12h 10m and costs $70 - $120. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $100 - $230 and takes 8h 2m.

Where does the Sofia to Banat bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sofia to Banat?

Yes, the driving distance between Sofia to Banat is 515 km. It takes approximately 6h 59m to drive from Sofia to Banat.

Where can I stay near Banat?

There are 1085+ hotels available in Banat.

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

How to get fromSofia to Banat

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Sofia to Timișoarabus 1950
12h 10m
$72–111
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sofia to Băile Herculanebus 1950
2. Take the train from Băile Herculane to Şuştra h.train Orşova - Timişoara Nord
13h 28m
$60–90
Drive 515.4 km
1. Drive from Sofia to Banatcar 515.4 km
6h 59m
$83–119
Fly
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Timișoara Traian Vuia International Airport (TSR)plane SOF - TSR
8h 2m
$109–226
Bus via Orșova
1. Take the bus from Sofia to Orșovabus 1950
2. Take the bus from Orșova to Suștrabus
12h 34m

Sofia Airport (SOF) to Timișoara Traian Vuia International Airport (TSR) flights

14Weekly Planes

6h 47mAverage Duration

$73Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 600.9 km
Duration: 12h 10m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Sofia to Timișoara 5 times a week. Tickets cost $50–90 and the journey takes 11h 25m. Alternatively, Turkish Airlines, Tarom, and five other airlines fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Timișoara Traian Vuia International Airport (TSR) twice daily.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Romania

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.

Related travel guides

Want to know more about Flixbus?

Rome2Rio’s guide has all the details

Read the travel guide Want to know more about Flixbus?

How to get fromSofia to Banatby bus, car, plane, or train

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

Bus

Bus, train

Drive 515.4 km

Fly

Bus via Orșova