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

The cheapest way to get from Sofia to Berlin is to bus which costs €65 - €110 and takes 24h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sofia to Berlin is to fly which takes 5h 12m and costs €45 - €270.

Is there a direct bus between Sofia and Berlin?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sofia Central Bus Station station and arriving at Berlin Hauptbahnhof. Services depart once a week, and operate Wednesday. The journey takes approximately 24h 10m.

How far is it from Sofia to Berlin?

The distance between Sofia and Berlin is 1347 km. The road distance is 1563.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Sofia to Berlin without a car is to bus which takes 24h 10m and costs €65 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 12m to get from Sofia to Berlin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Berlin bus from?

Sofia to Berlin bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, depart from Sofia Central Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Sofia to Berlin?

The best way to get from Sofia to Berlin is to fly which takes 5h 12m and costs €45 - €270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €65 - €110 and takes 24h 10m.

Where does the Sofia to Berlin bus arrive?

Sofia to Berlin bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, arrive at Berlin Hauptbahnhof station.

What is the time difference between Sofia and Berlin?

Berlin is 1h behind Sofia. It is currently 8:14 PM in Sofia and 7:14 PM in Berlin.

Can I drive from Sofia to Berlin?

Yes, the driving distance between Sofia to Berlin is 1564 km. It takes approximately 16h 14m to drive from Sofia to Berlin.

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

Book your Sofia to Berlin bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Berlin?

There are 2672+ hotels available in Berlin.

Sofia to Berlin - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane SOF - BER
5h 12m
€49–268
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Berlin Hauptbahnhofbus
24h 10m
€65–110
Drive 1,563.6 km
1. Drive from Sofia to Berlincar 1,563.6 km
16h 14m
€231–333
Bus via Niš
1. Take the bus from Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika to Niš, Autobuska Stanicabus
2. Take the bus from Niš, Autobuska Stanica to Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhofbus
28h 40m
€115–245

Sofia to Berlin by bus

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Distance: 1,346.5 km
Duration: 5h 12m

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

Wizz Air, Ryanair, and six other airlines fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) every 3 hours. Alternatively, Union Ivkoni operates a bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Berlin Hauptbahnhof once a week. Tickets cost €65–110 and the journey takes 24h 10m.

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