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

The cheapest way to get from Sofia to Burgas is to train which costs $6 - $10 and takes 5h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sofia to Burgas is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs $60 - $90.

Is there a direct bus between Sofia and Burgas?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sofia Central Bus Station station and arriving at Burgas Bus Station South station. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Sofia and Burgas?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sofia and arriving at Burgas. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 37m.

How far is it from Sofia to Burgas?

The distance between Sofia and Burgas is 403 km. The road distance is 382.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Sofia to Burgas without a car is to bus which takes 5h 35m and costs $17 - $35.

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

The bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Burgas Bus Station South takes 5h 35m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Burgas bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Sofia to Burgas train from?

Sofia to Burgas train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Sofia station.

Train or bus from Sofia to Burgas?

The best way to get from Sofia to Burgas is to bus which takes 5h 35m and costs $17 - $35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $6 - $10 and takes 5h 37m.

Where does the Sofia to Burgas bus arrive?

Sofia to Burgas bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, arrive at Burgas Bus Station South.

Where does the Sofia to Burgas train arrive?

Sofia to Burgas train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Burgas station.

Can I drive from Sofia to Burgas?

Yes, the driving distance between Sofia to Burgas is 382 km. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Sofia to Burgas.

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

Book your Sofia to Burgas bus tickets online with Omio, Distribusion and 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near Burgas?

There are 2601+ hotels available in Burgas.

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Burgas Bus Station Southbus Union Ivkoni
5h 35m
$17–35
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Sofia to Burgastrain Ic
5h 37m
$6–10
Drive 382.4 km
1. Drive from Sofia to Burgascar 382.4 km
3h 15m
$61–87
Fly, shuttle
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Varna Airport (VAR)plane SOF - VAR
2. Take a shuttle bus from Varna Airport to Burgasshuttle
4h 47m
$165–345
Bus via Karnobat
1. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Karnobat Bus Stationbus Union Ivkoni
2. Take the bus from Karnobat to Burgasbus
7h 23m
$21–31

Sofia to Burgas by train

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5h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 402.6 km
Duration: 5h 35m

What companies run services between Sofia, Bulgaria and Burgas, Bulgaria?

Union Ivkoni operates a bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Burgas Bus Station South every 3 hours. Tickets cost $18–27 and the journey takes 5h 35m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) operates a train from Sofia to Burgas hourly. Tickets cost $6–10 and the journey takes 5h 37m.

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