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

The cheapest way to get from Sofia to Katowice is to bus and train which costs 230 zł - 370 zł and takes 19h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sofia to Katowice is to fly and train which takes 6h 34m and costs 140 zł - 750 zł.

Is there a direct bus between Sofia and Katowice?

No, there is no direct bus from Sofia station to Katowice station. However, there are services departing from Sofia Central Bus Station and arriving at Katowice, Bus Station Sadowa via Brno. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 17m.

How far is it from Sofia to Katowice?

The distance between Sofia and Katowice is 969 km. The road distance is 1148 km.

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

The best way to get from Sofia to Katowice without a car is to bus which takes 19h 17m and costs 250 zł - 420 zł.

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

It takes approximately 7h 25m to get from Sofia to Katowice, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Katowice bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Sofia to Katowice?

The best way to get from Sofia to Katowice is to fly which takes 7h 25m and costs 300 zł - 800 zł. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 250 zł - 420 zł and takes 19h 17m.

Where does the Sofia to Katowice bus arrive?

Sofia to Katowice bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, arrive at Brno station.

What is the time difference between Sofia and Katowice?

Katowice is 1h behind Sofia. It is currently 1:37 PM in Sofia and 12:37 PM in Katowice.

Can I drive from Sofia to Katowice?

Yes, the driving distance between Sofia to Katowice is 1148 km. It takes approximately 13h 22m to drive from Sofia to Katowice.

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

Book your Sofia to Katowice bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Katowice?

There are 1560+ hotels available in Katowice.

Sofia to Katowice - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 10 ways to get from Sofia to Katowice by plane, bus, car, or train

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Fly to Katowice International Airport
best
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Katowice International Airport (KTW)plane SOF - KTW
7h 25m
zł 301–771
Fly to John Paul Ii International Airport Kraków–Balice, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to John Paul Ii International Airport Kraków–Balice (KRK)plane SOF - KRK
2. Take the train from Krakow Glowny to Katowicetrain
6h 34m
zł 148–741
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Brnobus
2. Take the bus from Brno to Katowice, Bus Station Sadowabus 916A / ...
19h 17m
zł 250–416
Drive 1,148 km
1. Drive from Sofia to Katowicecar 1,148 km
13h 22m
zł 730–1,055
Fly to Warsaw Chopin Airport, train
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW)plane SOF - WAW
2. Take the train from Warszawa Zachodnia to Katowicetrain
8h 22m
zł 164–1,069
Fly to Wroclaw, train
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Wroclaw (WRO)plane SOF - WRO
2. Take the train from Wroclaw Glowny to Katowicetrain
8h 57m
zł 272–994
Fly to Vienna International Airport, train
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane SOF - VIE
2. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Katowicetrain
10h 24m
zł 609–1,242
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Bratislavabus
2. Take the train from Bratislava hl.st. to Katowicetrain Ec 130
19h 35m
zł 233–365
Bus, train via Budapest
1. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvarbus
2. Take the train from Budapest-Nyugati to Katowicetrain Ec
20h 8m
zł 316–486
Bus via Vienna
1. Take the bus from Sofia Knyaginya Maria Luiza Station to Vienna, International Busterminalbus
2. Take the bus from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) to Katowice, Bus Station Sadowabus N918 / ...
20h 20m
zł 481–561

Sofia Airport (SOF) to Katowice International Airport (KTW) flights

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Distance: 969 km
Duration: 7h 25m

What companies run services between Sofia, Bulgaria and Katowice, Poland?

LOT, Bulgaria Air, and two other airlines fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Katowice International Airport (KTW) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Katowice, Bus Station Sadowa via Brno in around 19h 17m.

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