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

The cheapest way to get from Sofia to Mannheim is to bus which costs €95 - €240 and takes 27h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sofia to Mannheim is to fly and train which takes 5h 53m and costs €95 - €280.

Is there a direct bus between Sofia and Mannheim?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sofia Serdica Bus Stop and arriving at Mannheim Central Bus Station station. Services depart three times a week, and operate Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 27h 42m.

How far is it from Sofia to Mannheim?

The distance between Sofia and Mannheim is 1483 km. The road distance is 1681 km.

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

The best way to get from Sofia to Mannheim without a car is to bus and train which takes 24h 20m and costs €190 - €490.

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

It takes approximately 5h 53m to get from Sofia to Mannheim, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Mannheim bus from?

Sofia to Mannheim bus services, operated by Karat-S, depart from Sofia Serdica Bus Stop station.

Where does the Sofia to Mannheim bus arrive?

Sofia to Mannheim bus services, operated by Karat-S, arrive at Mannheim Central Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Sofia and Mannheim?

Mannheim is 1h behind Sofia. It is currently 11:01 AM in Sofia and 10:01 AM in Mannheim.

Can I drive from Sofia to Mannheim?

Yes, the driving distance between Sofia to Mannheim is 1681 km. It takes approximately 15h 13m to drive from Sofia to Mannheim.

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

Book your Sofia to Mannheim bus tickets online with Omio and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Mannheim?

There are 1514+ hotels available in Mannheim.

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

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

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Fly to Frankfurt, train
best
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane SOF - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain
5h 53m
€96–271
Fly to Basel, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Basel (BSL)plane SOF - BSL
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain
7h 46m
€79–405
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sofia Knyaginya Maria Luiza Station to Salzburgbus
2. Take the train from Salzburg Hbf to Mannheim Hbftrain Ice / ...
24h 20m
€198–488
Drive 1,681 km
1. Drive from Sofia to Mannheimcar 1,681 km
15h 13m
€240–346
Fly to Stuttgart Airport, train
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Stuttgart Airport (STR)plane SOF - STR
2. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain
6h 18m
€88–295
Fly to Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport, train
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport (FKB)plane SOF - FKB
2. Take the train from Baden-Baden to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain
7h 31m
€81–246
Fly to Munich International Airport, train
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Munich International Airport (MUC)plane SOF - MUC
2. Take the train from München Hbf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain
8h 18m
€132–467
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sofia Serdica Bus Stop to Mannheim Central Bus Stationbus
27h 42m
€95–240
Bus via Niš
1. Take the bus from Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika to Niš, Autobuska Stanicabus
2. Take the bus from Niš, Autobuska Stanica to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhofbus
28h 38m
€115–155
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Sofia to Salzburg Hbfcar
2. Take the car train from Salzburg Hbf to Fuldacartrain
3. Drive from Fulda to Mannheimcar
18h 56m
€316–442

Sofia Airport (SOF) to Frankfurt (FRA) flights

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3h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,483.4 km
Duration: 5h 53m

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

Karat-S operates a bus from Sofia Serdica Bus Stop to Mannheim Central Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost €130–240 and the journey takes 27h 42m. Citylines also services this route 3 times a week.

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