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

The cheapest way to get from Sofia to Riga is to fly which costs $90 - $350 and takes 5h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sofia to Riga is to fly which takes 5h 25m and costs $90 - $350.

Is there a direct bus between Sofia and Riga?

No, there is no direct bus from Sofia station to Riga station. However, there are services departing from Sofia Central Bus Station and arriving at Riga, Bus Station via Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34h 5m.

How far is it from Sofia to Riga?

The distance between Sofia and Riga is 1605 km. The road distance is 2087.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Sofia to Riga without a car is to bus which takes 34h 5m and costs $160 - $290.

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

It takes approximately 5h 25m to get from Sofia to Riga, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Riga bus from?

Sofia to Riga bus services, operated by Karat-S, depart from Sofia Central Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Sofia to Riga?

The best way to get from Sofia to Riga is to fly which takes 5h 25m and costs $90 - $350. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $160 - $290 and takes 34h 5m.

Where does the Sofia to Riga bus arrive?

Sofia to Riga bus services, operated by Karat-S, arrive at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar station.

Can I drive from Sofia to Riga?

Yes, the driving distance between Sofia to Riga is 2087 km. It takes approximately 23h 10m to drive from Sofia to Riga.

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

Book your Sofia to Riga bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Riga?

There are 2092+ hotels available in Riga.

Sofia to Riga - 3 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Sofia to Riga by plane, bus, or car

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Fly
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1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Riga International Airport (RIX)plane SOF - RIX
5h 25m
$92–342
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvarbus
2. Take the bus from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Riga, Bus Stationbus N1301
34h 5m
$169–288
Drive 2,087.4 km
1. Drive from Sofia to Rigacar 2,087.4 km
23h 10m
$376–543

Sofia Airport (SOF) to Riga International Airport (RIX) flights

14Weekly Planes

4h 15mAverage Duration

$112Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,605.1 km
Duration: 5h 25m

What companies run services between Sofia, Bulgaria and Riga, Latvia?

Air Baltic, Austrian Airlines, and LOT fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Riga International Airport (RIX) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Riga, Bus Station via Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar in around 34h 5m.

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