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

The cheapest way to get from Sofia to Zurich is to bus and train which costs SFr 70 - SFr 130 and takes 23h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sofia to Zurich is to fly which takes 5h 20m and costs SFr 80 - SFr 200.

Is there a direct bus between Sofia and Zurich?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sofia Central Bus Station station and arriving at Zurich. Services depart once a week, and operate Saturday. The journey takes approximately 28h 57m.

How far is it from Sofia to Zurich?

The distance between Sofia and Zurich is 1303 km. The road distance is 1545.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Sofia to Zurich without a car is to bus and train which takes 23h 17m and costs SFr 70 - SFr 130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 20m to get from Sofia to Zurich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Zurich bus from?

Sofia to Zurich bus services, operated by Matpu, depart from Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika station.

Bus or fly from Sofia to Zurich?

The best way to get from Sofia to Zurich is to fly which takes 5h 20m and costs SFr 80 - SFr 200. Alternatively, you can bus via Niš, which costs and takes 27h 30m.

Where does the Sofia to Zurich bus arrive?

Sofia to Zurich bus services, operated by Matpu, arrive at Niš, Autobuska Stanica station.

What is the time difference between Sofia and Zurich?

Zurich is 1h behind Sofia. It is currently 2:11 AM in Sofia and 1:11 AM in Zurich.

Can I drive from Sofia to Zurich?

Yes, the driving distance between Sofia to Zurich is 1545 km. It takes approximately 16h 32m to drive from Sofia to Zurich.

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

Book your Sofia to Zurich bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Zurich?

There are 1231+ hotels available in Zurich.

Sofia to Zurich - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Sofia to Zurich by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly to Zurich Airport
best
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane SOF - ZRH
5h 20m
CHF 84–197
Fly to Basel, train
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1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Basel (BSL)plane SOF - BSL
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain
6h 39m
CHF 62–282
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Bratislavabus
2. Take the train from Bratislava hl.st. to Zürich HBtrain rjx 160
23h 17m
CHF 73–123
Drive 1,545.3 km
1. Drive from Sofia to Zurichcar 1,545.3 km
16h 32m
CHF 252–364
Bus via Niš
1. Take the bus from Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika to Niš, Autobuska Stanicabus
2. Take the bus from Niš, Autobuska Stanica to Zürichbus
27h 30m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Zurichbus
28h 57m
CHF 100–140

Sofia Airport (SOF) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) flights

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4h 14mAverage Duration

CHF 78Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,303.3 km
Duration: 5h 20m

What companies run services between Sofia, Bulgaria and Zurich, Switzerland?

Bulgaria Air, Swiss, and three other airlines fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika to Zürich via Niš, Autobuska Stanica in around 27h 30m.

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