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

The cheapest way to get from Sofia to Zurich is to fly and train which costs SFr 60 - SFr 250 and takes 6h 39m.

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 210.

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 25m and costs SFr 180 - SFr 280.

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 210. 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 7:55 AM in Sofia and 6:55 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 1242+ 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 84–207
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 Zürich HBtrain
6h 39m
CHF 61–241
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Triestebus
2. Take the train from Trieste Centrale to Milano Centraletrain Fr
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Zuerich Hbtrain Ec
23h 25m
CHF 182–277
Drive 1,545.3 km
1. Drive from Sofia to Zurichcar 1,545.3 km
16h 32m
CHF 260–375
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 to Zurich by bus and train

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CHF 182Cheapest 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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