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

The cheapest way to get from Vâlcea to Sofia is to train which costs $31 - $36 and takes 12h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vâlcea to Sofia is to drive which takes 6h 51m and costs $65 - $100.

Is there a direct bus between Vâlcea and Sofia?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Râmnicu Vâlcea and arriving at Sofia. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Vâlcea and Sofia?

No, there is no direct train from Vâlcea to Sofia. However, there are services departing from Râmnicu Vâlcea and arriving at Sofia Sever via Craiova and Vidin. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 4m.

How far is it from Vâlcea to Sofia?

The distance between Vâlcea and Sofia is 582 km. The road distance is 419.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Vâlcea to Sofia without a car is to bus which takes 10h 30m and costs $60 - $100.

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

The bus from Râmnicu Vâlcea to Sofia takes 10h 30m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Vâlcea to Sofia bus from?

Vâlcea to Sofia bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Râmnicu Vâlcea station.

Where do I catch the Vâlcea to Sofia train from?

Vâlcea to Sofia train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), depart from Râmnicu Vâlcea station.

Train or bus from Vâlcea to Sofia?

The best way to get from Vâlcea to Sofia is to bus which takes 10h 30m and costs $60 - $100. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $31 - $36 and takes 12h 4m.

Where does the Vâlcea to Sofia bus arrive?

Vâlcea to Sofia bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Sofia station.

Where does the Vâlcea to Sofia train arrive?

Vâlcea to Sofia train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), arrive at Craiova station.

Can I drive from Vâlcea to Sofia?

Yes, the driving distance between Vâlcea to Sofia is 419 km. It takes approximately 6h 51m to drive from Vâlcea to Sofia.

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

Book your Vâlcea to Sofia bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Sofia?

There are 2300+ hotels available in Sofia.

Vâlcea to Sofia - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Râmnicu Vâlcea to Sofiabus 983
10h 30m
$60–100
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Râmnicu Vâlcea to Craiovatrain
2. Take the train from Craiova to Vidintrain
3. Take the train from Vidin to Sofia Severtrain Ic
12h 4m
$31–36
Drive 419.1 km
1. Drive from Râmnicu Vâlcea to Sofiacar 419.1 km
6h 51m
$67–97
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Râmnicu Vâlcea to Bucharest Otopeni Airportbus
2. Fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane OTP - SOF
6h 38m

Vâlcea to Sofia by bus

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10h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 581.9 km
Duration: 10h 30m

What companies run services between Vâlcea, Romania and Sofia, Bulgaria?

FlixBus operates a bus from Râmnicu Vâlcea to Sofia once daily. Tickets cost $60–100 and the journey takes 10h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Râmnicu Vâlcea to Sofia Sever via Craiova and Vidin in around 12h 4m.

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