How to get from Bucharest to Sofya
- 304 km as the crow flies
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
At a glance
Fastest
9h 11m
1 transfer
Bus
€39
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 25 Sept 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Bucharest to Sofya. The most useful door-to-door route takes 9h 11m by bus, 1 transfer. The two cities are about 304 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This is the lowest fare we have recorded for this route in the last 14 days.
304 km
Bucharest to Sofya: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Bucharest Airport Henri Coanda → Sofiabus
FlixBus·6h 45m - 2Sofia Airport → SofyabusAirport shuttle bus·35m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
- Bus· 6h 45m€20Book
Omio last refreshed these on Sat, Sep 26
Operators seen on these journeys
FlixBusBucharest Airport Henri Coanda-SofiaBook →Airport shuttle busSofia Airport-SofyaSee live options and dates →On this route you travel with FlixBus, Airport shuttle bus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Bucharest to Sofya works
Start with a FlixBus bus from Bucharest Airport Henri Coanda to Sofia, about 6h 45m. Transfer in Sofia and continue by Airport shuttle bus bus on to Sofya (35 min). In total it's roughly €39 over 9h 11m, 1 transfer.
Bucharest to Sofya: common questions
How long does it take to get from Bucharest to Sofya?
The most useful route takes about 9h 11m by bus, 1 transfer.
Is there a bus from Bucharest to Sofya?
Our route search found a bus option, but we hold no verified timetable for this route yet. Check the operator's own timetable for departure times.
How far is Sofya from Bucharest?
About 304 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Bucharest to Sofya cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €39. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Bucharest to Sofya?
On this route you travel with FlixBus, Airport shuttle bus.
Can you get from Bucharest to Sofya without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 6h 45m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Bucharest to Sofya?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: FlixBus, Airport shuttle bus
Route calculated: 25 Sep 2026