How to get from Nessebar to Sofia
- 359 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: train, 9h 53m
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We compared the ways to travel from Nessebar to Sofia. The most useful door-to-door route takes 9h 53m by bus, train, 1 transfer. The two cities are about 359 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.
This fare comes from a search on September 17, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
359 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €55Checked Sep 25 | 1h 20mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Train | €42Older observation | 9h 53m1 transfer | See Train details |
- Flight€55Checked Sep 251h 20m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Train€42Older observation9h 53m · 1 transferSee Train details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Nessebar to Sofia: 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.
- 1Nessebar → Stara Zagorabus
ArdaTur·3h 15m - 2Stara Zagora → SofiatrainBulgarian State Railways·4h 14m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
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Ticket prices on this route
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- Bus· 6h 33m€22Book
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Operators seen on these journeys
ArdaTurNessebar-Stara ZagoraBook →Bulgarian State RailwaysStara Zagora-SofiaBook →
Pegasus AirlinesSabiha Gökçen Airport-Sofia AirportSee live options and dates →On this route you travel with ArdaTur, Bulgarian State Railways, Pegasus Airlines; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Nessebar to Sofia works
Start with a ArdaTur bus from Nessebar to Stara Zagora, about 3h 15m. Transfer in Stara Zagora and continue by Bulgarian State Railways train on to Sofia (4h 14m). In total it's roughly €42 over 9h 53m, 1 transfer.
Nessebar to Sofia: common questions
How long does it take to get from Nessebar to Sofia?
The most useful route takes about 9h 53m by bus, train, 1 transfer.
Is there a bus from Nessebar to Sofia?
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.
Is there a train from Nessebar to Sofia?
Our route search found a train option, but we hold no verified timetable for this route yet. Check the operator's own timetable for departure times.
How far is Sofia from Nessebar?
About 359 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Nessebar to Sofia cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €42. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Nessebar to Sofia?
On this route you travel with ArdaTur, Bulgarian State Railways, Pegasus Airlines.
What is the cheapest way to get from Nessebar to Sofia?
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: ArdaTur, Bulgarian State Railways
Route calculated: 25 Sep 2026
Prices checked: 17 Sep 2026