How to get from Sofya to Bucharest
- 304 km as the crow flies
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At a glance
Fastest
46h 06m
1 transfer
Train
€120
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 25 Sept 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Sofya to Bucharest. The most useful door-to-door route takes 46h 06m by train, 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
Sofya to Bucharest: 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.
- 1Sofya → Istanbultrain
TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş.·15h 06m - 2Istanbul → BucharesttrainTCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş.·20h 56m
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· 5h 50m€20Book
Omio last refreshed these on Sat, Sep 26
Operators seen on these journeys
On this route you travel with TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş.; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Sofya to Bucharest works
Start with a TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş. train from Sofya to Istanbul, about 15h 6m. Transfer in Istanbul and continue by TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş. train on to Bucharest (20h 56m). In total it's roughly €120 over 46h 6m, 1 transfer.
Sofya to Bucharest: common questions
How long does it take to get from Sofya to Bucharest?
The most useful route takes about 46h 06m by train, 1 transfer.
Is there a train from Sofya to Bucharest?
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 Bucharest from Sofya?
About 304 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Sofya to Bucharest cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €120. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Sofya to Bucharest?
On this route you travel with TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş..
Can you get from Sofya to Bucharest without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 5h 50m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Sofya to Bucharest?
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: TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş.
Route calculated: 25 Sep 2026