How to get from Sunny Beach to Sofia
- 358 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: train, 7h 20m
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At a glance
Fastest
7h 20m
1 transfer
Bus + Train
€44
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 25 Sept 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Sunny Beach to Sofia. The most useful door-to-door route takes 7h 20m by bus, train, 1 transfer. The two cities are about 358 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This fare comes from a search on September 17, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
358 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €55Checked Sep 25 | 1h 20mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Train | €44Older observation | 7h 20m1 transfer | See Train details |
- Flight€55Checked Sep 251h 20m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Train€44Older observation7h 20m · 1 transferSee Train details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Sunny Beach 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.
- 1Sunny Beach → Burgasbus
ArdaTur·35m - 2Burgas → SofiatrainBulgarian State Railways·6h 15m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
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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· 19h 20m€55Book
Omio last refreshed these on Fri, Sep 25
Operators seen on these journeys
ArdaTurSunny Beach-BurgasBook →Bulgarian State RailwaysBurgas-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 Sunny Beach to Sofia works
Start with a ArdaTur bus from Sunny Beach to Burgas, about 35 min. Transfer in Burgas and continue by Bulgarian State Railways train on to Sofia (6h 15m). In total it's roughly €44 over 7h 20m, 1 transfer.
Sunny Beach to Sofia: common questions
How long does it take to get from Sunny Beach to Sofia?
The most useful route takes about 7h 20m by bus, train, 1 transfer.
Is there a bus from Sunny Beach 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 Sunny Beach 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 Sunny Beach?
About 358 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Sunny Beach to Sofia cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €44. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Sunny Beach to Sofia?
On this route you travel with ArdaTur, Bulgarian State Railways, Pegasus Airlines.
Can you get from Sunny Beach to Sofia without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus, train takes about 7h 20m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Sunny Beach 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