How to get to Sofia

Planning a trip to Sofia? But you don't know how to get there? Vivanoda helps you organise your trip to Sofia by letting you search and compare the best offers for train, coach and flight.

By train to Sofia

The train is an economical and ecological way to reach Sofia. It allows you to easily arrive in the centre of Sofia and enjoy the sights.

By coach to Sofia

The long-distance coach is an extremely economical means of transport for a stay in Sofia. On the other hand, travelling by coach to Sofia is much slower than travelling by train or plane.

Flights to Sofia

Flying is the fastest way to get to Sofia. However, you have to add the time it takes to reach the airport, which is outside the centre of Sofia. The prices of flights to Sofia are also often attractive.

Transportation to Sofia in figures

Country
Bulgaria
Number of airlines serving Sofia
24
Number of stations or airports in Sofia
1 airports
1 coach stations
1 stations
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Why search for tickets to travel to Sofia with Vivanoda?

When planning a trip to Sofia, it is important to choose your mode of transport based on your needs, budget, time and comfort. Whether you travel by train, coach or flight, your choice of transport can have a significant impact on the price and quality of your trip to Sofia. This is why it is important to use a transport and price comparison tool to buy a ticket to Sofia.

Vivanoda is a handy tool that allows you to quickly find the best travel options to Sofia in terms of price, time and quality. With Vivanoda you can compare the various train, coach and flight tickets available for your trip to Sofia. This way you can find the cheapest and most suitable options for your needs.

The most popular routes to Sofia

We present the most popular routes to Sofia from all major European cities, whether by train, coach or flight. Whether you want to find the cheapest flight to Sofia, the fastest train or the most comfortable coach, we have gathered all the information you need to plan your trip to Sofia with confidence.

Whether you are travelling from London, Manchester, Doncaster, Rome, Vienna or Athens or another major European city, we compare the different modes of transport to help you choose the best option to get to Sofia. You will find information on the most popular routes, transport companies, travel times, ticket prices and tips for safe and comfortable travel. We have also included tips on how to save money and find the best fares to Sofia. Whether you are a budget traveller or looking for the ultimate in comfort, you will find all the options to plan your trip to Sofia with confidence.

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Travel to Sofia by train

Where are the train stations in Sofia?

Sofia station is the only station serving Sofia.

Sofia
Station located 1.1 mi from the centre of Sofia
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Travel to Sofia by coach

Tips to find a cheaper coach ticket to Sofia

While coach travel in itself is an inexpensive way to get to Sofia, there are always ways to save even more.

Compare coach prices to Sofia
Vivanoda allows you to quickly view all prices and promotions from FlixBus. So whether you are travelling from London, Rome, Vienna, Athens, Budapest or Prague, you can easily find your ideal coach ticket to Sofia.
Be flexible on the date of your trip to Sofia
If you leave some slack in the date of your trip to Sofia, you increase your chances of getting a better fare with FlixBus, especially by avoiding peak periods.
Book your coach trip to Sofia quickly
When you have found the lowest fare on Vivanoda for your trip to Sofia from, for example, London, Rome, Vienna, Athens, Budapest or Prague, select it and you will be redirected to the carrier's website (FlixBus). We recommend you book your ticket quickly, as fares can rise quickly!

Where are the coach stations in Sofia?

There is only one coach station (or bus stop) from which you can reach Sofia.

Sofia
Coach station 0.0 mi from Sofia
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Fly to Sofia

Some tips for cheap flights to Sofia

To optimise your chances of finding a flight to Sofia with the best value for money, there are a few rules to follow. We remind you of them here.

Compare all airline offers.
Using a flight aggregator like Vivanoda ensures you have a wide choice of flights to Sofia and optimises your chances of finding the best flight with airlines like Niki Airlines, Lufthansa, LOT Polish Airlines, Germanwings and Czech Airlines.
Choose certain days for your plane departure
Avoid travelling to Sofia on busy days such as weekends. Flights to Sofia are often much cheaper during the week, especially on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
Prefer to travel with low-cost airlines
Low-cost airlines to Sofia will definitely save you money on your flight. However, all on-board services are often not free.

Where are the airports in Sofia?

To get to Sofia by plane, arrive at Vrazhdebna airport.

Vrazhdebna
Airport is 4.4 mi from Sofia
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When to visit Sofia?

Bulgaria has four distinct seasons. Spring, from March to May, is a pleasant time to discover the country, with mild temperatures ranging from 10 to 20 degrees Celsius. The landscape is decked out in bright colours as flowers and trees blossom.

Summer, from June to August, is the peak tourist season in Bulgaria. Temperatures can reach up to 35 degrees Celsius, particularly in the coastal regions. Towns and seaside resorts are bustling, and tourists can enjoy the sunny beaches of the Black Sea.

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