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Five ways to Travel from Sofia to Budapest

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Cheapest
By car (762 km)
7 h 22 min
762 km.
from $41
Other
Rideshare
7 h 22 min
762 km.
from $9.94
Bus, Train
19 h 16 min
630 km.
from $84.30
Bus via Belgrade
13 h
630 km.
from $64.70
Train
24 h 12 min
630 km.
from $115.89

Transport providers

Airlines

Ryanair

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from Sofia Airport to Budapest
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$55.59–$315.84

Austrian Airlines

Website:
austrian.com/?sc_lang=en&cc=ZZ
Plane from Sofia Airport to Budapest
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Wednesday to Sunday
Estimated price:
$176.87–$517.98

Air Serbia

Website:
airserbia.com/en/welcome
Plane from Sofia Airport to Budapest
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Monday
Estimated price:
$101.07–$505.34

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Sofia to Băile
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$39.16–$54.32

Citylines

Phone:
+3590885700870
Email:
Website:
citylines.eu/
Bus from Sofia Serdica Bus Station to Budapest
Ave. Duration:
11h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$40.43–$54.32

Trans Jug

Phone:
+381 11 8728111
Email:
Website:
trans-jug.com/
Bus from Sofia Serdica Bus Station to Belgrade
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$17.69–$46.74

Karat-S

Phone:
+359 2 8120810
Email:
Website:
karat-s.com/
Bus from Sofia Serdica Bus Station to Budapest
Ave. Duration:
11h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$101.07–$151.60
Bus from Sofia Serdica Bus Station to Belgrade
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$44.22–$101.07

Fudeks

Phone:
+381 11 7620255
Email:
Website:
fudeks.rs
Bus from Beograd, Autobuska stanica to Budapest,
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$21.48–$63.17

Terra Travel d.o.o.

Phone:
+381 64 80 266 80
Email:
Website:
terratravel.rs/kombi-prevoz/madjarska/beograd-budimpesta/
Bus from Beograd, Autobuska stanica to Budapest,
Ave. Duration:
7h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.59

Train operators

Romanian Railways (CFR)

Phone:
0219521
Website:
cfrcalatori.ro/
Train from Baile Herculane to Budapest-Keleti
Ave. Duration:
10h 16m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$48.01–$54.32
Train from Vidin to Craiova
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$12.63–$16.42
Train from Craiova to Budapest-Keleti
Ave. Duration:
13h 37m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$63.17–$75.80

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)

Phone:
+35929311111
Website:
bdz.bg/en
Train from Sofia Sever to Vidin
Ave. Duration:
5h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$6.95–$12.00

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Sofia to Budapest?

The cheapest way to get from Sofia to Budapest is to bus via Belgrade which costs $40.22 - $65.22 and takes 13h.

What is the fastest way to get from Sofia to Budapest?

The fastest way to get from Sofia to Budapest is to fly which takes 4h 53m and costs $42.39 - $217.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Sofia and Budapest?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sofia Serdica Bus Station station and arriving at Budapest Nepliget Bus Station station. Services depart five times a week, and operate Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 11h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Sofia and Budapest?

No, there is no direct train from Sofia to Budapest. However, there are services departing from Sofia Sever and arriving at Budapest-Keleti via Vidin and Craiova. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 12m.

How far is it from Sofia to Budapest?

The distance between Sofia and Budapest is 652 km. The road distance is 764.6 km.

How do I travel from Sofia to Budapest without a car?

The best way to get from Sofia to Budapest without a car is to bus which takes 11h 30m and costs $34.78 - $130.43 .

How long does it take to get from Sofia to Budapest?

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Sofia to Budapest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Budapest bus from?

Sofia to Budapest bus services, operated by Citylines, depart from Sofia Serdica Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Budapest train from?

Sofia to Budapest train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Sofia Sever station.

Train, bus or fly from Sofia to Budapest?

The best way to get from Sofia to Budapest is to fly which takes 4h 53m and costs $42.39 - $217.39 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $34.78 - $130.43 and takes 11h 30m, you could also train, which costs $70.65 - $92.39 and takes 24h 12m.

Where does the Sofia to Budapest bus arrive?

Sofia to Budapest bus services, operated by Citylines, arrive at Budapest Nepliget Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Sofia and Budapest?

Budapest is 1h behind Sofia. It is currently 16:02 in Sofia and 15:02 in Budapest.

Where does the Sofia to Budapest train arrive?

Sofia to Budapest train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Vidin station.

Can I drive from Sofia to Budapest?

Yes, the driving distance between Sofia to Budapest is 765 km. It takes approximately 7h 31m to drive from Sofia to Budapest.

How do I get a bus ticket from Sofia to Budapest?

Book your Sofia to Budapest bus tickets online with Omio and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Budapest?

There are 7020+ hotels available in Budapest. Prices start at $21.13 per night.
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