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Sofia to Bucharest

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5 h 1 min
385 km.
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Seven ways to Travel from Sofia to Bucharest

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Cheapest
By car (385 km)
5 h 1 min
385 km.
from $21
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Rideshare
5 h 1 min
385 km.
from $14.65
Train, Plane (Train)
5 h 9 min
270 km.
from $177.72
Bus via Sofia
9 h 33 min
270 km.
from $57.80
Train, Plane (Train)
7 h 57 min
270 km.
from $389.67
Bus
10 h 43 min
270 km.
from $56.70

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Bucharest
Ave. Duration:
7h 5m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$40.43–$55.59
Bus from Sofia to București,
Ave. Duration:
7h 5m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$37.90–$53.06

Union Ivkoni

Phone:
07001 8282
Email:
Website:
union-ivkoni.com/
Bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Bucharest
Ave. Duration:
8h 15m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$17.69–$30.32

Traventuria

Phone:
+359 2 493 0191
Email:
Website:
traventuria.com/
Bus from Samokov Bus Station to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$17.69–$25.27

Atlas Taxi

Phone:
+359 89 345 5533
Email:
Website:
atlastaxi.eu/
Bus from Sofia to Bucharest
Ave. Duration:
4h 44m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$277.94–$404.27
Bus from Varna to Bucharest
Ave. Duration:
3h 42m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$240.04–$328.47

Train operators

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)

Phone:
+35929311111
Website:
bdz.bg/en
Train from Kostenets to Iskarsko
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.65–$5.94
Train from Kostenets to Stara
Ave. Duration:
2h 41m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$5.31–$9.48
Train from Stara Zagora to Byala
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$4.93–$9.48
Train from Byala to Bucharest
Ave. Duration:
1h 49m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$3.28–$5.43
Train from Stara Zagora to Bucharest
Ave. Duration:
8h 11m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$9.48–$27.44

Airlines

Bulgaria Air

Website:
air.bg/en/
Plane from Sofia Airport to Bucharest
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$120.02–$290.57
Plane from Sofia Airport to Varna
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.17–$189.50

Tarom

Website:
tarom.ro/
Plane from Sofia Airport to Bucharest
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$120.02–$290.57

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Sofia to Bucharest is to bus which costs $34.78 - $47.83 and takes 8h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sofia to Bucharest is to fly which takes 4h 19m and costs $92.39 - $304.35 .

Is there a direct bus between Sofia and Bucharest?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sofia Central Bus Station station and arriving at Bucharest Militari Bus Station station. Services depart six times a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 15m.

How far is it from Sofia to Bucharest?

The distance between Sofia and Bucharest is 335 km. The road distance is 386.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Sofia to Bucharest without a car is to bus which takes 8h 15m and costs $34.78 - $47.83 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from Sofia to Bucharest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Bucharest bus from?

Sofia to Bucharest bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, depart from Sofia Central Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Sofia to Bucharest?

The best way to get from Sofia to Bucharest is to fly which takes 4h 19m and costs $92.39 - $304.35 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $34.78 - $47.83 and takes 8h 15m.

Where does the Sofia to Bucharest bus arrive?

Sofia to Bucharest bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, arrive at Bucharest Militari Bus Station.

Can I drive from Sofia to Bucharest?

Yes, the driving distance between Sofia to Bucharest is 387 km. It takes approximately 5h 4m to drive from Sofia to Bucharest.

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

Book your Sofia to Bucharest bus tickets online with Omio, Distribusion and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Bucharest?

There are 4838+ hotels available in Bucharest. Prices start at $20.52 per night.
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