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17 h 27 min
1840 km.
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Four ways to Travel from Lyon to Sofia

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Cheapest
By car (1 840 km)
17 h 27 min
1840 km.
from $101
Other
Rideshare
17 h 27 min
1840 km.
from $24
Train, Plane
9 h 14 min
1506 km.
from $168.91
Bus via Niš
38 h 22 min
1506 km.
from $289.24

Transport providers

Train operators

SNCF

Phone:
+33 1 84 94 36 35
Website:
effinity.fr/expertise/affiliation/
Train from Lyon Part Dieu to Geneve
Ave. Duration:
1h 57m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$29.35–$65.22

TGV inOui

Phone:
+33 1 84 94 36 35
Website:
sncf-connect.com/en-en
Train from Lyon Part Dieu to Geneve
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$34.78–$70.65

Airlines

Lufthansa

Website:
lufthansa.com/
Plane from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$119.57–$456.52
Plane from Geneva International Airport to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
4h 48m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.17–$456.52

Austrian Airlines

Website:
austrian.com/?sc_lang=en&cc=ZZ
Plane from Geneva International Airport to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
6h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.17–$456.52

Wizz Air

Website:
wizzair.com/
Plane from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Saturday
Estimated price:
$36.96–$195.65

Bulgaria Air

Website:
air.bg/en/
Plane from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
4h 35m
Frequency:
Saturday
Estimated price:
$76.09–$260.87
Plane from Geneva International Airport to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Friday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$163.04–$293.48

Air Serbia

Website:
airserbia.com/en/welcome
Plane from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
4h 35m
Frequency:
Saturday
Estimated price:
$76.09–$260.87

Bus operators

Union Ivkoni

Phone:
07001 8282
Email:
Website:
union-ivkoni.com/
Bus from Lyon Gare Perrache to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
29h 30m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$59.78–$103.26

Nis Ekspres

Phone:
+381 18 255 177
Email:
Website:
nis-ekspres.rs
Bus from Niš, Autobuska Stanica to Sofiya,
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$11.96–$20.65

Matpu

Phone:
02 952 50 04
Email:
Website:
matpu.com/
Bus from Niš, Autobuska Stanica to Sofiya,
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.39–$23.91

Optop Travel

Phone:
+41 76 480 13 51
Email:
Website:
optoptravel.rs/
Bus from Lyon, Ibis Hotel to Nis
Ave. Duration:
33h
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$265.13

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Lyon to Sofia is to bus which costs $59.78 - $103.26 and takes 29h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lyon to Sofia is to fly which takes 5h 58m and costs $42.39 - $217.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Lyon and Sofia?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lyon Gare Perrache and arriving at Sofia Central Bus Station station. Services depart twice a week, and operate Friday. The journey takes approximately 29h 30m.

How far is it from Lyon to Sofia?

The distance between Lyon and Sofia is 1539 km. The road distance is 1840.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Lyon to Sofia without a car is to bus which takes 29h 30m and costs $59.78 - $103.26 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 58m to get from Lyon to Sofia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lyon to Sofia bus from?

Lyon to Sofia bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, depart from Lyon Gare Perrache station.

Bus or fly from Lyon to Sofia?

The best way to get from Lyon to Sofia is to fly which takes 5h 58m and costs $42.39 - $217.39 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $59.78 - $103.26 and takes 29h 30m.

Where does the Lyon to Sofia bus arrive?

Lyon to Sofia bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, arrive at Sofia Central Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Lyon and Sofia?

Sofia is 1h ahead of Lyon. It is currently 23:28 in Lyon and 00:28 in Sofia.

Can I drive from Lyon to Sofia?

Yes, the driving distance between Lyon to Sofia is 1841 km. It takes approximately 17h 32m to drive from Lyon to Sofia.

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

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

Where can I stay near Sofia?

There are 1944+ hotels available in Sofia. Prices start at $14.84 per night.
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