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16 h 17 min
1719 km.
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Five ways to Travel from Basel to Sofia

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Cheapest
By car (1 719 km)
16 h 17 min
1719 km.
from $94
Fastest
Plane from Basel (EuroAirport Swiss) to Sofia (Pristina International Airport)
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Other
Rideshare
16 h 17 min
1719 km.
from $22.42
Train, Plane
6 h 29 min
1345 km.
from $210.43
Bus via Niš
30 h 40 min
1344 km.
from $281.50

Transport providers

Airlines

Lufthansa

Website:
lufthansa.com/
Plane from Basel to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
4h 27m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$152.67–$496.18
Plane from Zurich Airport to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
4h 26m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$203.56–$483.46

Austrian Airlines

Website:
austrian.com/?sc_lang=en&cc=ZZ
Plane from Zurich Airport to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$254.45–$483.46

Swiss

Website:
swiss.com/
Plane from Basel to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
4h 5m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$152.67–$496.18
Plane from Zurich Airport to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$241.73–$826.97

Wizz Air

Website:
wizzair.com/
Plane from Basel to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$76.34–$279.90

Bulgaria Air

Website:
air.bg/en/
Plane from Zurich Airport to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Friday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$254.45–$826.97

Air Serbia

Website:
airserbia.com/en/welcome
Plane from Zurich Airport to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
5h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.67–$496.18

Bus operators

Union Ivkoni

Phone:
07001 8282
Email:
Website:
union-ivkoni.com/
Bus from Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
27h 45m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$69.97–$120.86

Yubim

Phone:
02 981 1040
Email:
Website:
yubim.eu/
Bus from Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
30h 30m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$139.95–$178.12

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:
$13.99–$24.17

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:
$20.36–$27.99

Optop Travel

Phone:
+41 76 480 13 51
Email:
Website:
optoptravel.rs/
Bus from Basel, Bahnhof to Niš,
Ave. Duration:
22h 46m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$306.60

Resava Reisen

Phone:
+381 65 567 12 19
Email:
Website:
resavareisen.ch/
Bus from Basel, Bahnhof to Niš,
Ave. Duration:
26h
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$116.22

Bogojevic Reisen

Phone:
+381 35 433 333
Email:
Website:
bogojevic-reisen.ch
Bus from Basel, Bahnhof to Niš,
Ave. Duration:
22h 13m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$0.70–$108.14

Train operators

Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)

Phone:
+41 848 44 66 88
Website:
sbb.ch/en
Train from Basel SBB to Zürich
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$41.98–$76.34

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Sofia is to fly which costs $54.35 - $239.13 and takes 5h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Sofia is to fly which takes 5h 18m and costs $54.35 - $239.13 .

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Sofia?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse and arriving at Sofia Serdica Bus Stop. Services depart once a week, and operate Monday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 27h 45m.

How far is it from Basel to Sofia?

The distance between Basel and Sofia is 1378 km. The road distance is 1719.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Sofia without a car is to bus which takes 27h 45m and costs $59.78 - $152.17 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 18m to get from Basel to Sofia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Sofia bus from?

Basel to Sofia bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, depart from Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse station.

Bus or fly from Basel to Sofia?

The best way to get from Basel to Sofia is to fly which takes 5h 18m and costs $54.35 - $239.13 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $59.78 - $152.17 and takes 27h 45m.

Where does the Basel to Sofia bus arrive?

Basel to Sofia bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, arrive at Sofia Serdica Bus Stop station.

What is the time difference between Basel and Sofia?

Sofia is 1h ahead of Basel. It is currently 06:04 in Basel and 07:04 in Sofia.

Can I drive from Basel to Sofia?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Sofia is 1720 km. It takes approximately 16h 21m to drive from Basel to Sofia.

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

Book your Basel 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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