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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Sofia to Berlin
Cheapest price
$113
Average price
$113
Fastest journey
3 d 1 h 18 m
Average duration
3 d 1 h 18 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1319 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sofia to Berlin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sofia to Berlin will cost around $113 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $113.
It's difficult to get from Sofia to Berlin without transferring at least 4 times.
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Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Sofia to Berlin
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Sofia to Berlin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €92. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €92, and a flight costs an average of €60.
Distance: 819 miles (1319 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€92 Average price Cheapest | €125 Average price | €222 Average price |
73h 48m Average total duration 73h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 27h 9m Average total duration 26h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 49m Average total duration Fastest 3h 49m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Sofia to Berlin train times
The table below shows live departures for Sofia to Berlin trains for tomorrow, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:25 PM Sofia | 73h18 | 6:43 PM Berlin | 4 transfers | |
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Why should you book Sofia to Berlin trains with Omio?
Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) operates all train services from Sofia to Berlin. Omio is the only official third party seller for Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) tickets.
Why book with Omio vs Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Sofia to Berlin.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Official reseller: Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) tickets can only be bought on Omio or Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)'s website as Omio is the only official third party seller for Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) tickets. Trainline, RailEurope, and Rail.Ninja do not sell Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) tickets as they are not official sellers.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Sofia to Berlin.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Sofia to Berlin
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Trains from Sofia to Berlin run on average 4 times per day, taking around 73h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $115 (€92) but you can travel from only $75 (€60) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:53, the last at 22:50. The fastest train covers the 819 miles (1319 km) distance in 73h 18m.
Distance 819 miles (1319 km) |
Average train duration 73h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $115 (€92) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 73h 18m |
First train 00:53 |
Last train 22:50 |
Train companies: Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) from Sofia to Berlin trainsBulgarian Railways (BDZh) trains will get you between Sofia and Berlin from $75 (€60). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)
FAQs: Trains from Sofia to Berlin
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sofia to Berlin by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Berlin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Sofia to Berlin
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sat: 07:00 - 22:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:00
- Free WiFi (30 minutes limit).
- Luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
- backWERK
- Burger King
- Costa Coffee
- Dunkin' Donuts
- Einstein Kaffee
- Le Crobag
- McDonald's
- Hans im Glück
- Pret A Manger
- Starbucks
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof
- Located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
WifiLockers
ShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
Lounge
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Biertempel 2
- McDonald's
- Eis Bär
- Cafe Mon Cherie
- Appartements Eisemann
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- La Femme
- Insel Snack
- Curry-Baude
- BAK Breakfast House
- Hotel am Luisenbad
- Citylight Hotel
- Wyndham Garden Berlin Mitte
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