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Compare train, bus, and flight for Sofia to Zurich
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Sofia to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €65. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €65, and a flight costs an average of €61.
Distance: 788 miles (1269 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€206 Average price | €215 Average price | €127 Average price Cheapest |
72h 25m Average total duration 71h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 3m Average total duration Fastest 3h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 28h 26m Average total duration 27h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Why should you book Sofia to Zurich trains with Omio?
Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) operates all train services from Sofia to Zurich. 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 Zurich.
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 Zurich.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Sofia to Zurich
Trains from Sofia to Zurich run on average 1 times per day, taking around 71h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $255 (€206) but you can travel from only $76 (€61) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 08:02, the last at 08:29. The fastest train covers the 788 miles (1269 km) distance in 71h 55m.
Distance 788 miles (1269 km) |
Average train duration 71h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $255 (€206) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 71h 55m |
First train 08:02 |
Last train 08:29 |
Train companies: Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) from Sofia to Zurich trainsBulgarian Railways (BDZh) trains will get you between Sofia and Zurich from $76 (€61). 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 Zurich
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sofia to Zurich 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 Zurich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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