How to travel from Amsterdam to Sofia

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Compare bus and flight for Amsterdam to Sofia

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Sofia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $149 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 28m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.7 - 4.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $149, while a flight costs an average of $284.

Distance: 1083 miles (1744 km)

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$284

Average price

$149

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$621

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5h 28m

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3h 28m

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36h 34m

Average total duration

36h 4m

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30m

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21h 31m

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(door-to-door)

5.2 - 10.5kg

CO2 emissions

1.7 - 4.4kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Amsterdam to Sofia is a bus with an average price of $149.

This is compared to other travel options from Amsterdam to Sofia:

A bus is $135 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam to Sofia costing on average $284.

The fastest way to travel from Amsterdam to Sofia is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 28m.

Other travel options to Sofia take longer:

Bus takes on average 36h 34m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Amsterdam and Sofia including taking a flight and bus.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Amsterdam to Sofia among Omio's users.

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from Amsterdam to Sofia

How to get from Amsterdam to Sofia by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Amsterdam to Sofia is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    9:35 PM45h25
    Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena
    8:00 PMСофия, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)
    $1531One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    9:35 PM45h25
    Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena
    8:00 PMСофия, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)
    $1531One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • Bulgaria AirFB462
    10:15 AM2h45
    Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    2:00 PMSofia Airport
    $3001One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    4:00 AM39h00
    Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    8:00 PMСофия, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)
    $1571One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    2:00 AM44h45
    Amsterdam Central Bus Station (Bus Stop H)
    11:45 PMСофия, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)
    $1591One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    4:50 PM39h45
    Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1
    9:35 AMСофия, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)
    $1681One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air SerbiaJU261 · JU112
    10:00 AM4h30
    Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    3:30 PMSofia Airport
    $2091One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air SerbiaJU261 · JU116
    10:00 AM16h00
    Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    3:00 AMSofia Airport
    $2091One-way
    1 transfer
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO268 · LO635
    7:45 PM5h10
    Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    1:55 AMSofia Airport
    $3191One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Amsterdam to Sofia

Travel to Sofia easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Amsterdam to Sofia.

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There are 2 options to travel between Amsterdam and Sofia including taking a flight and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Amsterdam to Sofia is a bus with an average price of $149.

This is compared to other travel options from Amsterdam to Sofia:

A bus is $135 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam to Sofia costing on average $284.

The fastest way to travel from Amsterdam to Sofia is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 28m.

Other travel options to Sofia take longer:

Bus takes on average 36h 34m.

The distance from Amsterdam to Sofia is approximately 1083 miles (1744 km).
The average frequency per day from Amsterdam to Sofia is:
  • Around 63 flights per day.
  • Around 6 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Amsterdam and Sofia as scheduled services by flight and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Amsterdam to Sofia:
  • Flights mostly depart from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and arrive in Sofia Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) and arrive in София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Amsterdam to Sofia, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International to go to Sofia by bus.
  • Travel with Bulgaria Air, Air Serbia, Lot Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, Austrian Airlines, Wizz Air, Air Baltic, Norwegian Air Shuttle to go to Sofia by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Amsterdam to Sofia with the following travel companies:
  • 0 direct buses per day with Union Ivkoni International.
  • 1 direct flights per day with Bulgaria Air.
Omio customers who travel from Amsterdam to Sofia often also extend their vacation to go to Istanbul, Plovdiv, Belgrade, Thessaloniki, Bucharest. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Sofia and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Sofia to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Sofia, you can enjoy a leisurely walk or outdoor activities in Borisova Gradina, visit the Sofia Zoo to see a wide variety of animals, and learn about the city's past at the Sofia History Museum. Explore ancient Roman ruins at the Serdika Archaeological Complex or experience world-class performances at the Sofia Opera and Ballet. Don't miss the stunning Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, vibrant Vitosha Boulevard, and the National Palace of Culture. Visit the Boyana Church for its medieval frescoes and explore the Sofia Central Mineral Baths, a historic site with beautiful architecture.
Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in Sofia allows visitors to explore its main attractions, such as Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Vitosha Boulevard, and the National Palace of Culture, while also enjoying the local cuisine and culture.
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