How to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia

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Compare bus and flight for Frankfurt am Main to Sofia

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $135 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 50m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $135, while a flight costs an average of $215.

Distance: 863 miles (1389 km)

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$215

Average price

$135

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Cheapest

$436

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4h 50m

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2h 50m

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27h 25m

Average total duration

26h 55m

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30m

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17h 14m

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The cheapest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia is a bus with an average price of $135 (€110).

This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia:

A bus is $80 (€66) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia costing on average $215 (€176).

The fastest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 50m.

Other travel options to Sofia take longer:

Bus takes on average 27h 25m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Frankfurt am Main and Sofia including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia among Omio's users.
Take the flight. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.

You'll arrive about 14h 24m sooner (2h 50m by flight vs 17h 14m by car) and save roughly $221 (€180) compared to fuel and tolls ($215 (€176) vs $436 (€356)). You also avoid a long drive, giving you more time to relax or get on with your plans.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way, are travelling with bulky luggage, or need a car at your destination.

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from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia

How to get from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    11:30 PM33h05
    Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)
    9:35 AMСофия, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)
    $1051One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    11:30 PM33h05
    Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)
    9:35 AMСофия, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)
    $1051One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • LufthansaLH1430
    7:50 PM2h10
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    11:00 PMSofia Airport
    $2791One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    10:55 AM32h05
    Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)
    8:00 PMСофия, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)
    $1081One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1:45 PM29h15
    Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)
    8:00 PMСофия, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)
    $1201One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1:15 AM31h20
    Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)
    9:35 AMСофия, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)
    $1261One-way
    1 transfer
  • Bulgaria AirFB438
    1:10 PM2h20
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    4:30 PMSofia Airport
    $1581One-way
    0 transfers
  • PegasusPC998 · PC271
    7:30 PM16h15
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    12:45 PMSofia Airport
    $2151One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH1428
    3:00 PM2h10
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    6:10 PMSofia Airport
    $2791One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main to Sofia.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Frankfurt am Main and Sofia including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia is a bus with an average price of $136 (€111).

This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia:

A bus is $492 (€403) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia costing on average $628 (€513).

The fastest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 19m.

Other travel options to Sofia take longer:

Bus takes on average 28h 16m.

The distance from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia is approximately 863 miles (1389 km).
The average frequency per day from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia is:
  • Around 55 flights per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia:
  • Flights mostly depart from Frankfurt am Main Airport and arrive in Sofia Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) and arrive in София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Lufthansa, Bulgaria Air, Air Serbia, Wizz Air, Buzz, Malta Air, Lot Polish Airlines, ITA, Austrian Airlines to go to Sofia by flight.
  • Travel with Union Ivkoni International, FlixBus, Karat-S, Infobus, City Lines to go to Sofia by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct flights per day with Lufthansa, Bulgaria Air, Wizz Air, Buzz, Malta Air.
  • 0 direct buses per day with Union Ivkoni International, Karat-S, City Lines.
Omio customers who travel from Frankfurt am Main 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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