How to travel from London to Sofia

There are 2 options to travel between London and Sofia including taking a bus and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from London to Sofia is a bus with an average price of $257.

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

A bus is $604 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Sofia costing on average $861.

The fastest way to travel from London to Sofia is by flight with an average journey time of 7h 47m.

Other travel options to Sofia take longer:

Bus takes on average 44h 3m.

The distance from London to Sofia is approximately 1252 miles (2015 km).

The average frequency per day from London to Sofia is:

• Around 88 flights per day.
• Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between London 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 London to Sofia:

• Flights mostly depart from London Heathrow Airport and arrive in Sofia Airport.
• Buses mostly depart from London, Victoria Coach Station and arrive in София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from London 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 Lufthansa Cityline, Indigo Airlines, Global Supply Systems, Qatar Airways, tarom, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Lot Polish Airlines, Malta Air, British Airways, Ryanair, Pegasus, Swiss, KLM, Air France, Lufthansa City Airlines, Austrian Airlines, Wizz Air, Lufthansa, Air Serbia, Bulgaria Air, Turkish Airlines, ITA, Buzz, easyJet to go to Sofia by flight.

Yes, there are direct services available from London to Sofia with the following travel companies:

• 0 direct buses per day with Union Ivkoni International.
• 5 direct flights per day with Malta Air, British Airways, Ryanair, Wizz Air, Bulgaria Air, Buzz, easyJet.

Omio customers who travel from London to Sofia often also extend their vacation to go to Plovdiv, Istanbul, Bucharest, Thessaloniki, Belgrade. 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.