How to travel from Sofia to Bucharest

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

The cheapest way to travel from Sofia to Bucharest is a bus with an average price of $25 (€20).

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

A bus is $181 (€148) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Sofia to Bucharest costing on average $206 (€168).

The fastest way to travel from Sofia to Bucharest is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 2m.

Other travel options to Bucharest take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 34m.

The distance from Sofia to Bucharest is approximately 183 miles (296 km).

The average frequency per day from Sofia to Bucharest is:

• Around 8 flights per day.
• Around 4 buses per day.

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

• Flights mostly depart from Sofia Airport and arrive in Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport.
• Buses mostly depart from Sofia (София) and arrive in București, Autogara Militari.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Sofia to Bucharest, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with tarom, Air Serbia, Ryanair, Austrian Airlines, Lot Polish Airlines to go to Bucharest by flight.
• Travel with Union Ivkoni International, FlixBus, Infobus, Pegasus, LikeBus, Euroticket, TM Likebus I to go to Bucharest by bus.

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

• 1 direct flights per day with tarom.
• 4 direct buses per day with Union Ivkoni International, FlixBus, Infobus, Pegasus, LikeBus, Euroticket, TM Likebus I.

Omio customers who travel from Sofia to Bucharest often also extend their vacation to go to Budapest, Varna, Vienna, Istanbul, Chișinău. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Bucharest and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Bucharest to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Bucharest, you can explore the National Museum of Art of Romania, stroll through the historic Cismigiu Gardens, and enjoy a guided tour of the Palace of the Parliament. Attend a concert at the Romanian Athenaeum and immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Bucharest's Old Town. Don't miss the iconic sights like the Palace of the Parliament, Romanian Athenaeum, Village Museum, Herăstrău Park, and the lively Old Town district.

Typically, spending three to four days in Bucharest allows visitors to explore major attractions like the Palace of the Parliament, the Old Town, and Herăstrău Park, and experience the local culture and cuisine.