How to travel from Sofia to Lamia

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Compare bus for Sofia to Lamia

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Sofia to Lamia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $57 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 9h 58m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.4 - 1.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $57, while a bus costs an average of $57.

Distance: 266 miles (429 km)

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$57

Average price

Cheapest

$165

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9h 58m

Average total duration

Fastest

9h 28m

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Additional time*

6h 37m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.4 - 1.1kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Sofia to Lamia is a bus with an average price of $57 (€48).
The fastest way to travel from Sofia to Lamia is by bus with an average journey time of 9h 58m.
Yes, you can take a bus between Sofia and Lamia.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Sofia to Lamia among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around $57 (€48) compared to roughly $165 (€138) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $108 (€90). The journey takes 9h 28m versus 6h 37m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Sofia to Lamia

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

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

  • Infobus
    4:00 PM9h30
    Sofia
    1:30 AMLamia
    $541One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Infobus
    4:00 PM9h30
    Sofia
    1:30 AMLamia
    $541One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Infobus
    5:00 PM9h00
    Sofia
    2:00 AMLamia
    $601One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Sofia to Lamia

Travel to Lamia 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 Sofia to Lamia.

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You can travel between Sofia and Lamia by bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Sofia to Lamia is a bus with an average price of $57 (€48).
The fastest way to travel from Sofia to Lamia is by bus with an average journey time of 9h 58m.
The distance from Sofia to Lamia is approximately 266 miles (429 km).
The average frequency per day from Sofia to Lamia is:
  • Around 3 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Sofia to Lamia:
  • Buses mostly depart from Sofia (София) and arrive in Lamia (Λαμία).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Sofia to Lamia, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Infobus, Union Ivkoni International, FlixBus, ArdaTur to go to Lamia by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Sofia to Lamia:
  • 3 direct buses per day with Infobus, Union Ivkoni International, FlixBus, ArdaTur.
Omio customers who travel from Sofia to Lamia often also extend their vacation to go to Athens, Kalochorion, Thessaloniki, Skiathos, Volos. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Lamia and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Lamia to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

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