How to travel from Sofia to Lyon

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

The cheapest way to travel from Sofia to Lyon is a bus with an average price of $144.

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

A bus is $92 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Sofia to Lyon costing on average $237.

The fastest way to travel from Sofia to Lyon is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 41m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Bus takes on average 32h 6m.

The distance from Sofia to Lyon is approximately 936 miles (1507 km).

The average frequency per day from Sofia to Lyon is:

• Around 25 flights per day.
• Around 2 buses per day.

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

• Flights mostly depart from Sofia Airport and arrive in Lyon Saint Exupery Airport.
• Buses mostly depart from София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) and arrive in Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland).

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

• Travel with Union Ivkoni International, FlixBus, Union Ivkoni to go to Lyon by bus.
• Travel with Wizz Air, Lufthansa, Air Serbia, Austrian Airlines, Turkish Airlines, easyJet, Lot Polish Airlines to go to Lyon by flight.

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

• 0 direct buses per day with Union Ivkoni International, Union Ivkoni.
• 0 direct flights per day with Wizz Air.

Omio customers who travel from Sofia to Lyon often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Barcelona, Milan, Geneva, London. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Lyon and these popular destinations at a great price.

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

In Lyon, you can explore Les Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse, an indoor market offering gourmet food, take a river cruise on the Rhône and Saône, and discover the secret passageways of the traboules in Vieux Lyon. Attend a performance at the Opéra de Lyon or visit the Institut Lumière for cinema history. Don't miss the Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière for panoramic views, Vieux Lyon for its Renaissance architecture, Parc de la Tête d'Or with its zoo and botanical garden, the Musée des Confluences, or the bustling Place Bellecour.

For a fulfilling experience in Lyon, spending 2 to 3 days is ideal. This allows you to explore key attractions such as Vieux Lyon, Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière, and the Musée des Confluences, while also enjoying the city's renowned gastronomy and vibrant cultural scene.