How to travel from Sofia to Marseille

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Compare bus and flight for Sofia to Marseille

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Sofia to Marseille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $151 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 38m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.5 - 3.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $151, while a flight costs an average of $268.

Distance: 905 miles (1458 km)

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Flight

$151

Average price

Cheapest

$268

Average price

33h 39m

Average total duration

33h 9m

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30m

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5h 38m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 38m

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2h 0m

Additional time*

1.5 - 3.6kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

4.4 - 8.7kg

CO2 emissions

Union Ivkoni International

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Lufthansa

Most popular airline

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

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from Sofia to Marseille

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    1:45 AM42h15
    София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)
    7:00 PMMarseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles
    $1401One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    1:45 AM42h15
    София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)
    7:00 PMMarseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles
    $1401One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    10:50 PM38h50
    София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)
    12:40 PMMarseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles
    $1461One-way
    2 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    1:45 AM44h25
    София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)
    9:10 PMMarseille, Gare de Saint-Antoine
    $1401One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    10:50 PM47h20
    София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)
    9:10 PMMarseille, Gare de Saint-Antoine
    $1411One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1:45 AM42h35
    София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)
    7:20 PMMarseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles
    $1421One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Sofia to Marseille

Travel to Marseille 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 Marseille.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Sofia and Marseille including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Sofia to Marseille is a bus with an average price of $151.

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

A bus is $118 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Sofia to Marseille costing on average $268.

The fastest way to travel from Sofia to Marseille is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 38m.

Other travel options to Marseille take longer:

Bus takes on average 33h 39m.

The distance from Sofia to Marseille is approximately 905 miles (1458 km).
The average frequency per day from Sofia to Marseille is:
  • Around 29 flights per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Sofia and Marseille 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 Marseille:
  • Flights mostly depart from Sofia Airport and arrive in Marseille Provence Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) and arrive in Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Sofia to Marseille, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Union Ivkoni International, FlixBus, Union Ivkoni to go to Marseille by bus.
  • Travel with Lufthansa, Austrian Airlines to go to Marseille by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Sofia to Marseille:
  • 0 direct buses per day with Union Ivkoni International, Union Ivkoni.
Omio customers who travel from Sofia to Marseille often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Barcelona, Nice, Madrid, London. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Marseille and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Marseille to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Marseille, you can visit the Old Port, a historic harbor area with vibrant markets and seafood restaurants. Explore the Basilique Notre-Dame de la Garde for stunning panoramic views of the city. Discover the Calanques National Park, perfect for hiking and boat tours. Wander through Le Panier, the oldest district with charming streets and artisan shops. Tour the MuCEM, the Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilisations, to see diverse cultural exhibits. Also, don't miss the Château d'If, a fortress on an island, and enjoy the breathtaking landscape of Parc National des Calanques.
Typically, 2 to 3 days are sufficient to explore Marseille's key attractions, including the Old Port, Notre-Dame de la Garde, and the historic Le Panier district.

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