How to travel from Sofia to Vienna

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

The cheapest way to travel from Sofia to Vienna is a bus with an average price of $74 (€60).

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

A bus is $42 (€34) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Sofia to Vienna costing on average $116 (€94).

The fastest way to travel from Sofia to Vienna is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 46m.

Other travel options to Vienna take longer:

Bus takes on average 15h 27m.

The distance from Sofia to Vienna is approximately 508 miles (818 km).

The average frequency per day from Sofia to Vienna is:

• Around 23 flights per day.
• Around 6 buses per day.

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

• Flights mostly depart from Sofia Airport and arrive in Vienna International Airport.
• Buses mostly depart from София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) and arrive in Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB).

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

• Travel with Infobus, Union Ivkoni International, FlixBus, ArdaTur, Karat-S, City Lines, Citylines to go to Vienna by bus.
• Travel with Austrian Airlines, Ryanair, Buzz, Malta Air, Air Serbia, Pegasus to go to Vienna by flight.

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

• 2 direct buses per day with Union Ivkoni International, FlixBus, ArdaTur, Karat-S, City Lines, Citylines.
• 4 direct flights per day with Austrian Airlines, Buzz, Malta Air.

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

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

In Vienna, you can explore the Prater for amusement rides and the iconic Wiener Riesenrad Ferris wheel, visit the Naschmarkt for international foods and local specialties, enjoy a scenic Danube River Cruise, and witness classical equestrian performances at the Spanish Riding School. For nature enthusiasts, the Vienna Woods offer picturesque hiking trails. Notable sights include the Schönbrunn Palace with its extensive gardens, the Gothic St. Stephen's Cathedral, the Belvedere Palace with its impressive art collection, the historic Hofburg Palace, and the renowned Vienna State Opera.

Three to four days are ideal to explore Vienna's major attractions, including Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen's Cathedral, the Belvedere Palace, and the city’s vibrant cultural scene.