How to travel from Stuttgart to Sofia

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Compare bus and flight for Stuttgart to Sofia

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart to Sofia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $120 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 43m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $120, while a flight costs an average of $135.

Distance: 799 miles (1287 km)

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Flight

$120

Average price

Cheapest

$135

Average price

25h 16m

Average total duration

24h 46m

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30m

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4h 43m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 43m

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FlixBus

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Wizz Air

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from Stuttgart to Sofia

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

Our recommendation

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

  • Wizz AirW64336
    7:55 AM2h10
    Stuttgart Airport
    11:05 AMSofia Airport
    $821One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Wizz AirW64336
    7:55 AM2h10
    Stuttgart Airport
    11:05 AMSofia Airport
    $821One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • RyanairFR 6002
    12:15 PM2h00
    Memmingen Airport
    3:15 PMSofia Airport
    $1141One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    4:10 AM28h25
    Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof
    9:35 AMСофия, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)
    $1111One-way
    1 transfer
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO372 · LO633
    10:55 AM6h05
    Stuttgart Airport
    6:00 PMSofia Airport
    $3681One-way
    1 transfer
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO372 · LO631
    10:55 AM26h00
    Stuttgart Airport
    1:55 PMSofia Airport
    $3681One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH2153 · LH127 · LH1426
    6:10 AM6h05
    Stuttgart Airport
    1:15 PMSofia Airport
    $4741One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Stuttgart to Sofia

Travel to Sofia 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 Stuttgart to Sofia.

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There are 2 options to travel between Stuttgart and Sofia including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Stuttgart to Sofia is a bus with an average price of $120.

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

A bus is $15 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stuttgart to Sofia costing on average $135.

The fastest way to travel from Stuttgart to Sofia is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 43m.

Other travel options to Sofia take longer:

Bus takes on average 25h 16m.

The distance from Stuttgart to Sofia is approximately 799 miles (1287 km).
The average frequency per day from Stuttgart to Sofia is:
  • Around 28 flights per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.
  • Around 1 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Stuttgart and Sofia 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 Stuttgart to Sofia:
  • Flights mostly depart from Stuttgart Airport and arrive in Sofia Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe and arrive in София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Stuttgart to Sofia, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International, Karat-S to go to Sofia by bus.
  • Travel with Wizz Air, Malta Air, Ryanair, Buzz, Lufthansa, Lot Polish Airlines, Air Serbia, Turkish Airlines, Austrian Airlines to go to Sofia by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Stuttgart to Sofia with the following travel companies:
  • 0 direct buses per day with Union Ivkoni International, Karat-S.
  • 1 direct flights per day with Malta Air, Ryanair, Buzz.
Omio customers who travel from Stuttgart to Sofia often also extend their vacation to go to Istanbul, Plovdiv, Belgrade, Thessaloniki, Bucharest. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Sofia and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Sofia to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Sofia, you can enjoy a leisurely walk or outdoor activities in Borisova Gradina, visit the Sofia Zoo to see a wide variety of animals, and learn about the city's past at the Sofia History Museum. Explore ancient Roman ruins at the Serdika Archaeological Complex or experience world-class performances at the Sofia Opera and Ballet. Don't miss the stunning Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, vibrant Vitosha Boulevard, and the National Palace of Culture. Visit the Boyana Church for its medieval frescoes and explore the Sofia Central Mineral Baths, a historic site with beautiful architecture.
Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in Sofia allows visitors to explore its main attractions, such as Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Vitosha Boulevard, and the National Palace of Culture, while also enjoying the local cuisine and culture.
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