How to travel from Sunny Beach to Sofia

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Compare bus and flight for Sunny Beach to Sofia

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Sunny Beach to Sofia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $34 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 2h 50m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.4 - 0.9kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $34, while a flight costs an average of $108.

Distance: 222 miles (358 km)

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Flight
Driving

$34

Average price

Cheapest

$108

Average price

$83

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

7h 24m

Average total duration

6h 54m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 50m

Average total duration

Fastest

50m

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2h 0m

Additional time*

3h 51m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.4 - 0.9kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

1.1 - 2.1kg

CO2 emissions

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CO2 emissions

Union Ivkoni International

Most popular bus company

Bulgaria Air

Most popular airline

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

The cheapest way to travel from Sunny Beach to Sofia is a bus with an average price of $34 (€28).

This is compared to other travel options from Sunny Beach to Sofia:

A bus is $74 (€60) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Sunny Beach to Sofia costing on average $108 (€87).

The fastest way to travel from Sunny Beach to Sofia is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 50m.

Other travel options to Sofia take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 24m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Sunny Beach and Sofia including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Sunny Beach to Sofia 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 $34 (€28) compared to roughly $83 (€67) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $49 (€40). The journey takes 6h 54m versus 3h 51m 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 Sunny Beach to Sofia

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • Union Ivkoni International
    4:00 PM6h50
    Слънчев бряг (Slunchev Briag), Avtogara
    10:50 PMSofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)
    $281One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Union Ivkoni International
    4:00 PM6h50
    Слънчев бряг (Slunchev Briag), Avtogara
    10:50 PMSofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)
    $281One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Bulgaria AirFB984
    10:15 PM0h50
    Burgas Airport
    11:05 PMSofia Airport
    $1041One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Union Ivkoni International
    11:15 AM7h30
    Слънчев бряг (Slunchev Briag), Avtogara
    6:45 PMSofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)
    $281One-way
    0 transfers
  • Union Ivkoni International
    11:45 PM8h15
    Слънчев бряг (Slunchev Briag), Avtogara
    8:00 AMSofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)
    $281One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    10:15 PM19h20
    Sunny Beach, AZS "Dega" (Слънчев бряг, АЗС "Dega")
    5:35 PMСофия, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)
    $791One-way
    1 transfer
  • Bulgaria AirFB974
    10:15 PM0h50
    Varna Airport
    11:05 PMSofia Airport
    $1051One-way
    0 transfers
  • Bulgaria AirFB976
    12:15 PM0h50
    Varna Airport
    1:05 PMSofia Airport
    $1051One-way
    0 transfers
  • Bulgaria AirFB978
    4:30 PM0h50
    Varna Airport
    5:20 PMSofia Airport
    $1221One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Sunny Beach 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 Sunny Beach to Sofia.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Sunny Beach and Sofia including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Sunny Beach to Sofia is a bus with an average price of $34 (€28).

This is compared to other travel options from Sunny Beach to Sofia:

A bus is $74 (€60) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Sunny Beach to Sofia costing on average $108 (€87).

The fastest way to travel from Sunny Beach to Sofia is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 50m.

Other travel options to Sofia take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 24m.

The distance from Sunny Beach to Sofia is approximately 222 miles (358 km).
The average frequency per day from Sunny Beach to Sofia is:
  • Around 4 flights per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Sunny Beach 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 Sunny Beach to Sofia:
  • Flights mostly depart from Varna Airport and arrive in Sofia Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Слънчев бряг (Slunchev Briag), Avtogara and arrive in Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Sunny Beach to Sofia, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Union Ivkoni International, City Lines, Group Plus, Infobus to go to Sofia by bus.
  • Travel with Bulgaria Air to go to Sofia by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Sunny Beach to Sofia with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct buses per day with Union Ivkoni International, City Lines, Group Plus, Infobus.
  • 3 direct flights per day with Bulgaria Air.
Omio customers who travel from Sunny Beach 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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