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Compare coach and flight for Basel to Sofia
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Basel to Sofia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £61. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £61, and a flight costs an average of £25.
Distance: 1346 km
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£375 Average Price | £93 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 13m Average total duration Fastest 3h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 28h 44m Average total duration 28h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Sofia
Take a train from Basel to Sofia and enjoy the approximately 1346 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 01:45, the last at 22:50.
Distance 1346 km |
Trains per day 1 |
First train 01:45 |
Last train 22:50 |
FAQs: Basel to Sofia train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Sofia by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Sofia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Basel and Sofia
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Schwarzwaldallee.
- Restaurant Les Gareçons
- Restaurant Bahn Kantine
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Alexander
- Hotel Wettstein
- Hotel Balade
- Located in the main hall
- 330 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for trains to Germany
- Hall 2: platforms 5-8 for regional trains within Switzerland
- Tram: Line 2, Line 6
- Bus: Several lines available
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