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Train Information to Sofia from Basel
 | Distance | 834 miles (1345 km) |
 | Train frequency | 1 a day |
 | Direct train | Yes, there is 1 direct train a day |
Trains from Basel to Sofia cover the 834 miles (1345 km) long trip taking on average 59 h 54 min with our travel partners like. Normally, there is 1 train operating per day, including direct services available.
Travel Tips
Travel between Basel, Switzerland and Sofia, Bulgaria by train is: Partially open.
What is the status of international entry into Bulgaria from Switzerland?
International entry status: Entry is partially open for citizens and permanent residents of Switzerland
Do I need to self-quarantine on arrival in Bulgaria from Basel?
Conditions of entry:
- Negative COVID-19 test issued at most 3 days before arrival or 10 day mandatory self-quarantine
- Travellers issued with the EU Digital COVID Certificate are exempt from quarantine and COVID-19 testing
- Travellers who have recovered from COVID-19 in the last 6 months are exempt from providing a negative COVID-19 test and can bypass compulsory quarantine on arrival (certificate required)
- Travellers with a certificate of vaccination are exempt from providing a negative COVID-19 test and can bypass compulsory quarantine on arrival
What are the safety rules to follow in Sofia, Bulgaria?
When travelling in Bulgaria, you must follow these COVID-19 safety rules:
- Physical distance requirement: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet)
- Face mask requirement: Mandatory
The information above was last checked on 29/11/2021. This can change before your date of travel so please review the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your train between Basel and Sofia before travelling.
The restriction level for your return train to Basel, Switzerland from Sofia is: Partially open.
Is my return train into Basel from Sofia restricted?
International entry is allowed for: Entry is partially open for citizens and permanent residents of Bulgaria
Do I need to quarantine on arrival in Switzerland from Sofia?
Conditions of reentry:
- Negative COVID-19 test issued at most 3 days before arrival or 14 day mandatory self-quarantine
- Negative COVID-19 test is required to end quarantine early. This test occurs on day 4 in quarantine
- Travellers who have recovered from COVID-19 in the last 6 months are exempt from providing a negative COVID-19 test (certificate needed)
- Travellers with a certificate of vaccination are exempt from providing a negative COVID-19 test
- Health declaration required
- Digital entry registration is required prior to arrival
What are the safety rules to follow in Basel, Switzerland?
The government of Switzerland has imposed these measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19:
- Social distancing required: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet)
- Face mask required: Mandatory
Last checked on 29/11/2021. Remember to check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your train to Basel from Sofia closer to your date of departure here.
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