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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Sofia to Leipzig
Cheapest price
£181
Average price
£181
Fastest journey
3 d 11 h 28 m
Average duration
3 d 11 h 28 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1267 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sofia to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sofia to Leipzig will cost around £181 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £181.
To travel from Sofia to Leipzig you need to make at least 4 changes.
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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Sofia to Leipzig
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Sofia to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £70. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £70, and a flight costs an average of £97.
Distance: 1267 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£183 Average Price | £105 Average Price Cheapest | £303 Average Price |
83h 58m Average total duration 83h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 24h 53m Average total duration 24h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 23m Average total duration Fastest 3h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Sofia to Leipzig train times
The table below shows live departures for Sofia to Leipzig trains for today, Tuesday 25 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17:25 Sofia | 83h28 | 04:53 Leipzig | 4 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sofia to Leipzig
Bulgaria
Germany
Trains from Sofia to Leipzig run on average 1 times per day, taking around 83h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £183 but you can travel from only £70 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:45, the last at 22:50. The fastest train covers the 1267 km distance in 83h 28m.
Distance 1267 km |
Average train duration 83h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £183 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 83h 28m |
First train 01:45 |
Last train 22:50 |
Train companies: Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) from Sofia to Leipzig trainsBulgarian Railways (BDZh) trains will get you between Sofia and Leipzig from £70. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)
FAQs: Sofia to Leipzig train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sofia to Leipzig 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 Leipzig, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sofia and Leipzig
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Willy-Brandt-Platz.
- Restaurant Zchocolat
- Vapiano Leipzig
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Steigenberger Grandhotel Handelshof
- a&o Leipzig Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel Leipzig
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Sixt
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-13 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 14-23
- Hall 3: shopping and dining area
- Tram: Lines 1, 3, 4, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3, S4, S5, S5X, S6
- Bus: Several lines available
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