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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Sofia to Zurich
Cheapest price
£188
Average price
£188
Fastest journey
2 d 23 h 55 m
Average duration
2 d 23 h 55 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1269 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sofia to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sofia to Zurich will cost around £188 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £188.
To travel from Sofia to Zurich you need to make at least 3 changes.
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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Sofia to Zurich
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Sofia to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £60. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £60, and a flight costs an average of £56.
Distance: 1269 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£189 Average Price | £197 Average Price | £116 Average Price Cheapest |
72h 25m Average total duration 71h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 3m Average total duration Fastest 3h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 28h 26m Average total duration 27h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sofia to Zurich
Bulgaria
Switzerland
Trains from Sofia to Zurich run on average 1 times per day, taking around 71h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £189 but you can travel from only £56 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 08:02, the last at 08:29. The fastest train covers the 1269 km distance in 71h 55m.
Distance 1269 km |
Average train duration 71h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £189 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 71h 55m |
First train 08:02 |
Last train 08:29 |
Train companies: Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) from Sofia to Zurich trainsBulgarian Railways (BDZh) trains will get you between Sofia and Zurich from £56. 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 Zurich train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sofia to Zurich 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 Zurich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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