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Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Sofia to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of £679 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 7h 1m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £679, while a flight costs an average of £679.
Distance: 1991 km
Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|
£679 Average Price Cheapest | £327 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 1m Average total duration Fastest 5h 1m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 26h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Sofia to Brighton, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
You'll arrive about 21h 10m sooner (5h 1m by flight vs 26h 11m by car). Tickets start at around £679 compared to roughly £327 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.
The most popular day trips by train from Brighton are London, Lewes, Portsmouth, Eastbourne and Hastings. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Brighton on Omio.
London blends royal history with modern city life, known for its museums, theatre and global food scene. Along the Thames, grand landmarks sit beside diverse neighbourhoods shaped by finance, fashion and contemporary culture.
Lewes is a historic East Sussex town known for its castle, independent shops and famous Bonfire Night celebrations. On the edge of the South Downs, it mixes medieval streets, old pubs and literary and political history.
Portsmouth is a waterfront city on England’s south coast, known for its naval heritage and historic dockyard. Its island setting, working harbour and seafront give it a distinctly maritime character, with Old Portsmouth adding older streets and pubs.
Eastbourne is a south coast seaside town known for its Victorian seafront, long promenade and beach near Beachy Head. It feels more traditional and relaxed than larger resorts, with theatres, gardens and access to the South Downs.
Hastings is a historic seaside town known for the 1066 battle nearby, its fishing fleet and its compact Old Town. It combines shingle beaches and cliff views with a creative, slightly rough-edged coastal character.
Travel to Brighton 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 Sofia to Brighton.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Sofia and Brighton as scheduled services by can vary by season or day of the week.
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