How to get to Brussels from Sofia

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Compare coach and flight for Sofia to Brussels

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Sofia to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £119 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 48m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.7 - 4.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £119, while a flight costs an average of £377.

Distance: 1698 km

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£377

Average Price

£119

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£390

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6h 48m

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4h 48m

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38h 16m

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37h 46m

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22h 11m

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5.1 - 10.2kg

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1.7 - 4.2kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Sofia to Brussels is a coach with an average price of £119.

This is compared to other travel options from Sofia to Brussels:

A coach is £259 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Sofia to Brussels costing on average £377.

The fastest way to travel from Sofia to Brussels is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 48m.

Other travel options to Brussels take longer:

Coach takes on average 38h 16m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Sofia and Brussels including taking a coach and flight.
Take the flight. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.

You'll arrive about 17h 23m sooner (4h 48m by flight vs 22h 11m by car) and save roughly £13 compared to fuel and tolls (£377 vs £390). You also avoid a long drive, giving you more time to relax or get on with your plans.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way, are travelling with bulky luggage, or need a car at your destination.

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from Sofia to Brussels

How to get to Brussels from Sofia by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Sofia to Brussels is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    11:2039h25
    София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)
    1:45Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    £1221One-way
    2 changes

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    11:2039h25
    София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)
    1:45Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    £1221One-way
    2 changes

Fastest

  • Bulgaria AirFB407
    18:052h40
    Sofia Airport
    19:45Brussels Airport
    £2041One-way
    0 changes

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  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    11:2047h40
    София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)
    10:00Brussels, Gare Du Midi
    £1231One-way
    3 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    11:2050h05
    София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)
    12:25Brussels, Avenue des Magnolias (King Baudouin)
    £1231One-way
    3 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    22:5040h05
    София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)
    13:55Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    £1251One-way
    2 changes
  • Austrian AirlinesOS772 · OS295
    12:255h20
    Sofia Airport
    16:45Brussels Airport
    £2161One-way
    1 change
  • Austrian AirlinesOS772 · OS297
    12:257h45
    Sofia Airport
    19:10Brussels Airport
    £2161One-way
    1 change
  • Austrian AirlinesOS772+Brussels AirlinesOS8173
    12:258h30
    Sofia Airport
    19:55Brussels Airport
    £2161One-way
    1 change

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FAQs: Sofia to Brussels

Travel to Brussels 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 Brussels.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Sofia and Brussels including taking a coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Sofia to Brussels is a coach with an average price of £119.

This is compared to other travel options from Sofia to Brussels:

A coach is £259 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Sofia to Brussels costing on average £377.

The fastest way to travel from Sofia to Brussels is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 48m.

Other travel options to Brussels take longer:

Coach takes on average 38h 16m.

The Sofia to Brussels distance is approximately 1698 km.
The average frequency per day from Sofia to Brussels is:
  • Around 43 flights per day.
  • Around 3 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Sofia and Brussels as scheduled services by coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Sofia to Brussels:
  • Flights mostly depart from Sofia Airport and arrive in Brussels Airport.
  • Coaches mostly depart from София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) and arrive in Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Sofia to Brussels, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Buzz, Wizz Air, Bulgaria Air, Ryanair, Lufthansa, Lot Polish Airlines, Pegasus, Brussels Airlines, Austrian Airlines, Swiss, Lufthansa City Airlines, ITA, Lufthansa Cityline, Qatar Airways, Air Baltic, Turkish Airlines, Helvetic Airways, British Airways to go to Brussels by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International to go to Brussels by coach.
Yes, there are direct services available from Sofia to Brussels with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct flights per day with Buzz, Wizz Air, Bulgaria Air, Ryanair.
  • 0 direct coaches per day with Union Ivkoni International.
Omio customers who travel from Sofia to Brussels often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Amsterdam, Bruges, London, Luxembourg. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Brussels and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Sofia to Brussels, you can choose from several travel options including coach and flight.
Explore the vibrant Marolles district, known for its eclectic mix of antique shops and street art. Enjoy a leisurely stroll through Parc du Cinquantenaire, home to impressive arches and museums. Sample Belgian chocolates at renowned chocolatiers, and discover the lively atmosphere of the Saint-Géry district with trendy bars and cafes. Attend a performance at the historic La Monnaie opera house. Visit Grand Place, a UNESCO World Heritage site, the Atomium for panoramic city views, the famous Manneken Pis statue, the Royal Palace of Brussels, and the Magritte Museum for surrealist art.
To explore Brussels' main attractions, including the Grand Place, Atomium, and various museums, a stay of 2 to 3 days is generally sufficient.

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