Getting to and from Sofia, Bulgaria, is relatively easy thanks to its well-developed transportation infrastructure. Here are some common ways to travel to and from Sofia:
By Air:
- Sofia Airport (SOF): The main international airport serving Sofia and the largest in Bulgaria. It offers flights to numerous destinations across Europe, the Middle East, and beyond. From the airport, you can reach the city center by taxi, shuttle bus, or public transportation.
By Train:
- Sofia Central Railway Station: provides domestic and international rail connections. You can travel to major Bulgarian cities like Plovdiv, Varna, and Burgas, as well as to/from international destinations such as Belgrade, Istanbul, and Bucharest.
By Bus:
- Central Bus Station (Avtogara): offers a wide range of domestic and international bus services. You can find buses to various cities and towns in Bulgaria, as well as neighboring countries like Greece, Serbia, and North Macedonia, and farther away European destinations like Albania, Germany, and France.
By Car:
- Road Network: Sofia is well-connected to the rest of Bulgaria via an extensive network of highways and roads. If you're driving, you can reach Sofia from major cities like Plovdiv, Varna, Russe, and Burgas in a few hours. Additionally, there are international highways connecting Sofia to neighboring countries like Greece, Serbia, Romania, and to the rest of the EU. For drivers’ navigation, we recommend Waze.