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Today15 May
Tomorrow16 May
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from US$93
Sun18 May
Mon19 May
Tue20 May
Wed21 May
Thu22 May

Next departures to Sofia

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 17 May at
    Departure city: Heidelberg
    Departure location: Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof
    Arrival time: 19 May at
    Destination city: Sofia
    Destination location: Serdika
    Operated by: Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Flixtrain + Flixbus
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Heidelberg to Sofia

Average priceUS$68 - US$161Average duration1d 4h
34kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
Average priceUS$77 - US$197Average duration1d 16h
32kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
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busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Heidelberg to Sofia

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Sofia. The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just US$68, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
1d 4hAverage duration
US$68Cheapest ticket
34kgCO₂ emissions

Train Heidelberg to Sofia: Trip Overview

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Average ticket priceUS$127
Average train trip duration1d 16h
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure16:07
Distance837 miles

Heidelberg to Sofia Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Heidelberg - Sofia

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Heidelberg to Sofia cost?

    The average train ticket price from Heidelberg to Sofia is US$127. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Heidelberg to Sofia is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Heidelberg to Sofia?

    A train trip between Heidelberg and Sofia is around 1d 16h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 16h. This is the time it takes to travel the 838 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Heidelberg and Sofia?

    The number of trains from Heidelberg to Sofia can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Heidelberg to Sofia by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Heidelberg and Sofia is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Sofia.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Sofia, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Heidelberg and Sofia compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Heidelberg to Sofia while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60m under the Great Wall of China!

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