How much does a train ticket from Essen to Sofia cost?

The average train ticket price from Essen to Sofia is $130. The best way to find train tickets from Essen 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!

How long is the train trip from Essen to Sofia?

A train trip between Essen and Sofia is around 1d 14h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 13h. This is the time it takes to travel the 973 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Essen and Sofia?

The number of trains from Essen 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 Essen to Sofia by comparing and selecting the train that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Essen to Sofia?

Trains traveling between Essen and Sofia leave from HBF or Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit and arrive at Serdika.

What are the best sights and things to do in Sofia?

Once in Sofia, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Monument to the Soviet Army, Rotunda of St George, Russian Church of St Nicholas, Vitosha Boulevard, National Opera and Ballet.

Trains from Essen to Sofia | FlixTrain, FlixBus

Compare 3 ways to go from Essen to Sofia.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$93 - $231	Average Duration1d 12h	CO₂ emissions 39kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Train	Average Price$90 - $231	Average Duration1d 14h	CO₂ emissions 38kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$211 - $211	Average Duration21h 50m	CO₂ emissions 66kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the train from Essen to Sofia

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Sofia. The journey takes about 1 day, 14 hours 32 minutes and with fares starting at just $90, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

1d 14hAverage Duration

$90Cheapest ticket

38kgCO₂ emissions

Train Essen to Sofia: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$130

Average train trip duration1d 14h

Number of daily trains1

Earliest train departure5:04pm

Distance971 miles (1566 km)

Latest train departure8:50pm

Train Companies

FlixTrain

FlixBus

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Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Train and bus companies in BG:RegioJet, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE, WESTbahn, Slovak Rail, TGV inOui, Eurostar

Essen to Sofia Train

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Where are the popular train stations and stops in Essen and Sofia?

Stops in Essen

A - HBF

B - Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit

Stops in Sofia

A - Serdika

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About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Essen to Sofia is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Sofia, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Essen and Sofia, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

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

Did you know?

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 105 m, 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 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

What's the cheapest way to go from Essen to Sofia?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time1d 12h	Avg Price$133	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1d 14h	Avg Price$130	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time21h 50m	Avg Price$211	Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between Essen and Sofia is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $130 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $90. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Sofia, choose the train, as it will take you from Essen to Sofia in about 21h 50m - that's the fastest way to get there!

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Train from Sofia to Essen

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