What is the best way to travel from Mannheim to Sofia?
Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Flights and Buses for the journey to Sofia from Mannheim. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Sofia from Mannheim?
You can get to Sofia with just $84 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.
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FlixBus34h 10m010:25 PMMannheimCentral Bus Station9:35 AMSofiaCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) at 6/2/2026 10:25:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 6/4/2026 9:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $108 per person are available. Travel duration is 34h 10m
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FlixBus28h 55m03:40 AMMannheimCentral Bus Station9:35 AMSofiaCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) at 6/2/2026 3:40:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 6/3/2026 9:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $196 per person are available. Travel duration is 28h 55m
Cheapest Buses Tuesday
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FlixBus34h 10m010:25 PMMannheimCentral Bus Station9:35 AMSofiaCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) at 6/3/2026 10:25:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 6/5/2026 9:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $94 per person are available. Travel duration is 34h 10m
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FlixBus38h 5m03:25 PMMannheimCentral Bus Station6:30 AMSofiaCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) at 6/3/2026 3:25:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 6/5/2026 6:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $103 per person are available. Travel duration is 38h 5m
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FlixBus31h 20m03:25 PMMannheimCentral Bus Station11:45 PMSofiaCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) at 6/3/2026 3:25:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 6/4/2026 11:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $103 per person are available. Travel duration is 31h 20m
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Karat-S27h 35m04:25 PMMannheimCentral Bus Station9:00 PMSofiaSerdika0BasicA Bus from Karat-S goes from Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) at 6/3/2026 4:25:00 PM to Serdika, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 6/4/2026 9:00:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $156 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 35m
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Karat-S51h 35m04:25 PMMannheimCentral Bus Station9:00 PMSofiaSerdika0BasicA Bus from Karat-S goes from Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) at 6/3/2026 4:25:00 PM to Serdika, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 6/5/2026 9:00:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $156 per person are available. Travel duration is 51h 35m
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Bulgaria Air11h 45m07:15 AMMannheim City AirportMannheim City Airport8:00 PMSofia AirportSofia Airport0EconomyA Flight from Bulgaria Air goes from Mannheim City Airport, Mannheim City Airport (Germany) at 6/3/2026 7:15:00 AM to Sofia Airport, Sofia Airport (Bulgaria) arriving at 6/3/2026 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $494 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 45m
Cheapest Buses Wednesday
Cheapest Flights Wednesday
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FlixBus28h 15m02:45 PMMannheimCentral Bus Station8:00 PMSofiaCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) at 6/6/2026 2:45:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 6/7/2026 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $112 per person are available. Travel duration is 28h 15m
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FlixBus28h 55m03:40 AMMannheimCentral Bus Station9:35 AMSofiaCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) at 6/6/2026 3:40:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 6/7/2026 9:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $123 per person are available. Travel duration is 28h 55m
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FlixBus34h 10m010:25 PMMannheimCentral Bus Station9:35 AMSofiaCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) at 6/6/2026 10:25:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 6/8/2026 9:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $123 per person are available. Travel duration is 34h 10m
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Karat-S51h 35m04:25 PMMannheimCentral Bus Station9:00 PMSofiaSerdika0BasicA Bus from Karat-S goes from Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) at 6/6/2026 4:25:00 PM to Serdika, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 6/8/2026 9:00:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $148 per person are available. Travel duration is 51h 35m
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Karat-S27h 35m04:25 PMMannheimCentral Bus Station9:00 PMSofiaSerdika0BasicA Bus from Karat-S goes from Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) at 6/6/2026 4:25:00 PM to Serdika, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 6/7/2026 9:00:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $148 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 35m
Cheapest Buses Saturday
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FlixBus30h 25m012:35 PMMannheimCentral Bus Station8:00 PMSofiaCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) at 6/7/2026 12:35:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 6/8/2026 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $98 per person are available. Travel duration is 30h 25m
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FlixBus28h 55m03:40 AMMannheimCentral Bus Station9:35 AMSofiaCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) at 6/7/2026 3:40:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 6/8/2026 9:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $102 per person are available. Travel duration is 28h 55m
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FlixBus34h 10m010:25 PMMannheimCentral Bus Station9:35 AMSofiaCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) at 6/7/2026 10:25:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 6/9/2026 9:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $111 per person are available. Travel duration is 34h 10m
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Union Ivkoni26h 0m03:00 PMMannheimCentral Bus Station6:00 PMSofiaCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) at 6/7/2026 3:00:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 6/8/2026 6:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $115 per person are available. Travel duration is 26h 0m
Cheapest Buses Sunday
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FlixBus34h 10m010:25 PMMannheimCentral Bus Station9:35 AMSofiaCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) at 6/8/2026 10:25:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 6/10/2026 9:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $84 per person are available. Travel duration is 34h 10m
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FlixBus30h 25m012:35 PMMannheimCentral Bus Station8:00 PMSofiaCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) at 6/8/2026 12:35:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 6/9/2026 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $85 per person are available. Travel duration is 30h 25m
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FlixBus28h 55m03:40 AMMannheimCentral Bus Station9:35 AMSofiaCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) at 6/8/2026 3:40:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 6/9/2026 9:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $99 per person are available. Travel duration is 28h 55m
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Karat-S27h 35m04:25 PMMannheimCentral Bus Station9:00 PMSofiaSerdika0BasicA Bus from Karat-S goes from Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) at 6/8/2026 4:25:00 PM to Serdika, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 6/9/2026 9:00:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $140 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 35m
Cheapest Buses Monday
What are the fastest trips from Mannheim to Sofia?
You can get to Sofia from Mannheim in just 11h 45m with a Flight from Bulgaria Air. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.
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FlixBus28h 55m03:40 AMMannheimCentral Bus Station9:35 AMSofiaCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) at 6/2/2026 3:40:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 6/3/2026 9:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $196 per person are available. Travel duration is 28h 55m
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FlixBus34h 10m010:25 PMMannheimCentral Bus Station9:35 AMSofiaCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) at 6/2/2026 10:25:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 6/4/2026 9:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $108 per person are available. Travel duration is 34h 10m
Fastest Buses Tuesday
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Bulgaria Air11h 45m07:15 AMMannheim City AirportMannheim City Airport8:00 PMSofia AirportSofia Airport0EconomyA Flight from Bulgaria Air goes from Mannheim City Airport, Mannheim City Airport (Germany) at 6/3/2026 7:15:00 AM to Sofia Airport, Sofia Airport (Bulgaria) arriving at 6/3/2026 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $494 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 45m
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Karat-S27h 35m04:25 PMMannheimCentral Bus Station9:00 PMSofiaSerdika0BasicA Bus from Karat-S goes from Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) at 6/3/2026 4:25:00 PM to Serdika, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 6/4/2026 9:00:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $156 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 35m
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FlixBus31h 20m03:25 PMMannheimCentral Bus Station11:45 PMSofiaCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) at 6/3/2026 3:25:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 6/4/2026 11:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $103 per person are available. Travel duration is 31h 20m
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FlixBus34h 10m010:25 PMMannheimCentral Bus Station9:35 AMSofiaCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) at 6/3/2026 10:25:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 6/5/2026 9:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $94 per person are available. Travel duration is 34h 10m
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FlixBus38h 5m03:25 PMMannheimCentral Bus Station6:30 AMSofiaCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) at 6/3/2026 3:25:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 6/5/2026 6:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $103 per person are available. Travel duration is 38h 5m
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Karat-S51h 35m04:25 PMMannheimCentral Bus Station9:00 PMSofiaSerdika0BasicA Bus from Karat-S goes from Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) at 6/3/2026 4:25:00 PM to Serdika, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 6/5/2026 9:00:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $156 per person are available. Travel duration is 51h 35m
Fastest Flights Wednesday
Fastest Buses Wednesday
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Karat-S27h 35m04:25 PMMannheimCentral Bus Station9:00 PMSofiaSerdika0BasicA Bus from Karat-S goes from Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) at 6/6/2026 4:25:00 PM to Serdika, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 6/7/2026 9:00:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $148 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 35m
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FlixBus28h 15m02:45 PMMannheimCentral Bus Station8:00 PMSofiaCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) at 6/6/2026 2:45:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 6/7/2026 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $112 per person are available. Travel duration is 28h 15m
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FlixBus28h 55m03:40 AMMannheimCentral Bus Station9:35 AMSofiaCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) at 6/6/2026 3:40:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 6/7/2026 9:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $123 per person are available. Travel duration is 28h 55m
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FlixBus34h 10m010:25 PMMannheimCentral Bus Station9:35 AMSofiaCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) at 6/6/2026 10:25:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 6/8/2026 9:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $123 per person are available. Travel duration is 34h 10m
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Karat-S51h 35m04:25 PMMannheimCentral Bus Station9:00 PMSofiaSerdika0BasicA Bus from Karat-S goes from Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) at 6/6/2026 4:25:00 PM to Serdika, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 6/8/2026 9:00:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $148 per person are available. Travel duration is 51h 35m
Fastest Buses Saturday
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Union Ivkoni26h 0m03:00 PMMannheimCentral Bus Station6:00 PMSofiaCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) at 6/7/2026 3:00:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 6/8/2026 6:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $115 per person are available. Travel duration is 26h 0m
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FlixBus28h 55m03:40 AMMannheimCentral Bus Station9:35 AMSofiaCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) at 6/7/2026 3:40:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 6/8/2026 9:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $102 per person are available. Travel duration is 28h 55m
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FlixBus30h 25m012:35 PMMannheimCentral Bus Station8:00 PMSofiaCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) at 6/7/2026 12:35:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 6/8/2026 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $98 per person are available. Travel duration is 30h 25m
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FlixBus34h 10m010:25 PMMannheimCentral Bus Station9:35 AMSofiaCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) at 6/7/2026 10:25:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 6/9/2026 9:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $111 per person are available. Travel duration is 34h 10m
Fastest Buses Sunday
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Karat-S27h 35m04:25 PMMannheimCentral Bus Station9:00 PMSofiaSerdika0BasicA Bus from Karat-S goes from Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) at 6/8/2026 4:25:00 PM to Serdika, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 6/9/2026 9:00:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $140 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 35m
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FlixBus28h 55m03:40 AMMannheimCentral Bus Station9:35 AMSofiaCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) at 6/8/2026 3:40:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 6/9/2026 9:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $99 per person are available. Travel duration is 28h 55m
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FlixBus30h 25m012:35 PMMannheimCentral Bus Station8:00 PMSofiaCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) at 6/8/2026 12:35:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 6/9/2026 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $85 per person are available. Travel duration is 30h 25m
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FlixBus34h 10m010:25 PMMannheimCentral Bus Station9:35 AMSofiaCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) at 6/8/2026 10:25:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 6/10/2026 9:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $84 per person are available. Travel duration is 34h 10m
Fastest Buses Monday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Mannheim to Sofia
What are the most popular stations in Mannheim and Sofia?
In Mannheim, you will usually depart from Central Station, Central Bus Station or Luzenberg Train Station, while in Sofia you will be arriving at Bratya Miladinovi, Central Bus Station or Bus and Coach Station Zapad Bus Stop, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Sofia from Mannheim? With 4 connections between 3 Flight and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Mannheim and Sofia, you can pay as low as $84 with a Bus from FlixBus.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Bulgaria Air: you will get to Sofia in just 11h 45m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Mannheim and Sofia are FlixBus, Karat-S and Union Ivkoni, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Mannheim and Sofia is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Ludwigshafen or to Boyana, and look at flights from Mannheim City Airport, and landing at Sofia Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Mannheim to Sofia?
The most popular companies between Mannheim and Sofia, are FlixBus, Karat-S and Union Ivkoni. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: FlixBus, Karat-S and Union Ivkoni
Airlines: Bulgaria Air
All you need to know when you travel from Mannheim to Sofia
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Mannheim to Sofia. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Mannheim to Sofia
How can I reach Sofia from Mannheim?
Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Flight and Bus, with which you can get to Sofia from Mannheim.
How far is Sofia from Mannheim?
The distance between Mannheim and Sofia is 850.4 miles.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Mannheim and Sofia?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 37 kgs of CO2, a train 48 kgs, a car 233 kgs, and a flight 337 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Mannheim to Sofia?
You can get to Sofia with just $84 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.
What is the fastest way to get from Mannheim to Sofia?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Sofia in just 11h 45m with a Flight from Bulgaria Air.
More routes to Mannheim and to Sofia
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Mannheim and to Sofia. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
