Airport bus Sofia

Sofia Airport (SOF) is the main international airport of Bulgaria and it is situated just 10 kilometres from the city centre. The airport doesn’t handle as much passengers as other European international airports, but the number increases every year. By the end of 2016, Sofia Airport handled almost 5 million passengers. The most popular air companies served by this airport are Bulgaria Air, Wizz Air and Ryanair. The airport now has two terminals, of which the first one serves low-cost carriers.

How to get from Sofia Airport to Sofia

Local bus

There are two possible options of getting to Sofia centre by taking a local bus:

Bus line 84 – Departs from T2 and passes by T1 (it takes around 5 mins from one to another)

• The first one departs at 05:00 and the last one at 00:20 (on weekends and holidays at 11:20), every 10 mins
• The last stop is in Gen Gurko street, and it takes approx. 30-40 mins to get there
• The tickets can be bought in offices at T1 and T2, or from the ticket machine located at T1, Arrivals.
• The price of a single ticket is 1 lev (~0.50€)

Bus line 384 – This line also departs from T2 but it does not stop at T1

• The first bus departs at 05:52 and the last one at 22:58 (on weekends and holidays at 05:56/22:50)
• The last stop in Druzhba 2 district and it also makes stop at Druzhba Metro station
• The tickets are bought at same spots like those for bus line 84
• The price of a one-way ticket is 1 lev (~0.50€)

NOTE: You will have to pay additional ticket for your luggage if it is bigger than 60x60x40 cm.

Metro

Another possibility of reaching the city centre is by getting on metro from Sofia Airport Metro Station, located next to T2.
NOTE: In case you are arriving from T1, there is a free shuttle bus every 30 mins (07:00-19:00) which connects the two terminals. Alternatively, get on bus 84 on his way from the city.

• The metro line 1 connects the airport with Sofia – Serdika Metro station to be precise. Still, to get to the main bus and train station, you should switch to line 2 which will take you there.
• The price of a single ticket is 1.60 lev (0.8 eur) and it is valid for the transfer to line 2, so there is no need to buy a new one.
• It takes approx. 19 minutes for metro to get to the city

Taxi services

Taxi prices are by far cheaper than at other European airports. The ride to the city centre usually costs 6-8 levs (which is only 3-4€!). But be careful, since taxi drivers will try to rip you off, so make sure the taximeter is on, and ask for the price before you enter the vehicle.

Transfer

Transfer is a much better option than taxi because there is no fear of getting overcharged and you can book your transfer online and have your driver wait for you. You will pay around 20-25€, depending on which car you choose.

Renting a car at Sofia airport

If you want to have the commodity to go wherever you want, then you should probably rent a car directly at offices of car rental companies at the airport, such as Choice, Hertz or Avis. Or you can save your time and book it online.

Renting a bus at Sofia airport

In case you are coming with a larger group of people, consider renting a minivan, minibus or even a coach. Average price for a minibus for 16 people is around 70€. We recommend booking it online, because it is easier to arrange all the details in advance.

Accommodation

Staying overnight in Sofia (Airport) (all stations) (BG) Check for accommodation within walking distance

FAQ – bus and transport from Sofia Airport