Sofia Airport Ground Transportation Map (2025)
With this Sofia Airport Ground Transportation Map, you can spot every key route linking the terminals and the city. Sofia Airport (SOF) has two terminals, which are connected by a free shuttle and linked to the city center via Metro Line 1.
That’s why the metro is often the quickest route downtown—just follow the blue “Metro/Subway” signs at Arrivals Level 1. The map highlights shuttle stops, taxi stands, and public bus bays, making onward travel easy to visualize.
Sofia Airport Ground Transportation Map 2025
In 2025, Sofia Airport ground transportation saw two major updates: first, a new 9,000 m² Transportation Center with multi-coach parking and improved access routes was officially tendered, enhancing capacity for buses and coaches.
Second, car access in front of Terminal 2 was suspended August 4–23 for overpass repairs, with temporary traffic rearrangements in place and public transport operating normally.
Additionally, by mid-2025, an upgraded Terminal 2 baggage system dramatically increased processing capacity.
Printable Sofia Airport Ground Transportation Map PDF 2025
FAQ
How do I get from Sofia Airport to the city?
The fastest way from Sofia Airport to the city is by metro from Terminal 2, using Line 4 direct to Serdika station in the city center, with trains running every 6–10 minutes and a typical journey time of 25–30 minutes for 1.60 BGN.
Is there a free shuttle from Sofia Airport?
Sofia Airport offers a free shuttle bus between Terminal 1 and Terminal 2, operating every 30 minutes and available 24 hours a day. This service is only for transfers between terminals—not for transport into the city center. Many hotels and some car rental offices offer their own free shuttles to and from the airport if booked in advance, but there is no free public shuttle service from the airport terminals to the city.
How much does a taxi from Sofia Airport to city cost?
A taxi from Sofia Airport to the city center typically costs between 25 and 30 BGN, with the journey taking about 20 to 30 minutes depending on traffic. It is recommended to use official taxi companies at the airport to avoid scams and ensure standard fares.
Is there Uber or Bolt in Sofia?
Uber and Bolt do not operate ride-hailing services in Sofia as of 2025—both are banned or unavailable for car rides in Bulgaria. Instead, the city uses reliable official taxi services (like OK SuperTrans, Yellow Taxi) and modern apps such as TaxiMe or Yellow, which function similarly to rideshare apps and allow card payments and booking by app. Bolt operates e-scooters, but not cars, in Sofia.
