Sofia Airport — OK Supertrans + Bolt
Sofia Airport (SOF) to Sofia — Updated 2026
Sofia (SOF) taxi to central Sofia costs BGN 15-25 (~$8-14) via OK Supertrans (yellow regulated taxis with fixed low rates). Bolt BGN 12-20. Metro M4 line direct from SOF to Serdika (central) in 20 min for BGN 1.60 (~$0.85). Sofia has documented taxi scams from unregulated operators — always use OK Supertrans OR Bolt. Bulgaria taxi prices are among Europe's cheapest but scam pricing can be 5-10x fair rate.
OK Supertrans + Bolt stops
| Station / Stop | Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| SOF Arrivals (T2) | 0 min | Metro M4 station adjacent + OK Supertrans rank + Bolt pickup |
| Serdika (central hub) | 20 min direct (Metro) | Metro M1/M2/M4 interchange |
| NDK (National Palace of Culture) | 25 min (Metro) | Business + hotel district |
| Vitosha Boulevard | 25-30 min (Metro + walk) | Shopping + pedestrian area |
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OK Supertrans + Bolt vs alternatives
| Option | Cost | Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metro M4 | BGN 1.60 (~$0.85) | 20 min direct | Cheapest + fastest. |
| Bus 84 to Sofia Central + Metro transfer | BGN 1.60 + 1.60 | 40-55 min | Cheaper if not near Metro station. |
| Bolt | BGN 12-20 | 20-40 min | App-based + card payment. |
| OK Supertrans (yellow) | BGN 15-25 | 20-40 min | Regulated + honest. |
| Unregulated "airport taxi" | BGN 60-150+ | 20-40 min | SCAM — refuse. |
FAQ
How much SHOULD Sofia airport taxi cost?+
OK Supertrans (regulated yellow taxis): BGN 15-25 to central Sofia. Bolt: BGN 12-20. Anyone quoting BGN 50+ is scamming — Sofia has historically had aggressive airport taxi scams. Only use OK Supertrans or Bolt app.
Metro M4 or taxi from SOF?+
Metro M4: BGN 1.60 (~$0.85), 20 min direct to Serdika (central), every 4-8 min. Taxi/Bolt: BGN 12-25, 20-40 min. Metro is 8-16x cheaper. Only pick taxi for heavy luggage or late-night arrival.
How to spot Sofia airport taxi scam?+
Anyone approaching you inside arrivals offering "special rate" or "cheap taxi" is scam. Legit OK Supertrans yellow cars queue at the OFFICIAL rank outside arrivals (marked with OK Supertrans logo). Or just use Bolt — same price, safer, no negotiation.
What is OK Supertrans?+
OK Supertrans is Sofia's largest regulated taxi company — yellow cars, fixed low rates, metered. The DEFAULT taxi choice for airport transfers. Book at their kiosk in arrivals or hail on the street. Card payment accepted.
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