The cheapest and fastest buses from Amsterdam to Sofia
Cheapest price
€173
Average price
€208
Fastest journey
1 d 11 h 45 m
Average duration
1 d 15 h 18 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
1744 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Amsterdam to Sofia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Amsterdam to Sofia will cost around €208 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €173.
It's difficult to get from Amsterdam to Sofia without transferring at least once.
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Compare bus and flight for Amsterdam to Sofia
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Sofia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €43. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.7 - 4.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €43, and a flight costs an average of €139.
Distance: 1744 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight |
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€102 Average price Cheapest | €207 Average price |
36h 13m Average total duration 35h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 35m Average total duration Fastest 3h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
1.7 - 4.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 5.2 - 10.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Amsterdam to Sofia bus times
The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam to Sofia buses for today, Friday, December 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:00 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 39h35 | 7:35 AM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:50 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 35h45 | 7:35 AM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:15 AM Amsterdam, Centraal Station | 43h30 | 9:45 PM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:10 AM Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 40h35 | 9:45 PM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:15 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 47h15 | 4:30 AM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:15 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 40h30 | 9:45 PM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:10 PM Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 42h25 | 7:35 AM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Amsterdam to Sofia
Buses from Amsterdam to Sofia run on average 5 times per day, taking around 35h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €43 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 01:45, the last at 23:15. The fastest bus covers the 1744 km distance in 35h 45m.
Distance 1744 km |
Average bus duration 35h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price €43 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 35h 45m |
First bus 01:45 |
Last bus 23:15 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Ourbus, Union Ivkoni - Unibus from Amsterdam to SofiaYou can travel by bus between Amsterdam to Sofia with FlixBus, Ourbus, Union Ivkoni - Unibus for as low as €43. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Amsterdam to Sofia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Amsterdam to Sofia by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Sofia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Amsterdam to Sofia
- 06:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Sloterdijk (in the station)
- Burger King (in the station)
- Julia's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 22, 36, 48 Metro: 50 Train: Intercity, Sprinter
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Serdika (in the station)
- Bistro Bulgaria (0.2 km)
- Sofia Grill House (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 213, 305, 404 Metro: M1, M2 Train: Sofia Central Station
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 213, 305, 404 Metro: M2 Train: Sofia Central Station
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