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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Balchik to Sofia
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€28
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€28
Fastest journey on Sep 19
8 h 15 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
8 h 15 m
Buses on Sep 19
1
Distance
401 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Balchik to Sofia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Balchik to Sofia will cost around €28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €28.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 1 buses from Balchik to Sofia, including 1 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct buses cover the 401 km distance in an average of 8 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 15 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest buses will take 8 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
7:25 PM8h15Balchik3:40 AMSofia€281One-way0 transfers
- 7:25 PM8h15Balchik3:40 AMSofia€281One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Balchik to Sofia
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Balchik to Sofia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €59 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 8m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €59, while a flight costs an average of €240.
Distance: 401 km
Compare bus with
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€59 Average price Cheapest | €240 Average price | €74 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 11m Average total duration 11h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 2h 8m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Balchik to Sofia:
A bus is €181 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Balchik to Sofia costing on average €240.
Other travel options to Sofia take longer:
Bus takes on average 11h 41m.
Live departures
Balchik to Sofia bus times
The table below shows live departures for Balchik to Sofia buses for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:10 PM Balchik, ul. "Dunav" (ABC Market) (Балчик, ул. „Дунав“ (магазин ABC)) | 14h20 | 6:30 AM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Infobus, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or Autogaravn to find the best option for your trip from Balchik to Sofia.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Balchik to Sofia
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Buses from Balchik to Sofia run on average 1 times per day, taking around 11h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €25 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 08:00, the last at 23:25. The fastest bus covers the 401 km distance in 8h 15m.
Distance 401 km |
Average bus duration 11h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price €25 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 8h 15m |
First bus 8:00 AM |
Last bus 11:25 PM |
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High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: Infobus, FlixBus from Balchik to SofiaYou can travel by bus between Balchik to Sofia with Infobus, FlixBus for as low as €25. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Balchik to Sofia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Balchik 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.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Balchik to Sofia
Most Balchik to Sofia buses use the to София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) station pair, with some services arriving at Sofia (София). Use this guide to compare Balchik and Sofia bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) from Sofia city centre
Getting to Sofia (София) from Sofia city centre
Sofia (София) bus station facilities and services
Sofia (София) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Small cafes available nearby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Sofia (София). ATMs are aTM machines available onsite.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sofia (София).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sofia (София): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sofia (София): Facilities are accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
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