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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Bansko to Sofia
- Cheapest price on Nov 01
- €14
- Average ticket price on Nov 01
- €14
- Fastest journey on Nov 01
- 2 h 30 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 01
- 2 h 48 m
- Buses on Nov 01
- 2
- Distance
- 96 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bansko to Sofia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bansko to Sofia will cost around €14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.
On Sun, Nov 01, we found 2 buses from Bansko to Sofia, including 2 direct services.
On Sun, Nov 01 the direct buses cover the 96 km distance in an average of 2 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
On Sun, Nov 01 the slowest buses will take 3 h 5 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.
4:25 PM 3h05 Bansko, Bus Station 7:30 PM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) €14 1 One-way 0 transfers6:00 PM 2h30 Bansko, Bus Station 8:30 PM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) €14 1 One-way 0 transfers
6:00 PM 2h30 Bansko, Bus Station 8:30 PM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) €14 1 One-way 0 transfers4:25 PM 3h05 Bansko, Bus Station 7:30 PM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) €14 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bansko to Sofia
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Buses from Bansko to Sofia run on average 16 times per day, taking around 3h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.
There are 16 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest bus covers the 96 km distance in 1h 35m.
Distance 96 km |
Average bus duration 3h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 16 |
Fastest bus 1h 35m |
First bus 12:01 AM |
Last bus 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 35 days |
Frequently asked questions about your Bansko to Sofia trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Bansko to Sofia.
Live departures
Bansko to Sofia bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bansko to Sofia buses for tomorrow, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:25 PM Bansko, Bus Station | 3h05 | 7:30 PM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:00 PM Bansko, Bus Station | 2h30 | 8:30 PM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Bus providers: Infobus, Union Ivkoni International from Bansko to SofiaYou can travel by bus between Bansko to Sofia with Infobus, Union Ivkoni International for as low as €11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Union Ivkoni International
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Bansko and Sofia
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Union Ivkoni International
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Service animals allowed.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- Union Ivkoni International
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a full refund in the form of a travel credit.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- Union Ivkoni International
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs and one checked bag up to 50 lbs.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Union Ivkoni International
- 10 USD per additional bag.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
FAQs: Bus from Bansko to Sofia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bansko 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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bansko to Sofia
Most Bansko to Sofia buses use the Bansko, Avtogara (Банско, Автогара) to Sofia (София) station pair, with some services arriving at Sofia, Sofia International Airport (София, Летище София). Use this guide to compare Bansko and Sofia bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Sofia station do buses from Bansko arrive at?
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.
Getting to Sofia, Sofia International Airport (София, Летище София) from Sofia city centre
Sofia, Sofia International Airport (София, Летище София) is 6 km from Sofia city centre. Public transport options include:
Sofia, Sofia International Airport (София, Летище София) bus station facilities and services
Sofia, Sofia International Airport (София, Летище София) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Sofia, Sofia International Airport (София, Летище София). ATMs are aTMs are available nearby.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sofia, Sofia International Airport (София, Летище София).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sofia, Sofia International Airport (София, Летище София): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sofia, Sofia International Airport (София, Летище София): The station has basic accessibility.
Getting to Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) from Sofia city centre
Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) is 1 km from Sofia city centre. Public transport options include:
Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) bus station facilities and services
Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара): Elevators, ramps.
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