The cheapest and fastest buses from Belgrade to Sofia
Cheapest price
€37
Average price
€60
Fastest journey
6 h 30 m
Average duration
15 h 52 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
328 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Belgrade to Sofia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Belgrade to Sofia will cost around €60 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €37.
Of the 3 buses that leave Belgrade for Sofia on Wed, Feb 04, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Feb 04 the direct buses cover the 328 km distance in an average of 15 h 52 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 30 m .
On Wed, Feb 04 the slowest buses will take 21 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.






Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Belgrade to Sofia
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Belgrade to Sofia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €37, and a flight costs an average of €89.
Distance: 328 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight |
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€69 Average price Cheapest | €299 Average price |
7h 16m Average total duration 6h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.0kg 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
Belgrade to Sofia bus times
The table below shows live departures for Belgrade to Sofia buses for today, Tuesday, February 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 AM Beograd, Autobuska stanica (Novi Beograd) (Београд, Аутобуска станица (Нови Београд)) | 21h05 | 7:35 AM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 1 transfer | |
228251 | 1:30 PM Beograd, Autobuska stanica (Novi Beograd) (Београд, Аутобуска станица (Нови Београд)) | 6h30 | 8:00 PM Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Belgrade to Sofia
Buses from Belgrade to Sofia run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €37 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 328 km distance in 6h 30m.
Distance 328 km |
Average bus duration 6h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price €37 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 6h 30m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:00 |
Bus providers: Karat-S, City Lines, Trans Jug, FlixBus, Infobus, Presto from Belgrade to SofiaYou can travel by bus between Belgrade to Sofia with Karat-S, City Lines, Trans Jug, FlixBus, Infobus, Presto for as low as €37. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Karat-S
City Lines
FlixBus
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Trans Jug
Presto
FAQs: Bus from Belgrade to Sofia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Belgrade 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.

- City Lines
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- Karat-S
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- City Lines
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 20% fee.
- Karat-S
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- Trans Jug
- The cancellation policy can vary by ticket class, individual trips, or promotions
- check the terms and conditions on the company's website or during the booking process.
- City Lines
- One carry-on bag up to 8kg (55x35x25) and one checked bag up to 25kg (70x50x30).
- Karat-S
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 25kg (70x50x30).
- Trans Jug
- Hand luggage, free luggage, and bulky luggage are allowed.
- City Lines
- 10€ per additional bag up to 25 kg.
- Karat-S
- 10€ per additional bag up to 25 kg.
- Trans Jug
- Additional fees may apply for bulky luggage.
- City Lines
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- Karat-S
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Belgrade to Sofia
- 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
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