4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Bucharest to Sofia
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€20
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€39
Fastest journey on Sep 18
6 h 45 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
7 h 16 m
Buses on Sep 18
8
Distance
296 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bucharest to Sofia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bucharest to Sofia will cost around €39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €20.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 8 buses from Bucharest to Sofia, including 8 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct buses cover the 296 km distance in an average of 7 h 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 45 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest buses will take 7 h 25 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.
11:30 PM7h20București, Autogara Militari6:50 AMSofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика)€201One-way0 transfers
10:35 PM7h25Bucharest6:00 AMSofia€411One-way0 transfers- 10:10 PM7h50Bucharest6:00 AMSofia€411One-way0 transfers
10:35 PM7h25Bucharest6:00 AMSofia€411One-way0 transfers- 10:10 PM7h50Bucharest6:00 AMSofia€411One-way0 transfers
FlixBus11:45 PM6h45București, Autogara Militari6:30 AMСофия, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)€451One-way0 transfers- 11:30 PM7h20București, Autogara Militari6:50 AMSofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика)€201One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus10:10 AM7h25București, Autogara Militari5:35 PMСофия, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)€431One-way0 transfers
- 10:35 PM7h25Bucharest6:00 AMSofia€411One-way0 transfers
- 10:35 PM7h25Bucharest6:00 AMSofia€411One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Bucharest to Sofia
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bucharest to Sofia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €29 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 22m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.3 - 0.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €29, while a flight costs an average of €336.
Distance: 296 km
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€29 Average price Cheapest | €336 Average price | €70 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 52m Average total duration 7h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 22m Average total duration Fastest 3h 22m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bucharest to Sofia:
A bus is €151 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bucharest to Sofia costing on average €173.
Other travel options to Sofia take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 30m.
Live departures
Bucharest to Sofia bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bucharest to Sofia buses for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 10:10 AM București, Autogara Militari | 7h25 | 5:35 PM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:00 PM București, Autogara Militari | 7h45 | 11:45 PM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:10 PM Bucharest | 7h50 | 6:00 AM Sofia | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:10 PM Bucharest | 7h50 | 6:00 AM Sofia | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:35 PM Bucharest | 7h25 | 6:00 AM Sofia | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:35 PM Bucharest | 7h25 | 6:00 AM Sofia | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:30 PM București, Autogara Militari | 7h20 | 6:50 AM Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:45 PM București, Autogara Militari | 6h45 | 6:30 AM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bucharest to Sofia
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Buses from Bucharest to Sofia run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €12 if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:10, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 296 km distance in 7h 20m.
Distance 296 km |
Average bus duration 7h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 7h 20m |
First bus 4:10 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 84 days |
Bus providers: Union Ivkoni International, FlixBus, Infobus, Pegasus, Euroticket, LikeBus, Max Trans, Union Ivkoni from Bucharest to SofiaYou can travel by bus between Bucharest to Sofia with Union Ivkoni International, FlixBus, Infobus, Pegasus, Euroticket, LikeBus, Max Trans, Union Ivkoni for as low as €11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Bucharest to Sofia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bucharest 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Union Ivkoni International
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs and one checked bag up to 50 lbs.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Union Ivkoni International
- 10 USD per additional bag.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Euroticket
- Small pets (under 6kg) in carriers (max 45x30x25cm) travel free on some routes, larger dogs require a ticket and must be leashed and muzzled, but pets are not allowed on trains to and from London, between Brussels and Lille, or on Eurostar Sun and Snow routes.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bucharest to Sofia
Most Bucharest to Sofia buses use the București, Autogara Militari to София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) station pair, with some services arriving at Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика). Use this guide to compare Bucharest and Sofia bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to București, Autogara Militari from Bucharest city centre
Getting to București from Bucharest city centre
București bus station facilities and services
București has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Several small food stalls available.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at București. ATMs are aTM located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at București.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at București: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at București: Ramps available for wheelchair access.
Bucuresti, Rahova Bus Station bus station facilities and services
Bucuresti, Rahova Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bucuresti, Rahova Bus Station: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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.
Getting to Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика) from Sofia city centre
Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика) is 1 km from Sofia city centre. Public transport options include:
Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика) bus station facilities and services
Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Serdika (in the station), Bistro Bulgaria (0.2 km), Sofia Grill House (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика): Elevators, ramps.
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