The cheapest and fastest buses from Burgas to Sofia
Cheapest price
€19
Average price
€21
Fastest journey
5 h 10 m
Average duration
5 h 15 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
340 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Burgas to Sofia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Burgas to Sofia will cost around €21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €19.
Of the 2 buses that leave Burgas for Sofia on Fri, Nov 28, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 28 the direct buses cover the 340 km distance in an average of 5 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 10 m .
On Fri, Nov 28 the slowest buses will take 5 h 20 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 train, bus, and flight for Burgas to Sofia
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Burgas to Sofia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 50m. 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 train costs an average of €11, and a flight costs an average of €66.
Distance: 340 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
€22 Average price | €90 Average price | €11 Average price Cheapest |
6h 22m Average total duration 5h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 6m Average total duration 6h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Burgas to Sofia bus times
The table below shows live departures for Burgas to Sofia buses for today, Thursday, November 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:30 PM Burgas | 6h35 | 8:05 PM Sofia | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:30 PM Burgas | 5h20 | 7:50 PM Sofia | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:20 PM Burgas | 5h10 | 8:30 PM Sofia | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Burgas to Sofia
Buses from Burgas to Sofia run on average 10 times per day, taking around 5h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €17 but you can travel from only €11 by train.
There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 340 km distance in 5h 20m.
Distance 340 km |
Average bus duration 5h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 5h 20m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: Ourbus, Karat-S, City Lines, FlixBus, Citylines, Union Ivkoni from Burgas to SofiaYou can travel by bus between Burgas to Sofia with Ourbus, Karat-S, City Lines, FlixBus, Citylines, 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 Burgas to Sofia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Burgas 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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Burgas, Avtogara Yug (Бургас, Автогара Юг), which is located around 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара), located 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Burgas to Sofia
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Avtogara (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Local Delights (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 12, 15, 16 Train: Burgas 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
- 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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