4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Nice to Sofia
Cheapest price
€72
Average price
€133
Fastest journey
1 d 11 h 15 m
Average duration
1 d 15 h
Buses per day
3
Distance
1304 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Nice to Sofia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nice to Sofia will cost around €133 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €72.
Of the 3 buses that leave Nice for Sofia on Sat, Mar 28, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 28 the direct buses cover the 1304 km distance in an average of 1 d 15 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 11 h 15 m .
On Sat, Mar 28 the slowest buses will take 1 d 19 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 Nice to Sofia
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Nice to Sofia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €61. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €61, and a flight costs an average of €30.
Distance: 1304 km
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| Bus | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
€114 Average price Cheapest | €174 Average price |
32h 9m Average total duration 31h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 56m Average total duration Fastest 2h 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Nice to Sofia bus times
The table below shows live departures for Nice to Sofia buses for today, Friday, March 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 PM Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 43h05 | 7:35 AM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:20 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 35h15 | 7:35 AM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:50 PM Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 47h55 | 9:45 PM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 2 transfers | |
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Why should you book Nice to Sofia buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Union Ivkoni International?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Union Ivkoni International, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Nice to Sofia.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Nice to Sofia.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Nice to Sofia
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Buses from Nice to Sofia run on average 3 times per day, taking around 31h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €61 but you can travel from only €30 by flight.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:45, the last at 22:50. The fastest bus covers the 1304 km distance in 29h 0m.
Distance 1304 km |
Average bus duration 31h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price €61 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 29h 0m |
First bus 01:45 |
Last bus 22:50 |
Bus providers: Union Ivkoni International, FlixBus from Nice to SofiaYou can travel by bus between Nice to Sofia with Union Ivkoni International, FlixBus for as low as €30. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
Union Ivkoni International
FAQs: Bus from Nice to Sofia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nice 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.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Union Ivkoni International
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Service animals allowed.
- 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.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Union Ivkoni International
- 10 USD per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Nice to Sofia
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Terminal (in the station)
- Fast-Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside Terminal 1, near the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 98, 99 Train: TER
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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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