4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Ruse to Sofia
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€16
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€20
Fastest journey on Sep 18
4 h 43 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
5 h 1 m
Buses on Sep 18
10
Distance
250 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Ruse to Sofia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ruse to Sofia will cost around €20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 10 buses from Ruse to Sofia, including 9 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct buses cover the 250 km distance in an average of 5 h 1 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 43 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest buses will take 5 h 10 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.
1:30 AM5h20Ruse, Avtogara (Русе, Автогара)6:50 AMSofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика)€161One-way0 transfers- 3:30 AM5h10Ruse, Avtogara (Русе, Автогара)8:40 AMSofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)€161One-way0 transfers
- 7:00 AM5h15Ruse, Avtogara (Русе, Автогара)12:15 PMSofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)€161One-way0 transfers
- 1:00 PM5h05Ruse, Avtogara (Русе, Автогара)6:05 PMSofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)€161One-way0 transfers
- 4:30 PM5h05Ruse, Avtogara (Русе, Автогара)9:35 PMSofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)€161One-way0 transfers
- 10:00 AM4h43Ruse, Avtogara (Русе, Автогара)2:43 PMSofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)€161One-way0 transfers
010:25 PM5h00Ruse3:25 AMSofia€221One-way0 transfers- 1:00 PM5h05Ruse, Avtogara (Русе, Автогара)6:05 PMSofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)€161One-way0 transfers
- 4:30 PM5h05Ruse, Avtogara (Русе, Автогара)9:35 PMSofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)€161One-way0 transfers
- 3:30 AM5h10Ruse, Avtogara (Русе, Автогара)8:40 AMSofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)€161One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Ruse to Sofia
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Ruse to Sofia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €12 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 5h 48m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.3 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €12, while a flight costs an average of €161.
Distance: 250 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€17 Average price | €161 Average price | €12 Average price Cheapest | €52 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 48m Average total duration Fastest 5h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 11m Average total duration 8h 11m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 48m Average total duration 6h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | 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 Ruse to Sofia:
A train is €5 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Ruse to Sofia costing on average €17.
A train is €149 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ruse to Sofia costing on average €161.
Other travel options to Sofia take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 18m.
Flight takes on average 8h 11m.
Live departures
Ruse to Sofia bus times
The table below shows live departures for Ruse 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:00 AM Ruse, Avtogara (Русе, Автогара) | 4h43 | 2:43 PM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:00 PM Ruse, Avtogara (Русе, Автогара) | 5h05 | 6:05 PM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:00 PM Ruse, Avtogara (Русе, Автогара) | 5h20 | 7:20 PM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:30 PM Ruse, Avtogara (Русе, Автогара) | 5h05 | 9:35 PM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, September 18 | |||||
| 1:30 AM Ruse, Avtogara (Русе, Автогара) | 5h20 | 6:50 AM Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:30 AM Ruse, Avtogara (Русе, Автогара) | 5h10 | 8:40 AM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 0 transfersDirect | |
 FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:00 AM Ruse, Avtogara Iztok (Русе, Автогара Изток) | 13h35 | 5:35 PM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 1 transfer | |
| 7:00 AM Ruse, Avtogara (Русе, Автогара) | 5h15 | 12:15 PM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Ruse to Sofia
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Buses from Ruse to Sofia run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €15 but you can travel from only €11 by train.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:30, the last at 22:00. The fastest bus covers the 250 km distance in 5h 5m.
Distance 250 km |
Average bus duration 5h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 5h 5m |
First bus 3:30 AM |
Last bus 10:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 21 days |
Bus providers: Union Ivkoni International, Group Plus, Infobus, Pegasus, Grup Plus - Etap Adresss, Union Ivkoni, FlixBus from Ruse to SofiaYou can travel by bus between Ruse to Sofia with Union Ivkoni International, Group Plus, Infobus, Pegasus, Grup Plus - Etap Adresss, Union Ivkoni, FlixBus 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 Ruse to Sofia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ruse 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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Ruse to Sofia
Most Ruse to Sofia buses use the Ruse, Avtogara (Русе, Автогара) to Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) station pair, with some services arriving at Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика). Use this guide to compare Ruse and Sofia bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Ruse (Русе) from Ruse city centre
Ruse (Русе) is 2 km from Ruse city centre. Public transport options include:
Ruse (Русе) bus station facilities and services
Ruse (Русе) 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 cafe available on site
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Ruse (Русе). ATMs are available at Ruse (Русе).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ruse (Русе).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ruse (Русе): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ruse (Русе): Wheelchair accessible.
Getting to Ruse, Avtogara Iztok (Русе, Автогара Изток) from Ruse city centre
Ruse, Avtogara Iztok (Русе, Автогара Изток) is 2 km from Ruse city centre. Public transport options include:
Ruse, Avtogara Iztok (Русе, Автогара Изток) bus station facilities and services
Ruse, Avtogara Iztok (Русе, Автогара Изток) 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 café available on premises.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Ruse, Avtogara Iztok (Русе, Автогара Изток). ATMs are aTM available onsite.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ruse, Avtogara Iztok (Русе, Автогара Изток).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ruse, Avtogara Iztok (Русе, Автогара Изток): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ruse, Avtogara Iztok (Русе, Автогара Изток): Wheelchair accessible entrance.
Which Sofia station do buses from Ruse arrive at?
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.
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.
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.
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