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Plovdiv
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Plovdiv
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Best day trips from Sofia by bus

The most popular day trips by bus from Sofia are Plovdiv, Borovets, Blagoevgrad, Bansko, and Pernik. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Sofia on Omio.

Day trip from Sofia to Plovdiv by bus

How to get from Sofia to Plovdiv by bus?

There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:00, the last at 23:31. The fastest bus covers the 132 km distance in 1h 14m.

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Day trip from Sofia to Borovets by bus

How to get from Sofia to Borovets by bus?

There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 10:30, the last at 10:30. The fastest bus covers the 70 km distance in 1h 0m.

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Day trip from Sofia to Blagoevgrad by bus

How to get from Sofia to Blagoevgrad by bus?

There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:45, the last at 23:42. The fastest bus covers the 78 km distance in 59m.

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Day trip from Sofia to Bansko by bus

How to get from Sofia to Bansko by bus?

There are 11 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest bus covers the 96 km distance in 1h 9m.

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Day trip from Sofia to Pernik by bus

How to get from Sofia to Pernik by bus?

The earliest bus runs at 05:40, the last at 20:45.

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Popular buses to and from Sofia

Popular buses to Sofia

Thessaloniki to Sofia bus

from €8

Direct buses available

2h45 average duration

9buses per day

Served by

ArdaTur
Infobus
Union Ivkoni International
FlixBus
Euroticket
LikeBus

Sandanski to Sofia bus

from €10

Direct buses available

2h45 average duration

4buses per day

Served by

Union Ivkoni International

Bucharest to Sofia bus

from €11

Direct buses available

6h20 average duration

4buses per day

Served by

FlixBus
Pegasus
Euroticket
LikeBus
Infobus
Union Ivkoni International
Max Trans

Balchik to Sofia bus

from €25

Direct buses available

8h15 average duration

1bus per day

Served by

FlixBus
Infobus

Belgrade to Sofia bus

from €38

Direct buses available

6h30 average duration

2buses per day

Served by

FlixBus
Trans Jug

Popular buses from Sofia

Sofia to Plovdiv bus

from €9

Direct buses available

1h14 average duration

5buses per day

Served by

Infobus
Union Ivkoni International
Group Plus

Sofia to Bansko bus

from €11

Direct buses available

1h09 average duration

11buses per day

Served by

Infobus
Union Ivkoni International

Sofia to Stara Zagora bus

from €11

Direct buses available

2h43 average duration

5buses per day

Served by

Union Ivkoni International
Infobus

Sofia to Bucharest bus

from €11

Direct buses available

5h30 average duration

4buses per day

Served by

Infobus
FlixBus
Pegasus
Euroticket
LikeBus
Union Ivkoni International
TM Likebus I
Max Trans

Sofia to Varna bus

from €18

Direct buses available

5h30 average duration

13buses per day

Served by

Infobus
Union Ivkoni International
Global Biomet (Глобал Биомет)
FlixBus
Group Plus

Bus providers: FlixBus, Pegasus, Euroticket, LikeBus, Infobus, Union Ivkoni International, Max Trans to BerlinTravel to Sofia on FlixBus, Pegasus, Euroticket, LikeBus, Infobus, Union Ivkoni International, Max Trans buses with Omio. When comparing schedules and tickets, we will also show you other options with multiple connections or other travel modes if they’re available.

FlixBus

About

FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average FlixBus Duration

6h 45m

Cheapest FlixBus Price

€12

FlixBus frequency

2 a day

Luggage included

One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).

Additional luggage

Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.

Cancellation Policy

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.

Amenities on board the bus

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Seat reservation

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.

Bikes

Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.

Pets

Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

Learn more about FlixBus

Infobus

About

Infobus is an international IT company that operates as an online service for finding and purchasing bus, train, and plane tickets, rather than being a bus company itself. Established in 2002, Infobus acts as an intermediary between passengers and various transport carriers, particularly helping smaller bus companies offer online booking services. They utilize their own \BusSystem\" to manage routes and ticket sales globally. Infobus covers over 30 countries and 300 cities, offering a wide range of routes and daily departures. While amenities can vary by carrier, Infobus aims to provide affordable and convenient travel with features like online booking, 24/7 support, and prompt notifications."

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Infobus Duration

6h 45m

Cheapest Infobus Price

€15

Infobus frequency

1 a day

Luggage included

One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).

Additional luggage

10€ per additional bag.

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.

Amenities on board the bus

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Seat reservation

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Assistance; Priority seating; Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.

Bikes

Bikes are allowed; may require prior reservation and an additional fee.

Pets

Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets may require a separate ticket.

Learn more about Infobus

Union Ivkoni International

About

Union Ivkoni International is a prominent bus company based in Sofia, Bulgaria, established in 1992. It is recognized as the largest bus carrier in Bulgaria and a leader in bus transport across Europe. The company offers extensive services, including regular bus lines, bus rentals, and bus tours, with over 715 daily departures to more than 100 towns in Bulgaria and over 150 towns in Central and Western Europe, Greece, and Turkey. Union Ivkoni also operates its own tourist brand, Uni Holidays, providing various excursions, vacations, and plane tickets.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Union Ivkoni International Duration

6h 20m

Cheapest Union Ivkoni International Price

€11

Union Ivkoni International frequency

3 a day

Luggage included

One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs and one checked bag up to 50 lbs.

Additional luggage

10 USD per additional bag.

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a full refund in the form of a travel credit.

Amenities on board the bus

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Seat reservation

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Assistance; Priority seating; Service animals allowed.

Bikes

Bikes are allowed.

Learn more about Union Ivkoni International

Euroticket

About

Euroticket is primarily an online booking platform specializing in bus tickets, particularly for routes between Poland and Ukraine, and within Poland itself. Established in 1993, the company initially focused on software development for the tourism sector and launched its online ticket sales system in 1998. Euroticket collaborates with numerous coach companies and travel agencies, offering a wide range of long-distance connections. Beyond bus tickets, the platform also provides travel insurance options. It aims to offer a convenient and fully online process for purchasing, changing, or returning tickets, with features like e-tickets viewable on mobile devices.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Euroticket Duration

6h 25m

Cheapest Euroticket Price

€23

Euroticket frequency

4 a day

Luggage included

Each passenger can carry one hand luggage up to 5 kg in the passenger area and two pieces of luggage in the trunk of the bus free of charge.

Additional luggage

Additional luggage can be carried for a fixed fee paid at ticket registration on the bus.

Cancellation Policy

The full cost of the ticket is refunded only if the flight was canceled by the carrier itself; otherwise, the refund amount depends on the time of the cancellation request, with 85% refunded 48 hours before the trip and 15-50% refunded 1 to 12 hours before departure.

Refund

The full cost of the ticket is refunded only if the flight was canceled by the carrier itself.

Amenities on board the bus

Seat reservation

Seat reservations are possible, and for pets, a separate ticket and seat in the cabin next to you are usually required.

Accessibility

Pets

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.

Pegasus

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Pegasus Duration

6h 30m

Cheapest Pegasus Price

€23

Pegasus frequency

2 a day

LikeBus

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average LikeBus Duration

7h 25m

Cheapest LikeBus Price

€31

LikeBus frequency

2 a day

Max Trans

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Max Trans Duration

7h 50m

Cheapest Max Trans Price

€39

Max Trans frequency

1 a day

bus station information and services

Bus stops in Sofia

Check where to Sofia buses depart and arrive, plus the main bus station and stop details for this route.

Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)Centralna Avtogara, 100 Knyaginya Maria Luiza Blvd, Sofia, Bulgaria Wifi

City-centre transport

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:

Bus78 · 13m · every ~5 min

Subway2 · 3m · €1 · every ~20 min

M2 · 4m · every ~16 min

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.

More about Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)

София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)

City-centre transport

Getting to София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) from Sofia city centre

Bus78 · 13m · every ~5 min

Subway2 · 3m · €1 · every ~20 min

M2 · 4m · every ~16 min

Sofia (София)Central Bus Station - Sofia, Tsentralna, bul. "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Sofia (София) from Sofia city centre

Bus36h 31m · €397

38h 30m

39h 1m · €303

57h 18m · €248