Sofia to Belene bus with Union Ivkoni International

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Sofia to Belene

Showing times and prices for Aug 05

Cheapest price

€7

Average price

€7

Fastest journey

4 h 5 m

Average duration

4 h 5 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

180 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Sofia to Belene is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Sofia to Belene will cost around €7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.

Fast buses

Of the 1 buses that leave Sofia for Belene on Wed, Aug 05, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Aug 05 the direct buses cover the 180 km distance in an average of 4 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 5 m .

On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest buses will take 4 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.

  • BG Razpisanie
    2:00 PM4h05
    Sofia
    6:05 PMBelene
    71One-way
    0 transfers

Live departures

Sofia to Belene bus times

The table below shows live departures for Sofia to Belene buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
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BG Razpisanie2:00 PM Sofia
4h05
6:05 PM Belene0 transfersDirect

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Why should you book Sofia to Belene buses with Omio?

Union Ivkoni International as well as BG Razpisanie offer buses services from Sofia to Belene.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Sofia to Belene.

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 BG Razpisanie to find the best option for your trip from Sofia to Belene.
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Sofia to Belene

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Buses from Sofia to Belene run on average 1 times per day, taking around 3h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.

There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:30, the last at 16:30. The fastest bus covers the 180 km distance in 4h 5m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
180 km
Average bus duration
3h 54m
Cheapest ticket price
€7
Buses per day
1
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
4h 5m
First bus
6:30 AM
Last bus
4:30 PM
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: Union Ivkoni International, BG Razpisanie from Sofia to BeleneYou can travel by bus between Sofia to Belene with Union Ivkoni International, BG Razpisanie for as low as €7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

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 Duration
3h 55m
Cheapest Price
€13
Union Ivkoni International frequency
1 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.

BG Razpisanie

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 5m
Cheapest Price
€7
BG Razpisanie frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Bus from Sofia to Belene

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sofia to Belene 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 Belene, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Sofia to Belene can start from as little as €7 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Sofia to Belene is €7; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Sofia to Belene is 4h 5m to travel the 180 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Sofia to Belene leaves at 6:30 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Sofia to Belene leaves at 4:30 PM.
Yes, there are 1 direct coaches a day from Sofia to Belene with Union Ivkoni International, BG Razpisanie. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Sofia to Belene, you can count on Union Ivkoni International, BG Razpisanie for the best way to get you to Belene. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Sofia and Belene and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара), which is located around 1 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Svishtov, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Belene from Sofia is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 5m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Sofia to Belene is May.
Yes, you can take a bus between Sofia and Belene.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Sofia to Belene:
  • Union Ivkoni International
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Service animals allowed.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Sofia to Belene for coach company Union Ivkoni International.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Sofia to Belene depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company Union Ivkoni International.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Sofia to Belene.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Sofia to Belene:
  • Union Ivkoni International
    • One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs and one checked bag up to 50 lbs.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Sofia to Belene:
  • Union Ivkoni International
    • 10 USD per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Sofia to Belene.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Sofia to Belene with the following coach company: Union Ivkoni International
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Sofia to Belene with the following coach company: Union Ivkoni International.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Sofia to Belene with the following coach company: Union Ivkoni International.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Sofia to Belene

Most Sofia to Belene buses use the Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) to Svishtov (Свищов) station pair. Use this guide to compare Sofia and Belene bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Sofia
Arrival bus stations in Belene

Which Sofia station do buses to Belene leave from?

Buses from Sofia to Belene leave from Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара). The station is 1 km from Sofia city centre at Centralna Avtogara, 100 Knyaginya Maria Luiza Blvd, Sofia, Bulgaria.
Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)Centralna Avtogara, 100 Knyaginya Maria Luiza Blvd, Sofia, BulgariaWifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
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.

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